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Q: Can you plant a tree where a stump was removed?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re wondering <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/can-you-plant-tree-where-stump-removed%E2%80%8B.htm">whether you can plant a tree where the stump was removed</a>, know that the soil conditions won&rsquo;t be ideal, so you should avoid it. The soil beneath the previous tree will likely be depleted of nutrients, plus there may be roots left behind that will seriously hinder the growth of a new tree. Also, if you use salt or other chemical solutions to kill the stump, these can linger in the soil for months or even years and prevent healthy growth. It&rsquo;s best to choose a different spot that&rsquo;s at least<b> three feet away</b> for a new tree, or wait at least a year and thoroughly amend the soil before you plant. </p></div>

Q: Will a trencher grind stumps?

• <div><p>A trencher can grind stumps, but it will take a lot longer and be less effective than dedicated stump grinding tools. Rather than using a trencher to grind stumps, since trenchers work best at digging in soil, use a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/things-to-know-about-stump-grinding.htm">stump grinder</a>. This aptly named tool has blades that spin to break down a tree stump quickly and leave the roots behind to naturally decay. You can also use shears, a hatchet, a reciprocating saw, or other root removal techniques to finish the job.</p></div>

Q: Can I take down a tree myself?

• <div><p>It is possible to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-cut-down-tree.htm">cut down a tree</a> on your property yourself, but we don&rsquo;t recommend it. If the tree is short enough to easily reach the top branches, and the tree is far from power lines or structures, consider renting a chainsaw and removing it yourself. Trees that are larger than that, close to electrical lines, or close to fences, homes, sheds, or other structures should only ever be removed by professionals. Not only is the work dangerous, but you could damage structures on your property in the process.</p></div>

Q: Are palm tree stumps hard to remove?

• <div><p>Unfortunately, palm tree stumps are one of the most difficult types to remove due to how their roots grow. Unlike other trees, palm tree roots grow horizontally and vertically. Palm tree roots grow as deep as three feet into the ground, although soil and growing conditions could mean they go as far as 50 inches into the earth. </p><p>If you want to be able to repurpose the grass in the area where you removed a stump later, you&rsquo;ll have to dig quite deep&mdash;and perhaps wide&mdash;to trim away all the roots.</p></div>

Q: Is it better to trim a tree or cut it down?

• <div><p>The best plan of action for an unhealthy or unsafe tree will depend on its condition. An arborist can recommend whether trimming or removal is the right call for your tree. Preventive tree trimming can keep trees safe and healthy, so make regular tree trimming a part of your yard maintenance plan.</p></div>

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Last update on December 10, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
They did a great job cleaning the air ducts to remove molde.
MOLD AND WATER FLORIDA INC.
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Reviewed in January 2023
The project was a house built in 1950 being re-stucco'ed for the first time since being built. Could not continue to just repaint because the painted surface was in such bad shape. Espinoza did a very good job with the actual stucco work. They started the work when they said they would and...
Espinoza's Stucco, Plaster & Drywall
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Reviewed in April 2022
They were pretty thorough with the tree removal.
Garcia Land Services Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2021
patch walls, paint, electrical fixtures removal
Miami Plumbing Services
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Reviewed in May 2019
He is always available, and clean. He does exactly what is requested.
EN-SO Remodeling Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2018
The job went fantastic. The owner of Greenstar, Peter, came out and correctly diagnosed the problem himself. The job required removing some very nice brickwork from my driveway in order to replace the required components of the well/pump system, and I imagined the worst. But the crew replaced...
Greenstar Landscaping & Irrigation
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Reviewed in September 2018
They called me the day before the scheduled appt. to ask if it would be ok for them to stop by and have a look at the job. They came by, evaluated job scope, gave me a fair price for the job and got it done right away. Finished removing a 30’ palm tree within an hour and we couldn’t be...
DD Waste Removal, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2016
Jackson, the gentleman that quoted and did the work was incredible. He was flexible on pricing understanding the size of the job. He said 80% could be done the first day, 10% the second day and the cover-up on the final day. This is exactly what he did. His team dug a trench about 24' by 4'...
Yerbilla Services Inc
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Reviewed in July 2014
Called for an estimate and was at our house in 1 hour to give estimate. day of the tree cutting after we obtained permit they came in the morning around 9am. tree was cut and stump was removed by 5pm that same day.
JD Boyd Tree and Lawn LLC
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