Stump Grinding in Clifton Park, NY

Stump Grinding Services in Clifton Park & Saratoga County

After a tree is removed — or sometimes after a tree falls on its own — the stump is left behind. Many homeowners let it sit, figuring they'll deal with it later. But stumps cause real problems: they attract carpenter ants, termites, and other wood-boring insects; they sprout new growth that requires constant trimming; they're hazards for lawn mowers and kids; and they look bad.

518 Tree Service provides fast, affordable stump grinding for homeowners across Clifton Park, Malta, Halfmoon, Ballston Spa, and the rest of Saratoga County. We grind stumps deep — 8 to 12 inches below the surface — so you can plant grass, build a garden, or lay a patio over the spot.

Why Remove the Stump?

• Pest prevention — Rotting wood attracts carpenter ants, termites, and beetles that can spread to your home.
• Stops regrowth — Many stumps continue to send up shoots for years. Grinding eliminates the root system driving that regrowth.
• Yard safety — Stumps are hazards for lawn equipment and anyone walking in your yard, especially children.
• Curb appeal — A clean, level yard looks better and is worth more.
• Land use — Grinding opens the space for landscaping, a patio, driveway extension, or anything else you have planned.

How Stump Grinding Works

We use commercial-grade stump grinders to reduce stumps to wood chips below grade level:

• We assess the stump size, root spread, and access before starting
• The grinder works the stump 8–12 inches below the ground surface
• Resulting wood chips can be left on-site as mulch or hauled away
• The area is raked clean and ready for seed, sod, topsoil, or construction

Most residential stumps are done in under an hour. When you combine stump grinding with tree removal, we handle both on the same visit.

Stump Grinding Pricing in Clifton Park

Stump grinding is priced per stump based on diameter. Typical pricing:

• Small stumps (under 12" diameter): $75–$150
• Medium stumps (12–24"): $150–$250
• Large stumps (24"+): $250–$400
• Multi-stump jobs: discounted package pricing available

Call us for a free, no-commitment estimate on your specific stumps. We're happy to provide pricing over the phone for straightforward jobs.

Service Areas

We grind stumps throughout Clifton Park, Halfmoon, Malta, Ballston Spa, Mechanicville, Round Lake, Waterford, Burnt Hills, Glenville, and the Saratoga Lake area.