Stump Grinding & Brush Removal
Stump grinding costs $120–$400 for the first stump and $30–$60 each after (HomeGuide). Brush removal, haul-off and cleanup services for cleared land.
- $1,200–$8,000 per acre, by density (HomeGuide)
- $3,780 average project (Angi)
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Typical national cost$1,200 – $8,000Cost guide →About Stump Grinding & Brush Removal
Stumps are where clearing jobs get slow and expensive. Grinding chews a stump below grade with a rotating cutter wheel. HomeGuide puts it at $120–$400 for the first stump and $30–$60 for each additional one, or $2–$6 per inch of diameter. Extra-large stumps run $300–$800. Removing the stump and root ball entirely by digging costs $80–$190 per stump, with a backhoe minimum of $150–$350.
Brush removal is the lighter end of the work: overgrowth, saplings, vines and downed limbs. Angi lists brush removal at $20–$200 per acre and HomeGuide at $800–$3,000 per acre. The gap reflects how differently 'brush' jobs are defined, so get the scope in writing.
Common Jobs We Route
- Stump grinding after tree removal or logging
- Full stump and root removal for build sites
- Brush and overgrowth removal
- Debris pile cleanup and haul-off
What Affects the Price
Providers quote their own work — these are the factors that consistently move the number.
- Stump diameter at $2–$6 per inch: about $30–$70 for a 12 in stump, $70–$220 for 36 in, $150–$430 for 72 in, with an $80–$160 job minimum
- Number of stumps: per-stump price drops after the first
- Grind versus dig out: grinding leaves roots; digging is needed under structures
- Access: grinders need a gate path; backhoes need room
Cost Guides
Stump Grinding & Brush Removal FAQs
How much does stump grinding cost?
HomeGuide: $120–$400 for the first stump, $30–$60 for each additional one, or $2–$6 per inch of diameter, with an $80–$160 minimum.
Should I grind or remove stumps before building?
Grinding leaves the roots. Under a house pad, driveway or septic area, contractors usually dig stumps and roots out, which costs more per stump ($80–$190 plus a backhoe minimum, HomeGuide). Ask your builder what they require.
Can I burn stumps?
HomeGuide lists burning at $50–$200 per stump where it's allowed. Burn rules vary by state and county, and many places restrict burning during dry spells. See our county pages.
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