Price guide · Updated October 2026
Stump grinding cost in Bountiful, UT
Stump grinding in Bountiful costs $7.50 per inch of stump diameter, with a $200 minimum per job. That means any single stump up to 26 inches across is $200, a 36-inch stump is $270, and a 48-inch stump is $360. The price includes grinding 6–8 inches below grade, the normal root flare, basic cleanup, and leaving the chips on site.
Lead-generation sites list prices for South Davis County anywhere from under $100 to over $600 for "a stump", which isn't much help when you're trying to budget. These are the standard rates for every Bountiful Stump Grinding job, and your written quote always comes before any work starts.
per inch of diameter
per job
within 20 miles
Price table
Stump grinding prices by diameter
Measure straight across the stump at ground level, at the widest point, including the root flare. Multiply by $7.50. If the job total is under $200, the price is $200. For several stumps, add up all the inches first, then apply the multi-stump discount below.
Base price includes: grinding about 6–8 inches below grade, the normal root flare, basic cleanup, and chips left on site.
Stumps over 100 inches, and 10+ stump jobs, are quoted individually.
Illustrative photo.
| Stump diameter | Typical tree | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6–26" | Fruit trees, ornamentals, ash, locust | $200 minimum |
| 28" | Mature maple or ash | $210 |
| 30" | Large ash, box elder | $225 |
| 32" | $240 | |
| 36" | Large elm, silver maple, spruce | $270 |
| 40" | $300 | |
| 44" | $330 | |
| 48" | Big cottonwood or Siberian elm | $360 |
| 54" | $405 | |
| 60" | Old cottonwood | $450 |
| 72" | Multi-trunk cottonwood | $540 |
| 84" | $630 | |
| 96" | $720 | |
| 100" | $750 |
What changes the price
Add-ons and special conditions
Most yards need none of these. When one applies, we tell you before we start — it'll be on your quote.
| Grinding extras | Charge |
|---|---|
| Significant surface roots (root grinding) | $12 / linear ft |
| Deep grind, 10–12" below grade | +$50 |
| Deep grind, 12–18" below grade | +$100 |
| Tall stump (3–6 ft or more) | +$50–$100 |
| Site conditions | Charge |
|---|---|
| Tight gate or limited access | +$25–$100 |
| Fence panel removal | +$75–$150 |
| Steep terrain | +$50–$150 |
| Some rocks in the stump | +$50–$100 |
| Heavy rocky soil | +$100–$250+ |
Illustrative photo: wood chips after grinding.
| Chips & cleanup | Charge |
|---|---|
| Leave chips on site | Free |
| Rake and contain chips | +$25–$50 |
| Small haul-away | +$50 |
| Half pickup load | +$75 |
| Full pickup load | +$100–$150 |
| Trailer load | +$150–$250+ |
| Full cleanup and haul-away | +$100–$200+ |
| Backfill & lawn | Charge |
|---|---|
| Basic topsoil fill | +$35–$50 / stump |
| Large stump fill | +$50–$100+ |
| Seed | +$25–$50 |
| Sod replacement | Custom quote |
Save on bigger jobs
Multi-stump discounts & travel
Setup and travel happen once, so every extra stump on the same visit costs less. See multiple stumps & lot clearing.
Every city in our service area is within 20 miles, so there's no travel fee from North Salt Lake to Kaysville.
| Stumps on one visit | Discount |
|---|---|
| 1 | — |
| 2 | 5–10% off |
| 3–5 | 10–15% off |
| 6–10 | 15–20% off |
| More than 10 | Custom bid |
| Distance from Bountiful | Travel fee |
|---|---|
| 0–20 miles | Free |
| 20–30 miles | +$25 |
| 30–40 miles | +$50 |
| 40–50 miles | +$75 |
| Over 50 miles | Quoted |
Worked examples
Example quotes
How the numbers add up on three typical jobs. Your quote follows the same math.
One 18" fruit-tree stump
- 18" × $7.50 = $135, so the $200 minimum applies
- Chips left on site: free
- Easy front-yard access
Total: $200
Three stumps: 20", 30" and 36"
- 86 total inches × $7.50 = $645
- 3 stumps: about 12% off → $568
- Half pickup load of chips hauled: +$75
Total: about $643
40" cottonwood on a slope, with roots
- 40" × $7.50 = $300
- 15 ft of surface roots × $12 = $180
- Steep terrain: +$50
Total: about $530
Examples show how pricing works; your exact quote depends on your stump, access and chip choice.
Grinding vs. removal
Stump grinding vs. full stump removal
Full removal digs out the stump and the whole root ball. It costs more, takes longer and leaves a big hole to fill. Grinding is enough for almost every yard project.
| Comparison | Stump grinding | Full stump / root-ball removal |
|---|---|---|
| Typical cost | $200 for most stumps; $7.50/inch above 26" | $200–$1,000+, plus fill dirt |
| Yard damage | Small area, chips to rake | Large hole, heavy equipment on the lawn |
| Deep roots | Left to rot naturally | Mostly removed |
| Best for | Lawn, sod, beds, pavers, patios | Foundations and deep footings in the exact spot |
Save money
How to lower your price
- Do them all at once. Two stumps get 5–10% off; six or more get 15–20% off.
- Keep the chips. Leaving them is free, and they make good mulch.
- Clear the path. A clear route from the gate avoids the limited-access charge.
- Cut it low. Stumps taller than 3 feet add $50–$100, so cut as low as you safely can.
- Ask your neighbors. Several stumps on one street can be booked as one multi-stump job.
- Book in fall or winter. Grinding works on frozen ground, and the schedule is more open than in spring.
FAQ
Stump grinding cost questions
Measure straight across the top at ground level, at the widest point, including any root flare. A photo with a tape measure across it is all we need.
Every job takes the same loading, travel, Utah 811 locate and setup, whether the stump is 8 inches or 26. The minimum covers that; above 26 inches you pay $7.50 per inch.
Yes. Text a photo to 801-903-2895 or use the contact form and we'll reply with a price.
Not within 20 miles of Bountiful, which covers our whole service area. Beyond that it's $25–$75, and jobs over 50 miles away are quoted individually.
You pay the crew directly when the job is done. Accepted payment methods are listed on your written quote.