Tulsa Stump Grinding Services: What’s Included and What to Expect
Stump grinding gets rid of a stump after tree removal, but many Tulsa homeowners don’t understand the service. Arbor Masters explains what to expect with stump grinding.
Stump grinding is a valuable service that removes ugly stumps from your property after tree removal. To help you understand what the service entails, we’ve created a handy guide that shows what it looks like when we perform stump grinding in Tulsa.
Key Takeaways
- Arbor Masters evaluates stump size, surrounding conditions, and your goals during the consultation to prepare for a smooth grinding process.
- Homeowners in Tulsa must contact OKIE811 to mark underground utilities so Arbor Masters can carry out the job without service interruptions or risks.
- Using advanced machinery and safety precautions, stumps are ground at least 6 inches below the surface, leaving your yard clean and stump-free.
- Arbor Masters rakes up wood chips, backfills the hole with soil, and prepares the area for reseeding, making it look like the stump was never there.
- You can plant near the area right away, but it’s best to wait a few years before planting in the exact spot to allow soil recovery and proper tree growth.
The Process of Stump Grinding in Tulsa, OK
We’ve talked to many homeowners who are surprised when we tell them that a stump will remain after removing a tree. To get rid of the eyesore that stumps represent, we offer stump grinding services.
Here’s what to expect and what’s included when you have a stump you want out of your landscape.
Initial Consultation and Inspection
If we do not remove the tree, we’ll have to come and inspect the stump ourselves before we can do any work. We often field questions from homeowners on why we need to see the stump first. A few of the reasons include:
- To see the size of the stump: It’s hard to properly judge the size of something from a photo without seeing it ourselves. We’ll need to know how large the stump is to get an idea of how long the service will take and understand our costs.
- To understand the surroundings: We can’t grind stumps that have anything within one foot of them. We’ll need to ensure we have enough space to bring in our stump grinder and effectively handle grinding the stump.
- To understand your needs: Not all stump grinding looks the same. We use the initial consultation as a chance to discuss the process and understand your goals for your yard.
Preparation
Stump grinding takes a little bit of preparation. On our end, we have to schedule and determine what team members will handle the job. But we also need to ensure we don’t hit any underground utilities. Here in Tulsa, homeowners should call OKIE811 at least three days before any digging. The facility operators will mark any underground lines to avoid. We always use caution around these lines to avoid service interruptions to you or your neighbors.
Grinding the Stump
On your scheduled day, we’ll bring our professional-grade stump grinder to your yard and get to work. This powerful machine features a rotating cutting disc designed to efficiently break down even the toughest stumps.
Before we begin, safety is our top priority. We’ll take all necessary precautions, including setting up a protective screen to keep wood chips from scattering and equipping our team with proper safety gear.
Using precise control, our operator will guide the cutting disc back and forth across the stump, gradually grinding it into fine wood chips. As we work, the grinder is steadily lowered to remove the stump’s deeper portions. Our goal is to grind the stump to at least 6 inches below the surface. This depth not only prevents regrowth but also leaves your yard looking smooth and seamless, as though the stump was never there.
After stump grinding, you will only be left with a patch of level dirt where the stump used to be.
Cleaning Up After Stump Grinding
If you’ve ever seen stump grinding before, you know it can be a messy project. The grinder will send a combination of wood chips and dirt flying everywhere. We’ll begin the cleanup process once we’ve finished grinding the stump.
We include cleanup with all stump grindings because we never want to leave homeowners with a mess. We rake up all the grindings and leave them in a nice mound for you. You can then use these grindings as mulch for your garden or trees.
We’ll backfill the hole with soil and leave it level. Once you seed the area and give it some time, it will look like the stump was never there.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tulsa Stump Grinding
Is stump grinding included with tree removal?
We do not include stump grinding with tree removal. However, we offer stump grinding as an add-on service with tree removal or as a stand-alone service.
How long does stump grinding take?
Generally speaking, stump grinding takes a few hours from our arrival until we finish our cleanup. Our stump grinder makes quick work of tree stumps, but the process will still take time. Larger stumps will also increase the time it takes to complete stump grinding.
Can I plant a tree after stump grinding?
Yes, you can plant a tree near the area where a stump was ground. However, we recommend waiting a few years before planting another tree in the exact spot. The reason? The soil in that area may lack sufficient nutrients to support healthy tree growth, as the decomposition of the old stump can temporarily deplete the soil. Additionally, the presence of wood chips and remaining roots can make it difficult to dig a large enough hole for proper planting.
By giving the area some time to recover and enrich the soil, you’ll create a better environment for your new tree to thrive. Alternatively, consider planting your new tree a few feet away from the original spot to avoid these challenges.
Can I grind my stump myself?
While you may be able to rent out a stump grinder, we don’t recommend grinding a stump yourself. Stump grinding can be difficult work without proper training, and you are putting yourself at risk by trying to DIY it.
Arbor Masters of Tulsa Can Help Grind Your Tulsa Stumps
Stump grinding is an excellent service but one that most homeowners know nothing about. We hope you now have a better idea of what stump grinding looks like and how we complete the process.
Need an ugly stump taken care of in Tulsa? We can help! Our team has a top-of-the-line stump grinder and the training to make your stumps disappear. Call us today at 918-258-3444 or request a quote online.
