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Avatar for PNW Timberghost Land Management Services, LLC
PNW Timberghost Land Management Services, LLC
5.0(
4
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All aspects of this project were done efficiently, professionally. and the outcome exceeded my expectations. Communications were frequent and informative. Two maple tree stumps were removed via excavator, vs. grinding/chipping. This resulted in the area being free of roots and debris. I am very happy with the results. The price was very reasonable. I highly recommend this company. Pictures include before and after."
Forestry Mulching
Tree Removal
Stump Removal
Stump Removal
Stump Removal

+7

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for RISE N GRIND STUMP GRINDING
RISE N GRIND STUMP GRINDING
5.0(
3
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience working with Greg for some stump grinding and highly recommend his company. His communication was excellent right from the start, and he was incredibly flexible when I asked to add another piece to the job at the last minute. What really impressed me was the care he took with safety and property protection. He put up solid barriers around the workspace so flying debris wouldn't be an issue. His pricing is very fair, and his cleanup was top-notch—he restored the area to its pre-job condition and honestly left it looking even better than before he started. Total professional, and I'd absolutely hire him again."
Shady Lane Stump Grind
Shady Lane Stump 1
Shady Lane Stump 1
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Shady Ln. Stump done

+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
TDS Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
3
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"TDS did an outstanding job. They arrived early and went right to work. They trimmed and hauled away the cut bushes. They did exactly as I was requesting. Very polite and respectful of my property. I would definitely use them again."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Landscaping Gomez
4.6(
68
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Three and a half very large trees taken down with no damage to surrounding landscaping. All wood either cut into 18” logs and stacked for firewood, or chipped into mulch. Excellent job."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for H&M Woodworks
H&M Woodworks
5.0(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"everything went very well. The trees that we had cut were close to the water pump and our home. He cut the trees and told us where they would land and they landed just where he said. The job was done in less that 2 hours if that. A very good experience and we would hire him again. We would and have recommended him."
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+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It will take you anywhere from 15 minutes to two hours per tree stump to grind and remove the stump from the ground. The larger the size, the longer it will take to remove the stump. Also, keep in mind that rocky soil may require local excavation services to loosen up large boulders before you can begin to remove the tree stump.

If a disease has attacked and destroyed the roots, then the tree may fall over as soon as it has died or while part of it is still alive. Trees that die with their roots left in place tend to stay standing for much longer, but those roots will decay eventually, allowing gravity to do the rest.

On average, tree removal costs around $750, with a typical range between $200 and $2,000. The final price depends on several factors, including the tree's height, trunk diameter, species, and overall health. Accessibility is also a key factor; costs will be higher if the tree is in a hard-to-reach area or located near structures like power lines or your home. Additional costs may apply for services such as stump removal (which can add $100 to $150), log-splitting, debris cleanup, and obtaining necessary permits. It is also customary to tip the professional, usually between $20 and $100.

You can use a felling ax to chop down a tree by following the same prep and steps as a chainsaw, but be prepared to use some muscle. For trees bigger than 7 inches in diameter, it can take some time and serious strength to cut down a tree using just an ax. 

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

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