What does stump grinding cost?

Most single stumps in our service area run $150–$400 depending on diameter and access. Stumps over 30 inches across or in tight access spots can run higher. Multi-stump jobs price drop after the first — usually $75–$150 per additional stump.

How long does it take?

Most single-stump jobs are 30–90 minutes on site, same-day. Multi-stump jobs take a half-day to full-day depending on count and size.

How deep do you grind?

Standard grind is 6 inches below grade — enough for sod and shallow plantings. If you're replanting a tree there, we go 8–12 inches so the new root ball isn't competing with old wood.

What happens to the chips?

Your call. If you're not replanting, we backfill the hole with the chips and top with native soil — costs you nothing. If you're replanting or you want it gone, we haul them off (small extra charge).

Will the roots that stay in the ground cause problems?

Almost never. Tree roots decompose naturally over 3–7 years underground without surfacing problems. The exception is if you're planting a tree directly into the old root zone — that's why we grind deeper for replants.

Do you grind palm stumps?

Yes — palm stumps actually grind out easier than hardwood because the fibrous structure breaks down faster. Same pricing as hardwood for similar diameters.

What about Sunshine 811 — does that delay the work?

It's a 48-hour wait for the utility companies to mark buried lines, by law. We call as soon as you book so the wait runs concurrent with our schedule. Emergency situations (storm cleanup, hazard removal) have an expedited process.

Stump Grinding & Removal

Stump Grinding & Removal in Winter Park & Central Florida

After a tree comes down, the stump is what's left to deal with. You can wait five years for it to rot on its own — bad call, because in Central Florida humidity it becomes a termite condo first — or you can grind it down below grade and move on. Most jobs we grind 6 to 12 inches under the surface, which is enough to replant a tree, lay new sod, or pour a slab right over.

Grinding's faster than digging out the entire root ball. Digging usually means a small excavator, replacing a couple yards of fill dirt, and tearing up surrounding turf in the process. Grinding leaves a controlled hole, the chips can be left on site or hauled, and the surrounding area stays untouched. The roots stay in the ground and decay naturally over the next several years.

Most stumps we grind are leftovers from our own tree removals. We also get a lot of calls from homeowners who removed a tree a year ago and finally got tired of mowing around the stump. Same job either way.

Get a free estimate Call (407) 337-5191

What's included

Every stump grinding & removal job, the full scope.

Grinding 6–12 inches below grade (deeper for replants)
Removal of all visible root flare and surface roots within reach
Cleanup of chips — left on-site to backfill the hole, or hauled away
Backfill with native soil and topsoil if you're re-sodding or replanting
Surrounding turf protection during grinding
Marking utilities (Sunshine 811 call) before any deep grind
Multiple-stump pricing — discounted per stump after the first
Documentation photos for HOA records if required
Same-day completion on most single-stump jobs
Coordination with sod or replant scheduling if you're refilling the spot

Freshly ground stump with clean wood-chip fill in a Central Florida lawn — illustrative

Illustrative example — actual results vary.

How it works

Our process for stump grinding & removal.

1
Quote
Send us a photo with a tape measure or just the diameter. We can usually quote off a photo for single stumps. Larger or multi-stump jobs get a site visit.
2
Utility marking
We call Sunshine 811 before any grinding that requires depth (typically 48 hours ahead). This is a free service and it's how we avoid hitting buried lines.
3
Grind day
Grinder rolled in, area marked. Stump ground to target depth. Most single stumps take 30–90 minutes depending on size and root spread.
4
Cleanup
Chips either backfilled into the hole (if you're not replanting) or hauled off. If you're re-sodding or replanting, we backfill with topsoil instead.

Why Firsthand

What separates our stump grinding & removal from the rest.

We grind below the replant zone.

Standard grind depth is 6 inches. We go 8–12 inches if you're planning to replant a tree or shrub there. The deeper grind lets the new root ball establish without competing with old wood.

Sunshine 811 every time.

Buried irrigation, low-voltage lighting, sprinkler control wires — all common at stump depths. We call before we grind, every time. The 48-hour wait isn't optional.

Multi-stump bulk pricing.

If you've got three or more stumps to grind, the per-stump price drops significantly because we're already on-site with the equipment.

Coordinated with re-sod or replant.

If you're refilling the spot with sod or a new tree, we can schedule the grinding and the replanting together. Backfill goes in clean, no dead chips mixed in.

FAQ

Questions we hear a lot.

Stump Grinding & Removal where we work.

We run stump grinding & removal projects across Central Florida. Pick your area for local specifics.

Ready to talk about stump grinding & removal?

Tell us about the property. We'll come out, walk it with you, and write up an honest estimate — usually within two business days.

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Stump Grinding & Removal in Winter Park & Central Florida

Every stump grinding & removal job, the full scope.

Our process for stump grinding & removal.

Quote

Utility marking

Grind day

Cleanup

What separates our stump grinding & removal from the rest.

We grind below the replant zone.

Sunshine 811 every time.

Multi-stump bulk pricing.

Coordinated with re-sod or replant.

Questions we hear a lot.

Stump Grinding & Removal where we work.

Related services.

Tree Trimming & Removal

Sod Installation

Landscape Design & Installation

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