Efficient Stump Grinding

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Minimally-Invasive Stump Grinding

When a tree is removed, what's left is an ugly stump that can be both unsightly and hazardous. Our minimally-invasive stump grinding techniques effectively remove the stump while minimizing damage to your surrounding landscape.

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Great Service

“These guys are great. They were very prompt and got my trees trimmed back. They also cut a stump down to the ground so I can pass a defensible space inspection. Great service.”

Brenton Pomeroy
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Outstanding to Work With

“The good people at Arbor Solutions Tree Care were outstanding to work with...They were efficient, safe, tidy, and their pricing was reasonable. They are also highly involved in the local community and donate their time to neighborhood cleanup events and banner installation in our downtown area. I highly recommend them.”

Camille Andras
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The Importance of Stump Grinding After Tree Removal

Stump grinding has many benefits, from improving aesthetics to creating tangible benefits for you and your property. 

  • Boost Curb Appeal

    An ugly stump can create quite an eyesore on your landscape. Grinding a stump down to below the soil level will boost curb appeal and increase your property’s value. 

  • Prevent Regrowth

    Stumps may shoot out sprouts and suckers that you’ll need to remove. Grinding will eliminate the stump, preventing unwanted growth.

  • Limit Tripping Risks

    A stump and its exposed roots can pose a tripping hazard to you and anyone visiting your property. 

  • Maximize Outdoor Space

    With the stump below the ground and decomposing, you’ll have space to add new decorations or landscaping to your yard. 

  • Create Defensible Space

    Creating defensible space is important in the greater Truckee-Tahoe region, and removing a stump will eliminate a flammable object in your yard. 

Reliable Stump Grinding Services You Can Trust

When you need a stump ground below the soil level and need it done right, trust the team at Arbor Solutions. You can rely on us to handle the job efficiently and professionally. Click the arrow to the right to schedule stump grinding online.

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3 Reasons the Greater Truckee-Tahoe Region Trusts Arbor Solutions

We’re a trusted service provider in the greater Truckee-Tahoe region, and for good reason. We bring a level of care and attention to tree work that many other tree service companies can’t. Some of the elements that separate the Arbor Solutions team from the competition include:

ISA Certified Arborists: ISA Certified Arborists are tree experts who know all the latest techniques and processes to best care for trees. Our Certified Arborists use this expertise to ensure all trees get the best quality of care every time.

State-of-the-Art Equipment: We use the advanced Bandit SG-40 stump grinder to make quick work of stumps. Our grinder will handle any stumps you may have and can fit almost anywhere, including through most backyard gates.

Attention to Detail: We always work to minimize any disturbance to the rest of your yard and go the extra mile to ensure everything looks good when we’re done with our work. 

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Our Stump Grinding Process

Stump grinding might seem unfamiliar, so we want to provide a clear understanding of our process. Here's what you can expect when you choose Arbor Solutions for your stump grinding needs:

  • Consultation

    We’ll examine your stumps, taking into consideration their condition, size, and location to create an estimate. 

  • Preparation

    We’ll prepare our stump grinder for the process and take all precautionary measures to limit any potential damage to the rest of your landscape. 

  • Expert Grinding

    We’ll expertly grind down your stump to at least six inches below the soil level so it will be out of sight. 

  • Clean Up

    Depending on your preference, we’ll either backfill the hole with grindings or leave it open if you want to do lawn repair. 

  • Inspection

    We’ll pile any grindings you want in a neat mound. Then, we’ll do a final inspection to ensure everything is up to our standards, and to make sure you’re happy with the results.

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Benefits of Stump Grindings for Your Landscape

Stump grindings make excellent mulch for your trees or garden. Stump grindings act as a natural mulch and will decompose over time. This process will help your soil build better structure, making your plants healthier in the process.

When using mulch around your trees, keep it at least 2-4 inches away from the tree's base to prevent moisture buildup. Also, avoid placing mulch within 5 feet of your home to reduce the risk of fire spreading during a wildfire. Keeping mulch away from your home is essential for defensible space mitigation, especially in the greater Truckee-Tahoe region.

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Our Service Area

At Arbor Solutions, we are proud to provide our high-quality tree care across the greater Truckee-Tahoe region. If you aren’t sure if we serve your community, use our service area map to learn more, or call us at (530) 580-8383 for more information.

  • Alpine Meadows

  • Cedar Flat

  • Glenshire

  • Prosser

  • Tahoe Vista

Call the Arbor Solutions Team for Stump Grinding Today

While it’s entirely possible to live with a stump in your yard, it's better to remove it and take back your yard space. Call the Arbor Solutions team at (530) 580-8383 or use the arrow to the right to schedule stump grinding today.

FAQs

Yes, we can handle jobs ranging from single stumps to properties with multiple stumps that need to be ground down. 

We offer stump grinding as an additional service. Talk with us during the initial consultation for tree removal, and we will advise you on our stump grinding offerings. 

As long as we have easy access to your stump, you do not need to be home when we perform stump grinding. 

Depending on your needs and budget, we offer several types of stump grinding. We can use the grindings to backfill the hole and then leave the rest in a nice mound for you to use as mulch, backfill the hole and remove the excess grindings, or we can leave the hole empty and take all the grindings. 

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Our Recent Articles

Did you know we have a tree care blog where we discuss problems and aspects of tree care in the greater Truckee-Tahoe region? See some of our recent articles below, or check out all of our articles on our blog page. 

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Request a Free Estimate for Stump Grinding Today

Regardless of whether we cut the tree down or not, we’d be happy to perform stump grinding and give you back more space to enjoy. Call us today at (530) 580-8383 or request a free estimate online using the arrow to the right.