
Tree Stump Grinding
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A stump left after tree removal can interrupt mowing, take up planting space, and hold up other yard improvements. Stump grinding reduces the wood into chips so the visible stump can be lowered below the surrounding surface.
Stump Grinding St. John serves Fruit Cove, Nocatee, World Golf Village, Palm Valley, St. Augustine, and Vilano Beach. Request an estimate for one stump or several at the same property.

The stump, surrounding features, equipment access, and your plans for the area all matter. Grinding generally leaves deeper roots underground, so it is helpful to distinguish stump reduction from complete excavation.
Address one unwanted stump that interferes with mowing, planting, or the use of your yard. Share its location and any nearby obstacles when requesting an estimate.
Have several stumps at the same location? Discounts are available. Request an estimate for the complete job.
Stumps taller than 8 inches above ground have an additional $10 charge per stump for shortening before grinding.
Explain whether you want grass, a planting bed, or another improvement. The intended use helps determine the grinding scope and any preparation needed afterward.
| Example stump diameter | 8 inches tall or less | Taller than 8 inches |
|---|---|---|
| 10 inches | $50 average | $60 average, including shortening |
| 20 inches | $100 average | $110 average, including shortening |
| 30 inches | $150 average | $160 average, including shortening |
Stump grinding averages $5 per inch of stump diameter. Stumps taller than 8 inches have an additional $10 shortening charge per stump. These examples provide general cost guidance, and customers do not need to measure their stumps. Discounts are available for multiple stumps at the same location. Contact us for an estimate for your job.

James Dickinson brings experience managing wooded property and grinding stumps in North Florida.
Published average pricing helps you understand the likely cost before requesting an estimate.
Customers can start with a description and photos.
Discounts are available when multiple stumps are at the same location.
Ready to stop mowing around that stump? Request an estimate.
Free — no obligations

Send your location, a description of the stump or stumps, and photos if available. You do not need to measure.
Explain what you want to do with the space after grinding.
Mention gates, fences, slopes, nearby structures, and known buried features.
Confirm the grinding work, shortening if needed, and how grindings and any additional cleanup will be handled.
Allow for any soil replacement, leveling, or landscaping needed after the agreed work.