When a tree comes down, the stump stays behind unless you ask for it to be ground. Stumps get in the way of mowing, attract termites and carpenter ants, sprout suckers, and trip people. Grinding takes care of that in an hour or two for most residential stumps.
Call (903) 522-4690 to connect with a local stump grinding service in Tyler.
How stump grinding works
A stump grinder uses a spinning wheel with carbide teeth to chew the stump into wood chips, working back and forth until it’s below ground level. The result is a hole full of mulch and soil:
- Surface roots near the stump are ground too, if you ask.
- The grindings can be left to fill the hole and used as mulch, or hauled away for a fee.
- Narrow-access grinders can fit through many standard backyard gates.
Grinding vs. full stump removal
| Grinding | Full removal (digging out) | |
|---|---|---|
| What happens | Stump ground below grade | Stump and main roots pulled out |
| Yard damage | Minimal | Large hole, heavy equipment |
| Cost | Lower | Higher |
| Best for | Lawns, landscaping | Building foundations, driveways |
For most Tyler homeowners, grinding is the right choice.
What stump grinding costs in Tyler
Stump grinding is usually priced by stump diameter (measured across the top), plus access and how many stumps there are:
| Stump size | Typical range* |
|---|---|
| Small (under 12”) | $75 – $150 |
| Medium (12–24”) | $125 – $300 |
| Large (24”+) | $250 – $500+ |
| Each additional stump | Often discounted |
*General planning ranges, not quotes. Big pine and oak stumps with large surface roots cost more.
Before the grinder shows up
- Mark sprinkler lines, shallow irrigation and any buried cables near the stump.
- Call 811 before any digging. Grinding crews often handle the locate request, but ask.
- Clear rocks, toys and lawn furniture from around the stump.
After grinding
Rake out the chips, fill the hole with topsoil and seed or sod it. The grindings settle as they decay, so you may need to top it off once more in a few months.
Call (903) 522-4690 to get your stumps ground. Many crews will do it the same day as a tree removal.