Taking pine tree down – should I chip it for mulch?

We’re sad to see it go, but it’s far too close to the house and we think it’s become a ladder for mice to come through the roof. I’d like to either chip the branches and pines or stack them as a dead hedge. I have a pretty huge veggie garden, so I was thinking of using there.

Anyone done similar and have thoughts about how it worked for you? Thanks!