Stump grinding access & measurements
Measure the stump at its widest visible point, the narrowest access opening and the step or level changes along the route. Include photographs with a familiar object or tape measure for scale.
- Widest stump and surface-root spread
- Narrowest gate, doorway or turn
- Number and height of steps
- Distance from parking or loading to the stump
Grinding depth for lawn, planting & landscaping
A shallow grind may be enough for levelling and turf, while replanting or construction raises different questions. State the intended outcome and ask what roots, grindings and voids will remain.
- Lawn or planting bed
- Replacement tree
- Paving or structure
- Retained grindings or removal
Preparing the site for stump removal
Identify known drains, cables, pipes, irrigation and lighting. If the stump sits on a boundary, establish ownership and access before machinery arrives.
- Utility plans where available
- Nearby inspection covers
- Fence and retaining-wall foundations
- Written neighbour permission where needed
Preparing for the next part of your garden project
A stump in a lawn, beside a fence or among plants needs a different finishing plan. Explain which nearby planting and surfaces must stay and whether the final area will be seeded, turfed or replanted.
If other garden work is due, share its timing so the grinding and clearance can be coordinated. Confirm who removes the woody arisings, supplies any replacement material and checks the final level. Grinding is one stage of the job, not a promise that the ground is ready for every use.