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Stump Grinding vs. Removal in Lewiston, ME: Which is Right for You? | J & L Tree Service


After a tree is removed from your Lewiston, ME property, you're left with one final piece: the stump. At J & L Tree Service, we offer two professional solutions to handle it: stump grinding and complete stump removal. While they sound similar, they are different processes with different outcomes and costs. As the tree care experts in the Lewiston, ME area, we can help you decide which option is best for your landscape goals. We also provide a full range of tree removal and trimming services to complete your project from start to finish.

Need to get rid of a stump in Lewiston, ME? Call J & L Tree Service for a free consultation!





Your Lewiston, ME Experts in Complete Tree & Stump Services


At J & L Tree Service, we believe in completing every job to the highest standard, and that includes the final step of dealing with the stump. Our commitment to the Lewiston, ME community is to provide clear explanations and expert services so you can make the best choices for your property.



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Efficient Stump Grinding in Lewiston, ME


Our primary method for dealing with stumps is grinding. We use powerful, professional stump grinders to shred the stump and its surface roots down below ground level, leaving behind a pile of wood chips and a clean slate for your Lewiston, ME yard.





Complete Tree Removal Services in Lewiston, ME


Our Lewiston, ME crews are experts in the entire tree removal process, from safely felling the tree and cleaning up the debris to the final step of grinding the stump, providing a comprehensive, start-to-finish solution.



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Stump Grinding vs. Stump Removal: A Guide for Lewiston, ME Homeowners


Once your tree is gone, what's the best way to handle the leftover stump in your Lewiston, ME yard? Here’s a comparison of the two main professional services offered by J & L Tree Service.





Stump Grinding


  • The Process: This is the most common and efficient method. A powerful machine with a high-speed cutting wheel is used to grind the stump down, shredding the wood into small chips. We typically grind to a depth of 6-12 inches below the surface, which is sufficient for most landscaping needs.
  • The Result: The stump is gone from view. You are left with a pile of wood chips mixed with soil, which you can use as mulch in other areas of your garden or have us haul away. The major root system is left underground to decay naturally over time.
  • Pros: Much faster, less labor-intensive, and significantly more affordable than full removal. It is far less damaging to the surrounding lawn and landscape. It allows you to immediately plant grass or a shallow-rooted garden over the area.
  • Best For: The vast majority of residential situations in Lewiston, ME where the primary goal is to remove the unsightly stump and reclaim the yard space for lawn or a small garden.
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Complete Stump Removal


  • The Process: This is a much more invasive process. It involves using heavy equipment, like an excavator or backhoe, to dig out the entire stump and its major root ball from the ground.
  • The Result: The entire stump and its main root structure are physically removed from the property. This leaves a large hole in your yard that will need to be backfilled with soil.
  • Pros: Removes the entire root structure, leaving the ground completely clear for new construction (like a foundation, patio, or driveway) or for planting a new, large tree in the exact same spot.
  • Cons: Significantly more expensive due to the need for heavy machinery and more intensive labor. It causes considerable damage to the surrounding lawn and landscape and requires significant site restoration (backfilling, grading, replanting).
  • Best For: Situations in Lewiston, ME where the stump's location interferes with a planned construction project or where a large new tree must be planted in the same location.For most Lewiston, ME homeowners, stump grinding is the most practical, affordable, and effective solution. The experts at J & L Tree Service can discuss your specific needs and help you make the best choice.




Frequently Asked Questions


  • How long does stump grinding take? Grinding an average-sized stump usually takes less than an hour with our professional equipment.
  • What can I do with the leftover wood chips? The wood chips make excellent natural mulch for garden beds or around other trees. We can also provide a quote to haul them away for you.
  • Do you need to bring a large truck on my lawn? Our stump grinders are designed to minimize impact, but access is needed. We will discuss the best path to access the stump on your Lewiston, ME property.
  • Is the cost of stump grinding included in my tree removal estimate? Stump grinding is usually priced as a separate, optional item on our estimates, allowing you to choose the services you need.
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For Professional Stump Grinding in Lewiston, ME, Call J & L Tree Service!


Finish the job right and reclaim your yard. J & L Tree Service provides fast, efficient, and affordable stump grinding throughout the Lewiston, ME area. Call us today!





Customer Reviews

"J & L Tree Service did a fantastic job with the stump grinding after our tree removal. The machine was impressive, and the stump was gone in minutes. They left the area in my Lewiston, ME yard so clean."

"I had three old stumps in my yard that were a real eyesore. J & L ground them all down in one visit. The process was fast, and the price was very reasonable. A great Lewiston, ME tree service."

"The technician explained the difference between grinding and removal, which helped me realize grinding was all I needed. I appreciated the honest advice. A very trustworthy Lewiston, ME company."





Lewiston, ME Insights: Population,
Zip Codes, Influence, and Service Areas

The Lewiston area traces its roots to 1669 with the early presence of the Androscoggin tribe (the namesake of the county in which the city resides). In the late 18th century, in 1795, Lewiston was incorporated as Lewistown. The presence of the Androscoggin River and Lewistown Falls made the town an attractive area for manufacturing and hydro-power businesses. The rise of Boston rail and textile tycoon Benjamin Bates saw rapid economic growth rivaling that of Cambridge, Worcester, and Concord. Irish immigrants were recruited to build the railroad links and dig the canals for the textile mills. The Irish stayed, and worked the mills and established flourishing businesses, as evidenced by the McGillicuddy, Callahan, and other Blocks and the St.Joseph's and St.Patrick's churches. In the 1850 Census Lewiston was fully 23% Irish born. The increase in economic stimulus prompted thousands of Quebecers to migrate, causing a population boom; the populace rose from 1,801 in 1840 to 21,701 in 1890. In 1855, local preacher Oren Burbank Cheney founded the Maine State Seminary, the first coeducational university in New England and one of the first universities to admit black students before the Emancipation Proclamation. Lewistown quickly became associated with the liberal arts and was incorporated as "Lewiston" in 1864, a year before the college was chartered as Bates College.

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