Eliminate Stumps Completely for a Safer, More Usable Property
That old tree stump isn’t just an eyesore—it’s wasting valuable space, attracting pests, and creating safety hazards on your property. Whether you’re planning a landscape renovation, preparing for new construction, or simply want to reclaim your yard, complete stump removal is the thorough solution that eliminates the problem at its root.
At We Do It All Trees & Landscape, we specialize in professional stump removal that goes beyond surface-level fixes. Since 2013, we’ve helped property owners completely eliminate unwanted stumps, creating clean, usable space ready for whatever comes next. Serving Lakeland, Valrico, Lithia, and surrounding areas in Polk and Hillsborough Counties, we bring expertise and professional equipment to every project.
What is Complete Stump Removal?
Complete stump removal is the process of fully extracting a tree stump and its root system from your property. Unlike stump grinding, which grinds the visible stump below ground level, complete removal involves excavating the entire stump structure, including major roots, leaving your property ready for immediate use.
This comprehensive approach is ideal when you need the stump completely gone—not just ground down. Whether you’re preparing the area for construction, installing a pool or patio, or planning to plant in the exact same location, complete stump removal ensures nothing remains below the surface to interfere with your plans.
Stump Removal vs. Stump Grinding: Understanding Your Options
While both services eliminate visible stumps, they serve different purposes:
Stump Removal involves complete extraction of the stump and root ball, leaving a hole that’s filled with soil. This method is best when you need the area completely clear for construction, new planting in the same spot, or when dealing with stumps that continue sprouting after grinding.
Stump Grinding grinds the stump below ground level (typically 6-12 inches), leaving the roots to decompose naturally. This is often the most cost-effective solution for stumps in lawn areas or when complete extraction isn’t necessary.
Our team can help you determine which method best suits your specific situation and budget during your free consultation.
Problems That Stumps Create on Your Property
Safety Hazards for Your Family and Visitors
Tree stumps create serious trip hazards, especially for children playing in the yard, elderly family members, or guests unfamiliar with your property. Hidden by grass or leaves, stumps can cause injuries and create liability concerns. The uneven ground around decaying stumps also makes mowing dangerous and can damage lawn equipment.
Wasting Valuable Yard Space
Every stump takes up space you could be using for outdoor living, landscaping, or recreation. Whether you’re planning a garden, installing a play area, or simply want a smooth, open lawn, stumps limit how you can use and enjoy your property.
Attracting Unwanted Pests
Decaying stumps attract termites, carpenter ants, beetles, and other wood-boring insects. These pests multiply quickly in warm, humid climates and can eventually migrate to your home or other wooden structures. Stumps also provide shelter for rodents and can harbor fungal growth that spreads to healthy trees.
Blocking Your Plans and Projects
Planning to install a pool, build a patio, add a fence, or renovate your landscape? That old stump is in the way. Construction projects require clear, level ground, and stumps—along with their extensive root systems—create obstacles that delay or complicate your plans.
Diminishing Your Property’s Appearance and Value
Stumps make properties look neglected and unkempt, reducing curb appeal and potentially affecting property value. If you’re preparing to sell your home, stumps can be red flags for buyers who see them as problems they’ll inherit.
Persistent Regrowth and Sprouting
Some tree species continue sending up shoots from stumps and roots long after the tree is removed. These sprouts drain energy and resources, creating an ongoing maintenance headache that grinding alone may not solve.
How Complete Stump Removal Solves These Problems
Professional stump removal eliminates these issues completely and permanently. By extracting the entire stump and root ball, we remove the source of regrowth, pest attraction, and safety concerns in one thorough service.
You’ll reclaim usable space immediately, with ground that’s ready for whatever you have planned—whether that’s new landscaping, construction, or simply a smooth, beautiful lawn. The complete removal process ensures nothing remains below the surface to interfere with future projects or continue causing problems.
Our experienced team handles the entire process efficiently, from excavation to cleanup, leaving your property looking clean and ready for its next chapter.
Our Professional Stump Removal Process
Step 1: Free On-Site Assessment and Quote
We begin with a thorough evaluation of your stump, considering its size, location, root system, and proximity to structures or utilities. We’ll discuss your plans for the area and recommend the best approach—whether that’s complete removal, grinding, or a combination of methods. You’ll receive a detailed, transparent quote with no hidden fees.
Step 2: Site Preparation and Safety Planning
Before removal begins, we carefully prepare the work area, identifying and marking any underground utilities, irrigation systems, or other obstacles. We protect surrounding landscaping, structures, and hardscaping to ensure your property remains undamaged during the extraction process.
Step 3: Stump and Root Extraction
Using professional-grade excavation equipment, we carefully extract the stump and its primary root system. The depth and extent of root removal depends on your specific needs—complete extraction for construction sites, or strategic removal that balances thoroughness with minimal ground disturbance for landscaping projects.
Step 4: Debris Removal and Disposal
We remove all extracted stump material, roots, and debris from your property. Depending on your preference, we can haul everything away or chip the wood for you to use as mulch in other areas of your landscape.
Step 5: Hole Filling and Site Restoration
After extraction, we fill the resulting hole with quality topsoil, grading it to match the surrounding ground level. We’ll compact and level the area, leaving it ready for seeding, sodding, or whatever you have planned. Your property is left clean, level, and ready to use.
Stump Removal Service Options
Single Stump Removal
Perfect for property owners dealing with one problematic stump that’s in the way of plans or creating issues. We provide efficient, thorough removal with minimal disruption to your property.
Multiple Stump Removal Projects
Planning a major landscape renovation or property clearing? We handle projects of any size, from a few stumps to complete lot clearing. Multiple stump removal often provides better value and allows us to transform your entire property in one visit.
Root System Extraction
For situations where extensive root removal is necessary—such as preparing for construction, preventing future sprouting, or clearing space for new plantings—we provide thorough root extraction services tailored to your project requirements.
Emergency Stump Removal
When storm damage or fallen trees create urgent stump removal needs, we’re available 24/7 for emergency services. We respond quickly to restore safety and accessibility to your property.
The Benefits of Professional Stump Removal
Complete and Permanent Elimination
Unlike grinding, which leaves roots to decompose over time, complete removal eliminates the stump entirely. Nothing remains below ground to cause future problems, sprout new growth, or interfere with your plans.
Reclaim Valuable Yard Space
Transform unusable areas into functional outdoor living space. Whether you’re expanding your lawn, creating a garden, or building an outdoor entertainment area, stump removal gives you a clean slate to work with.
Perfect Preparation for Construction and Landscaping
Planning to install a pool, build a patio, add a fence, or redesign your landscape? Complete stump removal provides the clear, level ground that construction and landscaping projects require, preventing delays and complications.
Eliminate Safety Hazards
Remove trip hazards that threaten your family, guests, and pets. Create a safer environment for children to play, adults to gather, and everyone to enjoy your outdoor space without worry.
Prevent Pest Infestations
Stop attracting termites, carpenter ants, and other wood-boring insects before they establish colonies that threaten your home. Complete removal eliminates the decaying wood that draws these pests to your property.
Increase Property Value and Curb Appeal
Clean, well-maintained properties command higher values and make better impressions. Whether you’re selling soon or planning to stay for years, stump removal enhances your property’s appearance and appeal.
Enable New Planting in the Same Location
Want to plant a new tree exactly where the old one stood? Complete stump removal makes this possible, whereas grinding leaves decomposing wood that can interfere with new root development.
How to Know When You Need Stump Removal
You’re Planning New Construction Projects
If you’re preparing to install a swimming pool, build a patio or deck, add a shed or outbuilding, or undertake any construction project, complete stump removal is essential. Construction requires stable, clear ground, and stumps with their extensive root systems create obstacles that can compromise structural integrity and complicate installation.
You’re Renovating Your Landscape
Major landscape renovations—installing new garden beds, creating outdoor living spaces, adding irrigation systems, or completely redesigning your yard—require starting with a clean slate. Stumps and their roots interfere with new plantings, hardscaping, and underground systems.
The Stump Keeps Sprouting After Grinding
Some tree species, particularly willows, poplars, and certain oaks, persistently send up new shoots from their root systems even after grinding. If you’re dealing with ongoing regrowth that keeps returning despite grinding or chemical treatments, complete removal is the permanent solution.
You’re Concerned About Deep Root Systems
Trees with extensive, deep root systems—especially those near foundations, septic systems, water lines, or other underground infrastructure—may require complete removal to prevent future damage. If roots are causing or threatening to cause structural problems, extraction is the thorough approach.
You’re Preparing Your Property for Sale
Stumps signal deferred maintenance to potential buyers and can become negotiating points that reduce your sale price. Removing stumps before listing demonstrates that your property is well-maintained and move-in ready, often providing a strong return on investment.
Safety and Liability Are Concerns
If stumps create trip hazards in high-traffic areas, threaten children’s play spaces, or pose liability risks for your property, removal eliminates these concerns completely. This is especially important for rental properties, businesses, or homes with elderly residents or young children.
You Want to Plant a New Tree in the Same Spot
Planting a new tree where an old stump was ground creates challenges—decomposing wood ties up nitrogen, root remnants interfere with new growth, and settling ground can damage new plantings. Complete removal provides ideal conditions for successful new tree establishment.
You’re Dealing with Pest Problems
If you’ve noticed termites, carpenter ants, or other wood-boring insects around your stump, or if the stump shows signs of fungal growth, complete removal eliminates the habitat these pests depend on before they migrate to your home or healthy trees.
The Stump is Damaging Equipment or Making Maintenance Difficult
Stumps that interfere with mowing, damage lawn equipment, or make routine yard maintenance frustrating and time-consuming are prime candidates for removal. The long-term cost of equipment damage and maintenance hassles often exceeds the one-time cost of professional removal.
Why Choose We Do It All Trees & Landscape for Stump Removal
Over a Decade of Proven Expertise
Since 2013, we’ve specialized in complete stump removal for residential and commercial properties. Our experience spans stumps of all sizes, species, and site conditions, giving us the expertise to handle even the most challenging removal projects efficiently and safely.
Licensed, Insured, and Professional
We’re fully licensed and insured for your protection and peace of mind. Our team follows industry best practices and safety standards, ensuring quality results without risk to your property or liability to you.
Professional Equipment and Skilled Operators
Stump removal requires specialized equipment and experienced operators. We invest in professional-grade machinery and ongoing training to handle stumps of any size safely and efficiently, completing projects that would be impossible with consumer-grade equipment.
Complete Cleanup Included
We don’t just remove the stump and leave you with a mess. Our service includes complete debris removal, hole filling with quality topsoil, and site restoration. We leave your property clean, level, and ready for whatever comes next.
Family-Owned and Customer-Focused
As a family-owned business, we treat every property like our own. We’re not a large corporate operation—we’re committed to providing personalized service and building lasting relationships with every customer.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
We stand behind our work with a satisfaction guarantee. If you’re not completely happy with our service, we’ll make it right. Your satisfaction is our success.
Free, No-Obligation Estimates
We provide detailed, transparent quotes with no hidden fees or surprise charges. Our free on-site estimates typically arrive within 1-2 business days, giving you the information you need to make confident decisions.
Comprehensive Tree and Landscape Services
As a full-service tree and landscape company, we can handle all your outdoor needs in one visit. Need tree removal before stump extraction? Planning landscape work after removal? We’re your one-stop solution for complete property care.
Understanding Stump Removal Costs and Value
Factors That Affect Stump Removal Pricing
Several factors influence the cost of complete stump removal:
Stump Size and Age – Larger, older stumps with extensive root systems require more time, labor, and equipment to extract, affecting cost.
Location and Accessibility – Stumps in tight spaces, near structures, or in areas with limited equipment access may require specialized techniques that affect pricing.
Root System Complexity – Some tree species develop deep, extensive root systems that require more thorough extraction work.
Soil Conditions – Rocky, compacted, or clay-heavy soils can complicate extraction and increase labor time.
Number of Stumps – Multiple stump removal often provides better per-stump value than single removals.
Site Restoration Requirements – The level of cleanup, soil filling, and grading needed affects overall project cost.
The Value of Professional Stump Removal
While professional stump removal represents an investment, it provides value that far exceeds the cost:
- Immediate Results – Complete elimination in one service, versus years of waiting for natural decomposition
- Property Value Enhancement – Clean, well-maintained properties command higher values and sell faster
- Project Enablement – Removes obstacles that would otherwise delay or prevent construction and landscaping plans
- Safety Assurance – Eliminates hazards that could result in injuries and liability
- Pest Prevention – Stops infestations before they threaten your home and other structures
- Professional Expertise – Avoids the risks, equipment costs, and physical demands of DIY attempts
Get Your Free Estimate
Every property and stump situation is unique. We provide detailed, transparent estimates based on your specific circumstances, with no obligation and no pressure. Contact us today to schedule your free on-site assessment.
Related Tree and Landscape Services
Tree Removal
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Stump Grinding
For situations where complete extraction isn’t necessary, stump grinding provides a cost-effective alternative that eliminates the visible stump and allows you to reclaim your space. [Link to Stump Grinding page]
Landscaping and Yard Beautification
After stump removal, transform your newly reclaimed space with professional landscaping services. From planting and garden design to complete yard renovations, we help you create the outdoor space you’ve been dreaming of. [Link to Yard Beautification page]
Emergency Tree Services
Storm damage, fallen trees, and urgent tree hazards require immediate professional attention. Our 24/7 emergency services provide rapid response when you need it most. [Link to Emergency Tree Service page]
Our Guarantee: Quality Work You Can Trust
Satisfaction Guaranteed
We’re committed to exceeding your expectations on every project. If you’re not completely satisfied with our stump removal service, we’ll make it right. Your satisfaction is our success, and we stand behind every job we complete.
Complete Cleanup Promise
We don’t consider the job done until your property is clean, restored, and ready to use. Our complete cleanup guarantee means we remove all debris, fill and grade the site properly, and leave your property looking better than we found it.
Licensed and Insured for Your Protection
We maintain full licensing and comprehensive insurance coverage, providing you with complete peace of mind. You’re protected from liability, and you can trust that our work meets professional standards.
Ready to Reclaim Your Property? Get Your Free Estimate Today
Don’t let that old stump continue taking up valuable space, attracting pests, or blocking your plans. Complete stump removal gives you a clean slate to work with, whether you’re planning construction, renovating your landscape, or simply want a safer, more beautiful property.
We Do It All Trees & Landscape brings professional expertise and quality service to every stump removal project. Serving Lakeland, Valrico, Lithia, and surrounding areas in Polk and Hillsborough Counties since 2013, our experienced team provides the reliability and results you deserve.
Call us today at (813) 588-0121 for your free, no-obligation estimate. We typically provide on-site assessments within 1-2 business days, giving you the detailed information you need to move forward with confidence.
Let’s transform your property together.
