Stump Grinding & Removal

Why You Should Remove That Stump

Leaving a stump in your yard creates more problems than you might think. Stumps become home to termites, carpenter ants, beetles, and other wood-boring insects. Once these pests establish a colony in your stump, they can spread to healthy trees, wooden fences, or even your home.

Stumps also send up new shoots and suckers that drain nutrients from surrounding plants. These sprouts are hard to control and keep coming back no matter how many times you cut them down. The roots continue spreading underground, potentially damaging sidewalks, driveways, and underground utilities.

From a practical standpoint, stumps make mowing difficult and create tripping hazards, especially for children playing in the yard. Removing the stump opens up space for new landscaping, a garden bed, or simply a cleaner, more usable lawn.

How Stump Grinding Works

We use professional-grade stump grinders that can handle stumps of any size. Our equipment grinds the stump down below ground level, typically 6-12 inches deep. This depth is sufficient for replanting grass or installing new landscaping.

What to Expect

• Complete grinding of the visible stump and major surface roots
• Grinding depth of 6-12 inches below ground level
• Wood chips from grinding can be used as mulch or removed
• Minimal disruption to surrounding landscape
• Quick completion - most stumps removed in under an hour
• Thorough cleanup of all debris

The grinding process creates wood chips that can be left on site as natural mulch or hauled away, depending on your preference. We can also fill the hole with topsoil and seed if you want to restore the area to lawn immediately.

After your tree removal service, we always recommend stump grinding to complete the job and prevent future issues.

Stump Removal vs Stump Grinding

Many people ask about the difference between stump removal and stump grinding. Stump removal involves digging out the entire stump and root system, which leaves a large hole and disturbs a significant area of your yard. This method is labor-intensive, time-consuming, and often unnecessary for most residential properties.

Stump grinding, on the other hand, is faster, less invasive, and more cost-effective. We grind the stump below the surface without excavating the entire root system. The remaining roots will naturally decompose over time without causing problems. For the vast majority of situations, grinding is the better choice.

However, if you plan to build a structure or need complete root removal for construction purposes, full stump removal might be necessary. We can assess your situation and recommend the best approach for your specific needs.

Professional Stump Grinding in Wildwood

Our team has removed hundreds of stumps across Wildwood and surrounding communities. We have the experience and equipment to handle stumps of all sizes, from small ornamental trees to massive oak and maple stumps.

We take care to protect your lawn and landscaping during the grinding process. Our operators are skilled at maneuvering equipment in tight spaces and around existing plants. We are fully insured and follow all safety protocols to ensure a smooth, worry-free experience from start to finish. Need help with other tree services? Check out our complete tree care services.