Tree Removal
Some trees simply have to come down. When they do, we take them apart piece by piece, protect everything underneath, and leave the yard cleaner than we found it.
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Stump Grinding & Removal in Geneva, OH
An old stump is a trip hazard, a mower-blade killer and a welcome mat for carpenter ants. We grind it away in an afternoon and leave the spot ready for grass or a garden bed.
How we do it
Stump Grinding, done carefully
Our stump grinders range from a compact machine that fits through a 36-inch backyard gate to a larger tow-behind unit for big stumps and wide-open lots. The grinder uses a spinning wheel with carbide teeth to chew the stump and the main surface roots into a pile of mulch-like chips. Most stumps take between 15 minutes and an hour.
We normally grind 6 to 8 inches below the surrounding grade, which is enough for seeding new lawn. If you plan to plant a new tree in the same spot, set pavers or pour a pad, we can go deeper — up to about 12 inches. Before we start, we call Ohio811 to mark buried utilities and we'll ask about any irrigation lines or invisible pet fences you know about.
Afterward you can keep the grindings (they make decent mulch once they've aged) or we'll haul them away and backfill the hole with screened topsoil. Got a whole yard full of stumps from a past storm? Ask about our multi-stump pricing.
What's included
- Grinding 6–8 inches below grade (deeper on request)
- Surface root grinding within the work area
- Ohio811 utility locate before every job
- Compact grinder for gated backyards
- Chip removal and topsoil backfill available
- Discounted pricing for multiple stumps
Is it time?
Signs you may need stump grinding
Not sure? Send us a photo — we'll tell you honestly whether it's something to worry about.
Stumps left behind by a previous tree removal
Suckers and sprouts growing back from an old stump
Mushrooms, ants or termites around a stump
You want to re-seed, landscape or build in that spot
Stumps that make mowing slow or dangerous
Preparing a property for sale
Pricing
What does it cost?
Our minimum charge is $95 for a single small stump. A typical 18–24 inch stump costs $150–$300; very large stumps run $275–$550. Every additional stump on the same visit is discounted.
Every estimate is free and written. The price includes cleanup — we don't add surprise charges for raking or haul-away.
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Stump Grinding questions
How do you measure a stump?
We measure the widest point across the top of the stump at ground level, including any root flare that sticks up. That diameter, plus access and how hard the wood is, determines the price.
Will the stump grow back?
Grinding removes the root crown, so most species won't resprout. A few aggressive species like black locust, poplar and tree-of-heaven can send up root suckers; if that happens within the first season we'll come back and take care of them.
What's left after grinding?
A shallow hole filled with wood chips and soil. If you're seeding grass, we recommend removing most of the chips and adding topsoil, which we can do for you.
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Other ways we can help
Tree Trimming & Pruning
Good pruning is the cheapest insurance a tree can get. We remove what's dead, weak or in the way — and leave the rest of the tree alone so it keeps growing strong.
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Storm Damage Cleanup
Lake Erie storms come in fast. When a tree or a big limb ends up where it shouldn't be, call us — we'll make the site safe first, then clean everything up properly.
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Free on-site estimates
Have a tree that's worrying you?
Tell us what's going on. We'll come out, take a look and give you a clear written price — free and with no pressure.