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Stump Grinding

Stump grinding

Professional Stump Grinding Services

Remove unwanted tree stumps and reclaim your outdoor space.

Sharp Landscaping provides stump grinding services to help homeowners eliminate unsightly stumps, improve lawn safety, and prepare areas for future landscaping.

Our equipment grinds unwanted stumps below ground level without requiring the entire root system to be excavated.

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Why remove a tree stump?

  • Improve Safety

    Remove tripping hazards from your lawn.

  • Protect Lawn Equipment

    Prevent mower blades from striking hidden stumps.

  • Improve Appearance

    Restore your property’s curb appeal.

  • Reduce Pest Habitats

    Remove decaying wood that may attract insects.

  • Reclaim Yard Space

    Create room for grass, plants, or landscaping projects.

Our work

Before & After Photos

  • Before: a cut tree stump and a mound of roots and brush beside a wooden fence
    Before
    After: level ground covered in wood chips beside a wooden fence and two large tree trunks
    After
  • A freshly cut tree stump with sawdust around it, beside a yellow wheeled stump grinder and a wooden picket fence
    Before
    Ground covered in wood chips and fallen leaves in the corner of a wooden picket fence
    After
  • A large tree stump covered in vines beside a grassy mound and a yellow tracked stump grinder on a lawn
    Before
    A large patch of loose bare soil and wood chips on a lawn, with a stump grinder and a house in the background
    After

Tap a photo to enlarge it. These are photos of our own stump grinding jobs.

The process

The Stump Grinding Process

Stump grinding uses specialized equipment to break a tree stump into small wood chips. Rather than excavating the entire stump and surrounding root system, the grinder removes the visible stump and grinds below the surrounding ground level.

  1. Step 1: Evaluate the Stump

    Assess stump size, surrounding roots, accessibility, and nearby obstacles.

  2. Step 2: Grind the Stump

    Use professional stump grinding equipment to grind the stump below ground level.

  3. Step 3: Wood Chips Remain

    Grinding produces wood chips and debris that remain on-site unless additional removal services are requested.

  4. Step 4: Optional Cleanup

    Customers may request wood chip removal and cleanup for an additional fee.

Grinding depth may vary depending on site conditions and customer needs. We confirm the depth with you before the work.

How stump grinding worksSide view of a stump. The part above ground and a section below ground level are ground into wood chips that settle on top. The deeper roots stay in the ground. Beforestump above ground After grindingwood chipsground below the surface(depth varies with the site) roots stay in the groundmost underground roots remain ground level
Stumps are ground below ground level. Most underground roots remain in the ground.

Measuring

How to Measure Your Stump

How to measure a stumpA tree stump with raised roots flaring out at ground level. A red arrow across the narrow top of the stump is marked NOT THIS. A longer green arrow across the widest part at ground level, including the raised roots, is marked MEASURE THIS. NOT THISthe narrow top only MEASURE THISwidest point near ground level, including raised roots raised rootsground level
Measure the widest part near ground level, including raised roots, not the narrow top.
  1. Step 1

    Locate the widest point of the stump near ground level, including raised surface roots that flare outward and need grinding.

  2. Step 2

    Measure across the widest diameter in inches using a tape measure.

  3. Step 3

    Enter the diameter of each stump separately into the calculator.

  4. Step 4

    If unsure, take a photo with a tape measure across the stump. We can review it when we call you back.

Not sure how to measure? Take a photo of your stump with a tape measure across it, and we'll help verify the size.

Irregular-shaped stumps

Measuring an irregular stumpThree stump shapes seen from above: a round stump, an oval stump and a stump with several stems. Each shows a green line for the widest straight distance across the whole base. Roundacross the middle Ovalwidest part Several stemsall stems together Unsure? Send a photo with a tape measure acrossthe stump and we will help confirm the size.
For an oval or multi-stem stump, measure the widest straight distance across the whole base. We confirm every measurement before the final quote.

Instant estimate

Calculate Your Stump Grinding Estimate

Stump diameter in inches × $5 = estimated stump grinding price. No contact information is needed to see your estimate.

Your stumps

    Enter the diameter of each stump in inches. Measure across the widest point near ground level.

    Optional services
    Property conditions

    Unusual site conditions may affect the final quote.

    Cleanup

    Stump Grinding & Wood Chip Removal

    Our stump grinding service removes unwanted tree stumps by grinding them below ground level.

    Please Note: Stump grinding produces wood chips and debris, which will be left on-site after the work is completed. Removal and disposal of wood chips are not included in the standard stump grinding price.

    If you would like the wood chips removed and the area cleaned up, this service is available for an additional fee. Please let us know when requesting your estimate.

    Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How deep do you grind a stump?

    Stumps are ground below the surrounding ground level. Grinding depth depends on the stump, site conditions, and intended use of the area. Customers needing additional depth should mention this when requesting an estimate.

    Can I plant a tree where a stump was removed?

    Replanting may be possible, but the remaining roots, underground wood, and soil conditions must be considered. Planting directly in the same location may require additional preparation.

    What happens to the wood chips?

    Wood chips and grinding debris remain on-site after the work is completed. Removal and disposal are available for an additional fee upon request.

    Is wood chip removal included?

    No. Standard stump grinding pricing does not include wood chip removal or disposal.

    How much does stump grinding cost?

    Our standard stump grinding estimate is calculated at $5 per inch of stump diameter. Additional services or unusual site conditions may affect the final price.

    How do I measure my stump?

    Measure the widest diameter near ground level, including raised root flares that need grinding. Use the measurement guide above for assistance.

    Can you grind multiple stumps?

    Customers can enter multiple stumps into the estimate calculator and receive a combined estimated price.

    Will the roots be completely removed?

    Stump grinding removes the stump to the agreed grinding depth but does not normally remove the entire underground root system.

    Can I grow grass over the area afterward?

    Grass may be established after appropriate removal of excess wood chips, addition of suitable soil, and site preparation.

    Do I need to be home during stump grinding?

    Customers should confirm access requirements and scheduling arrangements with Sharp Landscaping before service.

    Request Your Free Stump Grinding Estimate

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    Your estimate
    Add your stump measurements in the calculator above and they will be included here.

    Photos (optional)

    • A photo of the stump with a tape measure across it.
    • A wider photo showing how equipment could reach it.

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