Stump grinding is a method used to remove the visible portion of a tree stump after a tree has been cut down. Instead of digging out the entire stump and root system, stump grinding uses a powerful machine called a stump grinder to shred the stump into small wood chips below ground level.

How It Works

• A rotating cutting wheel with sharp teeth grinds the stump down.
• The grinder is maneuvered over the stump to chip away the wood.
• The process continues until the stump is ground several inches below the surface. Benefits

• Quick & efficient: Much faster than manual removal.
• Minimal mess: Leaves behind mulch-like wood chips.
• Prevents regrowth: Stops suckers and new shoots from forming.
• Improves aesthetics: Clears space for landscaping or planting.

Things to Consider

• It doesn’t remove the entire root system, but the remaining roots will naturally decay over time.
• Safety gear is essential if you’re doing it yourself—these machines are no joke.

If you’re dealing with a leftover stump in your garden or planning a landscaping project, stump grinding is often the cleanest and most cost-effective solution. Want help figuring out if it’s right for your space? Contact us for a quote.