Stump Grinding
Grinding the stump and surface roots below grade after a removal, so the ground is clear and ready to cover over and put back to use.
The simplest way to deal with a stump is to cut it off as low to the ground as possible, but sometimes that still isn't low enough. Grinding takes the stump down below grade, usually four to six inches, so it's out of sight and no longer a tripping hazard. Once it's below the surface you can cover the spot with soil, grass, turf, or even asphalt and put the area back to use.
Common questions
How deep do you grind?
Usually four to six inches below grade, enough to get the stump out of sight and cover the spot with soil, grass, or turf. If a spot needs it lower, tell us and we'll grind deeper to match.
Is stump grinding necessary?
No. Usually a stump is not ground. It's an added expense that is only necessary under certain circumstances.
Do you remove the whole root system?
No. Grinding handles the stump and surface roots. The deeper roots stay in the ground and break down over time, which is normal and fine for most uses.
What happens to the grindings?
They're yours if you want them; they make good mulch or backfill. Otherwise we can haul them off. Either way we rake the spot before we leave.
Can you grind a stump in a tight spot?
Sometimes. Access matters, so show us where the stump is and what's around it, and we'll let you know during the estimate.
Got a stump to get rid of?
Free on-site estimates in Flagstaff, Sedona, Camp Verde, and everywhere in-between.