Signs a stump needs to go
A stump usually shows itself as a hard, uneven spot in the lawn that catches feet and mower wheels. Shoots coming up from the base mean the roots are still alive. Ground that sinks around the stump after a season or two means the roots underneath are rotting.
We see a lot of these after storms, when wind takes a tree down and leaves the base and a mat of torn roots behind.
What rotting roots do to the ground
Once the trunk is gone, the roots start to break down. They leave soft spots that can give way underfoot. Heavy rain makes it worse, because soaked ground over decayed roots is the first place a foot or a wheel breaks through.
Before we start cutting, we walk the area and test for soft ground around the stump, so we know where it's safe to set up and work.
How we stay safe on the job
Anything worn or damaged comes out of service before the work starts. If a stump job begins with removing a leftover trunk section or a limb, we climb on a secure tie-in with approved fall protection. In the lift, we tie off at the designated anchor point. Hard hats stay on for the whole job.
What stump removal costs
Stump removal runs $90 to $1200 per stump. That is a wide range because stumps differ so much. A small one sits near the bottom, and a large, stubborn one sits near the top.
We give you a firm number after we've seen the stump and the ground around it.
From First Call to Finished Job
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Call or Text
Tell us what you need done and when, you'll get a straight answer, not a sales pitch.
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Free On-Site Quote
We size up the work in person, access, scope, and timing, so the quote is real, not a guess.
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Written Quote
You get the scope and the price in writing before any work starts. No surprises.
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The Job, Done Right
Our crew does the work, checks it, and leaves the site clean. You see everything we did.
Some of what that looks like in the field:
- Use chipper guards and emergency stops, stay clear of the in-feed chute, and never push material into the machine with hands or feet.
- Walk the site before work and identify power lines, damaged limbs, tree lean, nearby structures or traffic, and unstable ground.
What to Expect to Pay
Typical ranges, not a fixed price - the exact number is confirmed in writing before work starts.
$200–$5000
Common Questions
Verify insurance, ask for references, and confirm the crew will walk the site to identify power lines, lean, and hazards before cutting. Written bids should detail what is included, such as stump grinding ($90–$1,200) and debris hauling.
Tipping is optional. If the crew completes a difficult job safely and cleans up thoroughly, $20–$50 per worker is common. Many homeowners instead offer cold drinks or a positive review when the work matches the quoted $200–$5,000 price.
Obtain two or three written bids within the $200–$5,000 removal range. Ask whether stump grinding or hauling can be omitted to lower the price, or whether scheduling during slower months yields a discount. Never accept an offer that removes required safety steps.
Areas We Serve
Crews serve Rockledge, FL. Get My Estimate to confirm coverage for your address.
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Where We Stand Before You Call
- Free Estimates
- You get straight answers before you spend a dollar.
- Straight answers, no sales pitch
- Questions get answers, not a close.
- The price you're told is the price
- No surprises added after the fact.
- Considered, not rushed
- We take the time to get it right, not to move you along.