Fast, Efficient, and Eco-Friendly Stump Removal Services
Stump grinding is an alternative to removal where the Arbor Masters team uses a grinder to shave the stump down at least six inches below the soil grade. Once we’ve ground it down, we’ll fill the hole with soil and leave it level. Stump grinding is the perfect service after tree removal to remove an eyesore stump and have extra space for future landscaping or construction projects.
Stump Grinding vs Stump Removal: What’s the Difference?
Stump grinding is the process of using a grinder to shave a stump down to below ground level. It will eventually decompose underground, though the process will take a few years. Stump grinding is efficient and does much less damage to your yard.
Stump removal focuses on using equipment to excavate the stump out of the ground and fully remove it from the property. This will allow you to replant immediately, but it will tear up your yard and require more work to get it back to a pleasing look.
At Arbor Masters, we like to focus on stump grinding, as it is much gentler on your yard and a simpler process. We occasionally remove stumps, but only when they’re from a small tree.
What to Expect During Stump Grinding
Stump grinding may not be a part of tree care that you’re too familiar with, so we’ve decided to write down our process. That way, you'll know what to expect when you hire us, and there won’t be any surprises.
Initial Assessment
We will inspect the site and get an idea of the stump’s location and any difficulties it might present. We’ll come up with the best approach and provide you with a detailed quote.
Site Preparation
Once you accept the quote, we will get started and take care to prepare the site before we begin our work. This will limit the damage to your landscape and anything nearby.
Expert Service
We’ll grind the stump to at least six inches below the soil level to remove the eyesore from your landscape.
Clean Up
We’ll backfill the hole with the grindings and clean up any other debris to ensure your yard looks just as nice as before we arrived.
Final Inspection
Once we’ve finished, we’ll allow you to inspect the area to ensure there’s nothing else we can do to leave you satisfied.
Why Choose Arbor Masters for Stump Grinding?
Plenty of companies offer stump grinding, but few can provide the same premium service that Arbor Masters does.
The Best Technology
We use a top-of-the-line stump grinder that makes short work of stumps and won’t cause much collateral damage to your yard. Best of all, our grinder can fit through any standard fence gate for easy access to your property.
A Dedicated Team
Unlike some tree care companies that have one team that handles everything, we have a specialized stump grinding team to handle all of your stump needs.
Expert Cleanup
We’re not happy unless you are, and we’ll work to clean up the property after your stump grinding. We’ll do everything in our power to make it look like the stump was never there in the first place.
Certified and Accredited Tree Care Professionals
Local Regulations and Concerns
While the City of Fort Worth and the Department of Urban Forestry have strict regulations and permitting requirements for tree removal, there are not normally permits required for stump grinding. However, there may be some concerns, such as:
HOA Bylaws: If you live in a community with an HOA, you may need to get approval for the project before proceeding.
Zoning and Property Lines: If a stump is on the property line, you’ll likely need to speak with your neighbor and get their approval for the process. We’ll inform you of any property line or zoning issues during the estimate.
Utility Lines: Always confirm the location of underground utility lines before grinding a stump. We can help you work with utility companies to discover any underground pipes that need to be avoided.
Why Hire a Tree Care Company to Handle Stump Grinding
Stump grinding and removal is difficult work that is often not possible for a person without the proper equipment and training. Some of the reasons to hire a professional include:
Access to specialized equipment
Training to make the job easier
Avoiding doing back-breaking work yourself
The job is always done right the first time
Stump Grinding FAQs
We can either leave the grindings on-site in a neat pile or haul them away, depending on your preferences. You can use these grindings as mulch for your garden or around your trees.
While we’d love to walk you through the process when we arrive, as long as we know what stump to work on, we can do the job when you aren’t home.
Stump grinding is a separate service. Talk to your Arbor Advisor about adding stump grinding to your tree removal.
Yes, we can do stump grinding for your property even if we didn’t remove the tree in the first place.
Our Service Area
Arbor Masters provides tree care throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area. For more information on whether we can cover your neighborhood, see our full service area map or call us at (469) 586-5829.
DeSoto
Irving
Mesquite
Haltom City
Sunnyvale
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