When a stump has to go.
How stump grinding goes.
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Look and mark
We check the size and the access, and mark anything buried nearby: utility lines, irrigation, invisible dog fence. PA 811 is called before we grind below grade.
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Grind it down
The grinder chews the stump and the main surface roots below the ground line, deep enough for grass to grow over it.
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Chips handled
The grindings are raked back into the hole, spread as mulch, or hauled away, your choice.
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Ready for seed
Topsoil and seed on the spot if you want the lawn back, or leave it ready for your own planting.
A grinder throws chips.
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PA 811 before we grind Pennsylvania law requires a One Call notice before digging or disturbing the ground with powered equipment. We place it before any grinding below grade so buried lines are marked.
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Clear zone Grinders throw chips and stones. We keep people, pets and cars back from the work area while the machine runs.
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Crews in full PPE Eye, ear and face protection around the grinder, following the ANSI Z133 safety standard for tree work.
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Fully insured Certificate of insurance on request.
Stump jobs.
What goes into your price.
Every job is priced after we see it, and the estimate is free. These are the things that move the number. You get one written price before any work starts.
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How many and how wide
Stump count and diameter at the ground are the main drivers.
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Surface roots
Large root flares and roots running across the lawn add grinding time.
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Access
Gates, slopes, fences and how close the grinder can get.
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Chips
Raked back into the hole, spread as mulch, or hauled away.
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Topsoil and seed
Leaving the spot ready for lawn, or for your own planting.
What customers say.
Reviews from Billow's customers, as posted on Google.
Read all reviews on Google (opens in a new tab)“An excellent job clearing multiple trees.”
Evan and his crew did an excellent job clearing multiple trees and regrading my property for future expansion. Will definitely be using them again in the...
“Less than an hour.”
I highly recommend Evan and his crew for your tree cutting needs. Strong winds had damaged a maple at the back corner of my home, and...
“Did exactly what they said they would.”
Very professional. Timely response to my request for an estimate, and fast response on getting the job done. Reviewed the job with me before starting and...
How deep do you grind?
Below the ground line, deep enough for grass to grow over the spot. If you plan to plant a tree or set a post there, tell us and we go deeper.
What happens to the grindings?
They can go back in the hole, be spread as mulch, or be hauled away. Tell us what you want when you ask for the estimate.
Can you grind stumps another company left?
Yes. Old stumps, new stumps and stumps from someone else's removal are all the same job for us.
Will the roots keep growing?
Most trees stop once the stump is ground. Some, like tree-of-heaven, black locust and some maples, can sprout from roots for a season or two; those shoots can be cut or treated.
Do I need to be home?
Usually not, as long as we can reach the stumps and gates are unlocked. We confirm access before the day.
Is stump grinding included with tree removal?
It is listed as its own line on your written price so you can choose.
Taking the tree down first?
Tell us about the stumps.
Send the form or call the shop. Tell us how many stumps, roughly how wide, and what is near them. Photos help. We call back with a price.
Tree on a house, a car or a line? Skip the form and call.
Storm line 717-743-5871