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The Stump Machine

Tree Service, Hauling

About us

Established in 2005, a 3x Super Service Award winner, locally owned/operated, & over 10 years of experience, Chris specializes in stump removal & grinding services. The Stump Machine is a fully licensed and insured company. Chris focuses on stump grinding, but can also assist with SMALL tree, shrub, and bush removal. His company can assist with services on residential or commercial properties and he offers free estimates. The Stump Machine serves clients throughout Indianapolis and beyond. Chris' client's happiness is his highest priority, which is why he offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Chris' rates are always competitive and discounts are available for seniors, military/veterans, and Angie's List members.

Business highlights

20 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

small and large stump removal, stump grinding, shrub removal, shrub grinding, root system removal, tree planting, shrub planting

Services we don't offer

trimming

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Senior Discount

10%



Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

5.046 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
96%
4
2%
3
0%
2
0%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.9
Showing 26-46 of 46 reviews

Jeff H.
03/2018
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They did a good job.
Description of Work: tree stump removal

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Andrew G.
01/2018
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Fine stump successfully removed
Description of Work: Stump removal

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Susan W.
07/2017
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Great. Efficient and tidy
Description of Work: Removed large surface tree riirs

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Josh R.
05/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Leah C.
07/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Ground up two 20 in stumps

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Jerrod N.
05/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Chris was very reasonable, and easy to contact. Work was done in a timely manner. We would definitely recommend this business.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Jill K.
04/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
See above
Description of Work: He arrived to give me an estimate on his way to another job with his stump grinder in tow right on time. As it was a fairly small job he offered that he would just do it while he was there. We talked specifics like where and how deep, and he got started. It took about 40 minutes including clean up. He instructed me on what to do with the site: let it settle, remove some if necessary, add two bags of topsoil. Then reseed. I appreciated his willingness to complete the work right then so I did not have to worry about it any more. I paid cash and needed a receipt. He did not have any on hand but said he would mail one to me. Two days latter I received the receipt in the mail. I was pleased he had followed up right away.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Chris S.
05/2011
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
We went with another vendor for this project. I would consider them again for a different project if the price quote for that project is more competitive.
Description of Work: No service was preformed. The Stump Machine's quote was much higher than the vendor we decided to go with. They did, however, do a nice job with the quote and followed up regularly to see if we had made a vendor decision.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

SALLY & RICHARD P.
04/2011
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
He gave an estimate of $300 for 8 stumps. He worked in the cold. The work was done quickly and properly.
Description of Work: The ground up several large stumps.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Tony O.
04/2011
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Chris carefully took down a large stump next to our new garage. He worked hard and safely and did an excellent job. This is the second time I have hired him and wil do so in the future.
Description of Work: Stump removal

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Craig R.
01/2011
5.0
hardscaping, tree service
  + 0 more
Excellent work. Chris is a hard worker, and provided us several rail road tie walls. We will be using him again for more work next season!
Description of Work: We had several stumps removed, as well as some rail road ties and a small deck installed

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

KEN & BARBARA H.
12/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Chris had made a visit and ave an estimate that was the final price. He did exactly what I wanted.
Description of Work: They ground down three tree stumps and removed wire basket materials.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Christina M.
10/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Earlier this year the city had cut down a tree in the easement in front of my house. I had obtained an estimate for grinding out the stump which seemed competitive based on my previous experiences and stories I had heard, but had not yet had the work performed. Mr. Denny had been contacted by one of my neighbors to grind out their tree stump, and seeing the stump in front of my house, he knocked on my door to offer his services to me as well. The price he quoted was $50 less than the amount of the quote I had obtained, he came to me (vs. me having to call and wait on him) and he performed the work completely and to my satisfaction - advising me what to expect and leaving the area neat.
Description of Work: Grinding out ash tree stump in easement in front of my propertty.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

ARNOLD & DORIS B.
10/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
From the time I contacted Chris until the work had been completed -- everything as great! He returned my call promptly, gave us an estimate that was very fair, scheduled the work promptly as soon as we selected him and then performed it very professionally. He will be our first choice the next time we need a service that he provides.
Description of Work: removed a stump and small bush next to it and hauled trash away.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

GERALD B.
10/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Excellent experience. Very professional and good communication. Performed the work as discussed. Would definitely use again and recommend.
Description of Work: Removed stumps and general cleanup.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$425

Patrick W.
10/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
He came out right away and called me back right away. He was informative. I thought he did a good job. The work was done well, and everything turned out well.
Description of Work: They removed a tree stump.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$110

Terry N.
07/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Excellent....
Description of Work: Called Scott...asked to price the removal of some stump material that was left after a crab apple tree removal. Gave me an estimate and a time he could do work considering the weather factor. Came out asap, completed the work as promised. Very professional...price as quoted which I thought was very fair and competitive. Took his card and would definitely use him again!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Michelle H.
07/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Chris came to my home the day after I called him and submitted an estimate. After I received two other estimates I chose Chris as he was competitive and the only one that came to the house to see what he would be working on. He showed up when he promised and did a great job. I would recommend him and use him again.
Description of Work: Removal and grinding of seven stumps from my front yard

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Hardin C.
08/2009
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
We had contacted 3 companies for a quote and this company had the highest quote, but was the only one who would haul away the wood chips. We had 2 stumps removed a couple years ago by a different company and did not have the chips taken away. This was a huge mess and a big headache to deal with !!! At first, we told Chris Denny we were going to go with another company, but he came down 10% in price and we decided to go ahead and pay the higher cost just to not have to deal with the cleanup. We are SO glad we did!! Chris did a great job and cleaned up our yard very well.
Description of Work: Removed a pretty large stump in our front yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$270

VIVIAN G B.
05/2009
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Chris Denny promptly returned my call, gave me an estimate the same day and performed the work the following day. I was very satisfied with the entire experience. Chris was professional, courteous, prompt, neat and efficient. The price was fair and the work was very well performed with no damage to my yard surrounding the area where the stump and root was removed. I was impressed with how clean the surrounding area was left. The job was performed while I was at work and I would recommend Chris Denny.
Description of Work: Removed a tree stump and large surface root from my yard. Completely ground the stump and root to below ground level so I can plant a replacement tree. Left the surrounding area clean with all the chips in the hole (per my request) to fill it until I can replace the tree.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

CHRIS R.
04/2009
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Chris Denny, the company owner and sole proprietor, came out to give a free estimate. He actually called me because I had asked the tree removal company to pass my information on. I applaud that self starting ambition. He is a very friendly guy. He came out the very same day and gave a free estimate. Once I scheduled the work, he arrived on time with his gas powered grinding machine. The machine was really no louder than a lawnmower and did not damage my yard or driveway to and from the site. He worked diligently and methodically to remove all the evidence that the stump was ever there. It probably took him about three hours. I did not ask him to clean up because the yard and the area where the stump was is soon going to be dug up for the pool. He did offer to haul away the debris but I gave him a break and declined. It should be noted that a substantial amount of chips are created when a stump is ground so you want to make sure they are cleaned up if you plan on using there area for grass or shrubs, etc. I would definitely use him again for future projects.
Description of Work: We needed a stump from a very large tree removed in order to put in a swimming pool. The stump was left over from an Ash tree we had taken down. It was about three feet in diameter and had very large surface roots spanning out on all side in about a 10 foot radius. Because this stump was directly in place of where our pool was going to go, we asked that all the spanning surface roots be ground out and the stump be ground as deep as possible.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
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Contact information

unknown, Indianapolis, IN 46221

http://www.stumpgrindingindianapolis.com

Service hours

Sunday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Licensing

Insured
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Tree Service,
Hauling

FAQ

The Stump Machine is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Monday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

The Stump Machine accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, The Stump Machine offers free project estimates.
No, The Stump Machine does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, The Stump Machine does not offer a senior discount.
No, The Stump Machine does not offer emergency services.
No, The Stump Machine does not offer warranties.
The Stump Machine offers the following services: small and large stump removal, stump grinding, shrub removal, shrub grinding, root system removal, tree planting, shrub planting
trimming

Contact information

unknown, Indianapolis, IN 46221

http://www.stumpgrindingindianapolis.com

Service hours

Sunday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM