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Tree stump removers in Waterbury

GRSTreeServices&Landscaping, LLC
80 Franklin St, Apt 1
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
GRSTreeServices&Landscaping, LLC
80 Franklin St, Apt 1
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

GRS Tree Service and Landscaping LLC is committed to excellence every aspect of our business.We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

GRS Tree Service and Landscaping LLC is committed to excellence every aspect of our business.We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business


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JF Services
1150 Thomaston Road
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
JF Services
1150 Thomaston Road
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

JF Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Very nice work! Plan on using their services again"

Ray W on August 2024

JF Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Very nice work! Plan on using their services again"

Ray W on August 2024


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Stump Chompers
422 Ridgeview Road
4.90(
32
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Approved Pro
Stump Chompers
422 Ridgeview Road
4.90(
32
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Stump Chompers is a family/owner run and operated company. We are on time and on budget. 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. Commercial and residential projects welcome. Call today for a free estimate. "Let Stump Chompers show you what quality service is available to help you improve the appearance of your home and make home maintenance chores like mowing so much easier!"

"Easy to work with. Completed/performed job as requested."

AL H on May 2020

Stump Chompers is a family/owner run and operated company. We are on time and on budget. 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. Commercial and residential projects welcome. Call today for a free estimate. "Let Stump Chompers show you what quality service is available to help you improve the appearance of your home and make home maintenance chores like mowing so much easier!"

"Easy to work with. Completed/performed job as requested."

AL H on May 2020


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Stately Tree Service
299 Hampton Road
4.77(
67
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Stately Tree Service
299 Hampton Road
4.77(
67
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"They were on time. Clean up was very good. Price was less than expected."

Dennis S on March 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"They were on time. Clean up was very good. Price was less than expected."

Dennis S on March 2025


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B&F Tree Removal Experts, LLC
60 Clapboard Ridge Rd
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
B&F Tree Removal Experts, LLC
60 Clapboard Ridge Rd
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

Here at BF Tree Removal Experts we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today!

"They did a very professional job. Everything was done in a matter of a few hours and they cleaned the whole area."

Mark Y on May 2024

Here at BF Tree Removal Experts we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today!

"They did a very professional job. Everything was done in a matter of a few hours and they cleaned the whole area."

Mark Y on May 2024


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JJBM Landscaping & Tree Removal LLC
230 Wakelee Ave
4.70(
114
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Approved Pro
JJBM Landscaping & Tree Removal LLC
230 Wakelee Ave
4.70(
114
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

Services that are customizable to each home owner. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Service offered: *Regular **Professional ***Elite

"Maintained great communication and finished our project before the holidays. Highly recommended!"

Justin C on January 2025

Services that are customizable to each home owner. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Service offered: *Regular **Professional ***Elite

"Maintained great communication and finished our project before the holidays. Highly recommended!"

Justin C on January 2025


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Hudson Valley Stump Grinding
264 East Main Street
4.97(
118
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Approved Pro
Hudson Valley Stump Grinding
264 East Main Street
4.97(
118
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Hudson Valley Stump Grinding is a professional Stump Grinding Service. Due to the fact that we specialize in just the removal of tree stumps, we have been able to build a company which consistently exceeds the customer's expectations in the areas of price, turn-around time and quality of workmanship. Aggressive pricing and prompt, efficient, reliable service are our strengths. Hudson Valley Stump Grinding has modern, powerful equipment which will make short work of your unwanted tree stumps. Our goal is to put you in the position to comfortably say "good buy" to those stumps, once and for all........FREE, no obligation price quotes, fully insured........We take no payment until the customer is 100% satisfied with our work. We WILL show up and we WILL appreciate your business........ Thank you for your consideration.......

"Very hard working and completed the job in a timely manner"

Gerard M on October 2024

Hudson Valley Stump Grinding is a professional Stump Grinding Service. Due to the fact that we specialize in just the removal of tree stumps, we have been able to build a company which consistently exceeds the customer's expectations in the areas of price, turn-around time and quality of workmanship. Aggressive pricing and prompt, efficient, reliable service are our strengths. Hudson Valley Stump Grinding has modern, powerful equipment which will make short work of your unwanted tree stumps. Our goal is to put you in the position to comfortably say "good buy" to those stumps, once and for all........FREE, no obligation price quotes, fully insured........We take no payment until the customer is 100% satisfied with our work. We WILL show up and we WILL appreciate your business........ Thank you for your consideration.......

"Very hard working and completed the job in a timely manner"

Gerard M on October 2024


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H & H Stump Grinding
99 West Shore Road
4.91(
175
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Approved Pro
H & H Stump Grinding
99 West Shore Road
4.91(
175
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

H & H Stump Grinding has over 15 years in our field and love what we do. Specializing in difficult locations, large tree stump grinding and weather damaged, flopped over rooted areas. We get the stump out and give you your lawn back. We have the right equipment and like to leave your yard cleaned and leveled. Please see our many excellent reviews. Thank you for considering H & H Stump grinding, the best in CT.

"Al and his son in law went above and beyond my expectations. They are exceptional in pricing, punctuality and customer service. As we reviewed the job I knew I could trust him and his work. Thank you again Al! P.S. I am in Plymouth."

Lynn S on September 2024

H & H Stump Grinding has over 15 years in our field and love what we do. Specializing in difficult locations, large tree stump grinding and weather damaged, flopped over rooted areas. We get the stump out and give you your lawn back. We have the right equipment and like to leave your yard cleaned and leveled. Please see our many excellent reviews. Thank you for considering H & H Stump grinding, the best in CT.

"Al and his son in law went above and beyond my expectations. They are exceptional in pricing, punctuality and customer service. As we reviewed the job I knew I could trust him and his work. Thank you again Al! P.S. I am in Plymouth."

Lynn S on September 2024


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MR. TREEMAN TREE SERVICES, LLC
326 Lakeshore Dr
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
MR. TREEMAN TREE SERVICES, LLC
326 Lakeshore Dr
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
18 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"I called and they came the very next day. They did a great job. They left everything tidy and better than before. I would highly recommend Mr Treeman to anyone looking to have tree work done. I would also use them again."

Julia M on January 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"I called and they came the very next day. They did a great job. They left everything tidy and better than before. I would highly recommend Mr Treeman to anyone looking to have tree work done. I would also use them again."

Julia M on January 2025


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Evergreen Tree Removal
568 Danbury Rd
4.65(
57
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Approved Pro
Evergreen Tree Removal
568 Danbury Rd
4.65(
57
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

At Evergreen Art & Stone Works, we take pride in the personal relationships we develop with each customer. We do the job right because your unconditional satisfaction is our top priority.

"Mike was great from start (quote) to finish (clean-up) Very courteous, helpful and, knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him to anyone He removed a large tree that fell on my car and cleaned up everything"

John De Los S on July 2024

At Evergreen Art & Stone Works, we take pride in the personal relationships we develop with each customer. We do the job right because your unconditional satisfaction is our top priority.

"Mike was great from start (quote) to finish (clean-up) Very courteous, helpful and, knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him to anyone He removed a large tree that fell on my car and cleaned up everything"

John De Los S on July 2024

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Tree stump removals FAQs

Yes, grinding a stump is worthwhile if you plan to use the area for planting, recreation, or building. Removing the stump clears space for new landscaping or construction projects. Additionally, as the stump decomposes, it can rob the soil of nitrogen, affecting the growth of other plants. Stumps are also a tripping hazard, making removal a wise choice.

The time it takes to grind a stump depends on its size, density, and the grinder's performance. A small, soft stump can be ground in 15 minutes, while a large, dense stump may require up to eight hours for complete removal. Factors like the stump's structure and your grinding technique affect how quickly you can remove it.

Grinding a stump is often the best solution for clearing an area for construction or planting. It removes the visible portion of the stump, but the roots remain underground. If you need to remove the roots for long-term stability or design plans, you'll need to hire a professional for full stump and root removal. This ensures your site is completely cleared for future projects.

Leaving a tree stump in your yard can cause several problems. It can become a breeding ground for pests and diseases that might harm nearby trees and structures. Plus, the decaying stump can interfere with your landscaping plans, making mowing difficult and promoting unwanted new growth that can disrupt soil stability. Removing the stump eliminates these risks and improves your yard's safety and appearance.

To effectively kill a stump, you need to interrupt its nutrient supply and speed up decay. Drill holes into the stump and fill them with a concentrated herbicide like glyphosate, rock salt, or Epsom salt. This method ensures the substance penetrates deeply. Alternatively, cover the stump with a dark, heavy-duty tarp to deprive it of sunlight, which accelerates the process. Remember to follow safety guidelines when using these methods.

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