If you’ve inherited a property with multiple old stumps, or you’ve had several trees removed over the years without grinding, you’re in good company. Plenty of New Hampshire yards have 3, 5, or 10+ stumps scattered across the property. Tackling them all at once is almost always cheaper and more efficient than one at a time. Here’s how Wilcox Tree Service approaches multi-stump projects.
Why Multi-Stump Projects Save Money
Trip charges consolidate. The biggest cost in a small stump-grinding job is mobilizing equipment. Multiple stumps in one visit share that fixed cost.
Efficient workflow. Our crew develops a rhythm — grind, move, grind, move — that single-stump visits don’t achieve.
Consolidated cleanup. One cleanup pass instead of many.
Better equipment utilization. We can bring the right grinder for the property and use it across all jobs.
Typical multi-stump discounts: – 2 stumps: 10–15% off the second – 3–5 stumps: 15–25% discount – 6+ stumps: Custom pricing, often significantly discounted
Planning Your Multi-Stump Project
Step 1: Inventory Your Stumps Walk the property and note each stump: – Approximate location – Rough diameter – Species (if known) – Any access challenges (on a slope, tight area, behind fencing)
Step 2: Prioritize Rank stumps by urgency: – High priority: Trip hazards, near driveways/walkways, in active lawn – Medium priority: Visible from main areas of the property – Low priority: Back corners, wooded areas, rarely-used zones
Grinding everything is often most economical, but if budget is tight you can address in phases.
Step 3: Plan the Sequence For full-yard projects, we typically: – Start at the area furthest from the street – Work inward toward the equipment access point – Leave high-traffic areas for later in the day (grindings to rake up)
Step 4: Schedule the Right Time For yard-wide work: – Fall is ideal — ground conditions are good, lawn is resilient, winter gives time for settling – Spring after thaw works well – Summer is fine if you can handle watering new seed/sod after
When Multi-Stump Projects Make Sense Economically
Property preparation: – Buying a new property with multiple stumps – Preparing to sell a property (clean yard sells better) – Opening up a yard that’s been neglected
Post-removal cleanup: – You’ve had multiple trees removed without grinding – Winter storm caused multiple takedowns that left stumps
Yard transformation: – Converting a wooded area to lawn – Creating a usable outdoor living space – Clearing space for a pool, patio, or garden
Commercial or institutional: – School, church, or business property with accumulated stumps – Historic properties being restored
Special Case: Post-Lot-Clearing Cleanup
If you’ve had lot clearing work that left a field of stumps, we handle this differently — usually with larger equipment and bulk pricing. Ask about integrated clearing + grinding projects.
Equipment Selection for Larger Projects
We scale equipment to the job: – Small walk-behind grinders: Single-stump work, tight access – Tow-behind grinders: Most residential multi-stump work – Self-propelled grinders: Full-yard projects, rough terrain – Large tracked grinders: Commercial or lot-clearing aftermath
Coordinating with Neighbors
If multiple properties in a neighborhood have stumps, coordinating a joint project saves everyone money. We’ve done neighborhood “stump days” where multiple homeowners share a single visit. Talk to us about this option.
Timeline Expectations
- 3–5 residential stumps: Half-day to full day
- 6–10 stumps: Full day to day-and-a-half
- 10+ stumps or full-yard work: Multi-day project
Aftercare for Multiple Stumps
If you have multiple grindings sites to restore: – Consider bulk topsoil delivery (much cheaper per yard than bags) – Plan seeding/sodding at once for consistency – Consider contacting a landscaper to handle restoration if areas are large
Budget Planning
For planning purposes on multi-stump projects: – Small residential property (3–5 stumps): $400–$800 – Medium property (6–10 stumps): $700–$1,500 – Large property (10–20+ stumps): $1,500–$4,000 – Post-clearing commercial projects: Custom quote
These are rough ranges; exact pricing depends on stump sizes and access. On-site estimates are always free.
Request a Multi-Stump Quote
Call 603-363-8197 or request an estimate online. For larger projects, we’ll schedule a dedicated site visit.