Leftover stumps are tripping hazards, mower-killers, and breeding grounds for carpenter ants and termites. Our self-propelled grinders chew stumps down well below grade, leaving you with mulch you can use and a planting-ready hole. We handle a single backyard stump or full subdivision lot clearings.
Standard grinding
We grind the visible stump and the major surface roots 6 to 12 inches below grade — deep enough for lawn restoration, sod, or a flat planting bed.
Full stump removal
For pool installs, additions, or hardscape projects, we excavate the entire root ball with a mini-excavator and haul it off-site.
Regrading & seeding
Add backfill with clean topsoil, seed, or sod so you can walk away with a finished lawn instead of a mulch pile.
Why Pine Grove
Family-owned, fully insured, and locally rooted in South Jersey. Every job gets a written estimate, an experienced foreman, and a clean site at the end of the day.
Frequently asked questions
How much does stump grinding cost?＋
Most residential stumps in South Jersey run $90–$250 each, with significant discounts when multiple stumps are ground in one visit.
What happens to the wood chips?＋
You can keep them as free mulch (most clients do), or we can haul them off for a small additional fee.
How long until I can plant grass over the stump?＋
Right away if we backfill with topsoil. Otherwise, give the chips a few weeks to settle.