​Stump Removal Involves:

• Completely removing the stump and surface roots;
• Use of a backhoe to dig up the stump and large surface roots; and
• Will likely require backfill soil to fill in the hole where the tree stump was removed.

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Stump Grinding Involves:.

• Utilizing a specialized tree stump grinder.
• The grinding process creates a lot of wood chips that can either be removed and recycled or as mulch in your landscape.

Pro & Cons of Stump Removal:

• Completely eliminates all surface roots and the entire stump from your property making foundation work possible;
• Likely will require backfill to fill in the hole left by the tree stump;
• Can cause damage to nearby landscaping; and,
• More expensive than stump grinding.

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Pros & Cons of Stump Grinding:

• Most cost-effective method of eliminating a stump, generally costing between $100 – $300, depending on the stump size;
• The least intrusive method for stump elimination; and
• Creates a lot of wood chips that have to be removed or otherwise recycled;

Jim’s Tree Experts would be happy to give you a free quote for any tree stump removal in Indianapolis Indiana that you would like.  Call today 317-247-1399