Stump Grinding & Lot Cleanup in Mineral, VA

A Mineral homeowner had 14 stumps left from a tree removal job done the previous year — ranging from 8 to 28 inches in diameter. We ground all 14 stumps to 8 inches below grade in a single day, raked the grindings, and left the yard ready for topsoil and seeding.

The Challenge

The stumps had been sitting for over a year and were beginning to sprout new growth. Several were in the lawn area where the homeowner wanted to establish grass, and two were close to the foundation where root decay could eventually cause settling. The largest stump — a 28-inch white oak — was in a tight spot between the driveway and a fence.

Our Approach

We used a commercial stump grinder to work through all 14 stumps, grinding each to 8 inches below grade — deep enough to allow topsoil and sod without visible humps. The large oak required careful positioning to avoid the fence, but the grinder's swing arm gave us the reach we needed without moving the fence. We raked all grindings into the holes and hauled the excess off-site.

The Result

All 14 stumps removed in one day. The homeowner had topsoil and seed down within a week and reported full grass coverage by the following spring. No more mowing around stumps, no more sprouts, and the foundation stumps are no longer a concern.

Project Highlights

• 14 stumps ground to 8 inches below grade in one day
• 28-inch white oak removed in tight access between driveway and fence
• All grindings raked and excess hauled off-site
• Yard ready for topsoil and seeding same day
• New sprout growth from old stumps eliminated

Equipment Used

• Commercial Stump Grinder
• Case TV450B Tracked Skid Steer
• Rake and Cleanup Tools

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