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Stump Grinding & Removal in Short Hills, NJ
ISA Certified arborists delivering Stump Grinding Short Hills NJ homeowners have trusted since 1984 — safe, insured and spotless work, backed by a 4.8-star reputation across Essex County.
For dependable Stump Grinding Short Hills NJ homeowners can count on, T&D Tree Service has been the local, ISA Certified name to call since 1984. We are a family-owned, TCIA-accredited and fully insured tree company based minutes away in Livingston, and we have spent four decades caring for the oaks, maples and ash that shade Short Hills and the rest of Essex County.
Every job in Short Hills is handled by a certified crew that treats your property like its own — clean work, protected turf and beds, and complete cleanup before we leave. Owner Dave Lombardi personally estimates most jobs, so the person who prices your work is the person who understands your trees. Call (973) 434-5557 for a free on-site estimate in Short Hills.
Stump Grinding Short Hills NJ: below-grade and surface roots
A leftover stump in Short Hills is more than an eyesore — it’s a tripping hazard, a mower-wrecker, and an open invitation to carpenter ants, termites and fungus near the foundation. Our commercial grinders reduce the stump to chips six to twelve inches below grade, so the spot is genuinely ready to seed, sod or replant.
Northern New Jersey soil is heavy clay laced with rock, and old Short Hills maple and oak stumps send out wide, shallow surface roots that trip up a rental grinder. We follow and grind those roots too, so no buckled walkway or hidden trip line is left behind.
Replanting after stump grinding in Short Hills
Spring and early fall are the best windows to seed or sod the ground after grinding a Short Hills stump, while the soil is warm and moist. We can backfill the void with the nutrient-rich grindings or with clean topsoil, rake it level, and leave you a spot that blends right back into the lawn.
Planning a new tree in the same spot? Tell us and we grind deeper and clear more of the root mass so the replacement has room to establish.
Compact grinders for tight Short Hills yards
From the estates of Essex County to the tightest backyards in Short Hills, our compact grinders fit through a standard gate to reach stumps other companies can’t — and we handle everything from a single stump to dozens across a cleared lot. Grinding pairs naturally with a tree removal so your yard is finished, not half-done.
Why Short Hills chooses T&D for Stump Grinding Short Hills NJ
It comes down to a simple standard: do excellent work, charge a fair price and leave the property cleaner than we found it.
Short Hills is one of Essex County’s most established addresses, and its mature specimen trees are part of what a property is worth. We bring the careful, arborist-grade standard an estate landscape deserves.
- Local, familiar crews who know Short Hills’s trees and Essex County soil, slopes and setbacks
- ISA Certified Arborists on the job — real tree science, not just a chainsaw and a truck
- Fully licensed, TCIA-accredited and insured for every Short Hills job
- Honest, competitive quotes from owner Dave Lombardi — no upselling, no surprises
- Meticulous, spotless cleanup: every branch chipped, every bed raked before we leave
- Commercial grinders that go 6–12″ below grade and fit through a standard gate
Simple, transparent and clean, every time
The same four-step process behind four decades of five-star reviews in Short Hills.
Free On-Site Quote
We measure the stump, check access and locate utilities on your Short Hills property, then give a clear price.
Utility & Yard Prep
We mark the work area and protect nearby turf, beds and hardscape before the grinder moves in.
Grind Below Grade
Our grinder reduces the stump and major surface roots to chips, 6–12 inches below the surface.
Backfill & Cleanup
We backfill with grindings or fresh topsoil, rake the area smooth and haul off whatever you don’t want.
What stump grinding Short Hills NJ costs
Stump pricing in Short Hills comes down to the stump’s diameter measured across the widest point, how many stumps you have, whether you also want the tripping surface roots chased out, the access to the stump, and whether we leave the grindings, backfill with topsoil or haul it all away. Because T&D owns its trucks, chipper and grinders rather than renting, and because we have run Essex County crews for 40 years, our pricing stays honest and competitive. The only way to get an exact number is a free on-site visit, and there is never any obligation.
T&D provides stump grinding throughout Short Hills and the surrounding Essex County communities — including neighbouring West Orange, South Orange and Millburn. Explore our full stump grinding service, this town’s general tree service in Short Hills page, or the whole Essex County service area.
What Essex & Morris County says about T&D Tree
This service is THE BEST! A huge tree came down on my shed and they came out same-day. The crew worked hard to save the shed and removed the heavy limbs very carefully. Cleaned up nicely — excellent service.
I have been using T&D for years. There is no reason to use anyone else. They are reliable, competent and fairly priced. Thank you Dave.
Best tree services in Essex and Morris counties. Dave came for a prompt estimate, pulled the permit quickly, and his crew did a great job above our expectations — covered the siding and pathway to avoid damage.
I’ve used T&D multiple times and they never disappoint. Professional, friendly, efficient. They leave the area spotless — it’s clear they take pride in their work. Highly recommend!
T&D was wonderful — always on time, always when promised. David showed a vast knowledge of local trees, his team used a crane and wore safety equipment, and they cleaned up completely.
They do exceptional work at extremely reasonable prices. Dave was an absolute pleasure to work with. The tree was a monster and came down seamlessly — they truly go above and beyond.
Dave arrived on time with a reasonable quote, and the crew showed up the very morning he promised. Courteous, efficient and professional — they protected our property and cleaned up well.
Massive 50-ft tree removed at the last minute, leaving no trace on my neighbor’s yard. Amazing work for just 3 guys. Fair pricing and easy to work with.
Responsive, dependable, and his team is neat and very careful. I’ve used T&D in the past and would not do business with any other tree company in Livingston.
Very reasonable pricing. Great service. Crew arrived at the time promised. Yard was left spotless.
Stump Grinding in Short Hills: common questions
Grinding chips the stump 6–12 inches below grade and leaves the roots to decompose — fast, affordable and easy on the lawn. Full removal excavates the whole root ball. We do both across Short Hills and recommend the right one for your goals.
It depends mainly on the stump’s diameter and how many you have, plus access. Because we own our grinders and have delivered stump grinding short hills nj for 40 years, our pricing is fair — and we often quote it right along with a removal. Get a price with a free estimate.
Yes. Because we grind well below grade and can backfill with topsoil, the area is ready for seed, sod or new plantings. Planning a new tree in the same spot? We’ll grind deeper.
Whatever you prefer. The grindings make nutrient-rich mulch, so many customers have us leave them or spread them in beds; otherwise we backfill with topsoil and haul the grindings away.
Always — we measure the stump on your Short Hills property and provide a clear written quote at no cost and no obligation.
Need stump grinding in Short Hills?
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