Stump Removal in Denver, CO— Root Ball and All
When grinding isn't enough — replanting in the same spot, building nearby, or a species that re-sprouts — we excavate and remove the full root system.
Stump grinding takes care of most situations — the stump is gone, the area is level, and you can sod or mulch over it. But sometimes grinding isn't the right answer. If you want to replant a tree in the same spot, the root system needs to be gone. If you're pouring concrete or building a structure nearby, you can't have roots breaking down underneath it. And some species — cottonwoods in particular — send up new shoots from roots even after the stump is ground. For those situations, full stump removal is what's needed.
Arbor Care Tree Solutions performs full stump removal in Denver — excavating the root ball completely so there's nothing left below ground to cause problems later.
When You Need Stump Removal vs. Grinding
Choose stump removal over grinding when you're replanting a tree in the same location and need clean soil, when construction or hardscaping is planned in the area, when the species is known to re-sprout from roots after grinding (cottonwood, some poplars, certain elms), or when a previous grinding left root material that's causing problems.
If you're not sure which you need, we'll look at the situation and tell you. In many cases grinding is enough, and we'll say so. We don't recommend removal when grinding will do the job.
Our Stump Removal Process
We excavate around the stump to expose the root ball, then extract the entire root mass. The hole is backfilled with clean soil and leveled so the area is ready for replanting, sod, or whatever you have planned.
For larger root systems, we use the right equipment to get the job done without tearing up more of the yard than necessary. All debris — stump, roots, and soil — is hauled away and the site is left clean.
Stump Removal Cost in Denver
Stump removal costs more than grinding because of the additional excavation and haul-away involved. Cost depends on the stump size and root system extent. We provide free on-site estimates with no trip charge so you know exactly what you're paying for before we start.
Why Choose Us
Arbor Care Tree Solutions is a family-owned company with 100+ five-star Google reviews, ISA-certified arborists, and full licensing and insurance in Colorado. Free estimates, no trip charge, we answer immediately 24/7.
Need the Whole Stump Gone?
Call us for a free estimate. We'll tell you if removal is the right call or if grinding will handle it.