Grinding or full removal
Stump grinding cuts the stump down below ground level, leaving wood chips that can fill the hole. Full removal digs out the main roots too, which takes more work but clears the ground for building.
Before the job
- Call 811 before any digging so buried utility lines can be marked. The stump company may arrange this.
- Clear rocks and garden edging from around the stump if you can.
Common questions
How deep does stump grinding go?
It varies by company and machine. Ask how far below ground level they grind.
Will the stump grow back?
Some species can send up shoots from the roots after grinding. The tree service can tell you whether yours is likely to.
Your call or request goes to an independent local tree service business, which quotes for and carries out the work. How this service works