Stump Removal Calgary
Reasons people consider stump grinding may include, but are certainly not limited to:
- Sodding over a previous tree location.
- Grinding the stump to sever it from the roots in order to facilitate later excavation.
- Clearing the way for shallow excavation or for construction.
- Preventing suckering of the living stump (deciduous only).
Walk Through Our Tree Stump Grinding Process
- The stump is chewed into wood mulch with a self-propelled machine to a depth of 8″-12″ below the ground level at the stump.
- The resulting chips are neatly raked into a mulch pile of earth and wood mulch where the stump was.
- The mulch pile is left for the client’s use or is leveled off to ground level and the excess removed for a removal charge.
- Mulch is handy for fill, compost, or spreading around gardens.
- Surface roots may be ground away as well if requested for a removal charge.
Things to note
We need 36″ clearance for our machine to pass through any gate, plus it cannot negotiate more than 3 normal stairs, but can negotiate shallow stairs.
For stump removal pricing, pull the tape across the stump at its widest point near the ground like so, and plug that measurement into the appropriate boxes on the Quick calculator page. If the tree is still standing, just hold the tape straight across the trunk near the ground where it would be cut off, and eyeball the thickness on the tape from side to side, same as illustrated in the tree removal pricing pictures.
This one measures 24” in diameter
This one measures 24” in diameter
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it necessary to remove tree stumps?
There are many pros and cons to removing a tree stump from your yard. But ultimately, it’s a good decision. You want to avoid pest infestation and trip-and-fall injuries because of abandoned stumps.
What types of pests does stump removal address?
There are many types of pests that are fond of decaying tree stumps. These include beetles, carpenter ants, termites, and many other insects that thrive on wood. Stump removal also prevents mold and fungi growth.
What’s the best way to remove tree stumps?
There are many ways to get rid of tree stumps in your yard. But we would suggest tree stump grinding as the easiest and most efficient procedure. The process shouldn’t take longer than a few hours.
Will the stump grinding leave a hole in my yard?
We treat your property with care. Our team makes sure not to damage or disrupt your landscape. We fill up the hole caused by stump grinding with dirt or chips. You can plant a new tree there, too.