Stump Grinding & Removal

Professional Stump Removal in Delano

After a tree is removed, you are left with a stump that takes up space, creates a tripping hazard, and makes mowing difficult. That is where stump grinding comes in. At ArborStone Delano Tree Service, we use professional stump grinding equipment to completely remove stumps from your property, leaving your yard clean, level, and ready for new landscaping.

Stump grinding is the most effective and affordable way to remove a stump. Our grinders use a rotating cutting wheel with carbide teeth to chip away the stump and major roots below ground level. The result is wood chips and a hole that can be filled with soil, allowing you to plant grass, flowers, or even a new tree in the same spot.

Whether you have one stump from a recent tree removal or multiple old stumps that have been sitting in your yard for years, we can grind them all. We handle stumps of any size from small shrubs to massive old-growth trees.

Why You Should Remove Tree Stumps

Many homeowners wonder if they really need to remove stumps or if they can just leave them. While you can leave a stump, there are several good reasons to have it ground and removed:

• Safety hazards: Stumps are tripping hazards, especially for children, elderly family members, and guests who are not familiar with your yard. They can cause serious injuries.
• Lawn maintenance problems: Stumps make it difficult or impossible to mow over an area. You have to mow around them, trim by hand, and deal with uneven grass growth.
• Pest infestations: Decaying stumps attract termites, carpenter ants, beetles, and other wood-boring insects that can eventually spread to your home or other structures.
• Disease and fungi: Rotting stumps can harbor tree diseases and fungi that spread to healthy trees and plants in your landscape.
• Unwanted growth: Many tree stumps will sprout new shoots that grow around the base. These sprouts drain energy from the roots and create an ongoing maintenance problem.
• Wasted space: Stumps take up valuable yard space that could be used for gardens, patios, play areas, or simply open lawn.
• Appearance: Stumps are unsightly and detract from your property's curb appeal and landscaping.
• Property value: When it comes time to sell your home, stumps signal deferred maintenance and can hurt your property value.

Our Stump Grinding Process

We make stump removal fast, efficient, and mess-free. Here is how we do it:

Step 1: Site Preparation

Before grinding, we clear the area around the stump of rocks, debris, and any obstacles. We mark the location of underground utilities, sprinkler lines, or buried cables to avoid damage. If the stump is very tall, we may cut it closer to ground level first to make grinding more efficient.

Step 2: Grinding

We use commercial-grade stump grinders that can handle stumps of any size. The grinder uses a high-speed rotating disk with carbide teeth to chip away the stump and surface roots. We grind the stump 6 to 12 inches below ground level, which is deep enough for grass or most landscaping. If you plan to build or plant a large tree in the same location, we can grind deeper if needed.

Step 3: Cleanup and Backfilling

After grinding, we rake the area and haul away the wood chips unless you want to keep them for mulch. We fill the hole with soil and pack it down to prevent settling. You can plant grass seed or sod immediately, or we can help you plan new landscaping for the area.

Step 4: Final Inspection

We walk through the completed work with you to make sure you are satisfied. We answer any questions about planting or landscaping the area. For customers who have completed land clearing projects, stump grinding is often the final step to preparing the property for new construction or landscaping.

Stump Grinding vs Complete Stump Removal

There are two ways to remove a stump: grinding and complete extraction. Stump grinding is by far the most common choice because it is faster, more affordable, and less disruptive to your property.

Grinding removes the visible stump and grinds the root ball several inches below ground. The roots left underground will decay naturally over time. This is sufficient for almost all residential and commercial applications including planting grass, gardens, or even new trees.

Complete stump extraction involves digging out the entire stump and root system. This is only necessary in rare cases such as when you are building a structure directly over the old stump location or if the roots might interfere with underground utilities. Extraction is much more expensive and creates significant disturbance to the surrounding area. We can handle both methods and will recommend the best approach for your situation.

Frequently Asked Questions