Specific equipment is needed to grind a stump down and or remove it. The process can be dangerous, particularly if the person doing the worked is not adequately trained.

Stump grinding, on the other hand, is a process via which special machinery is used to grind the stump down until it is below ground level. Then, the area is filled with mulch or dirt. This process is simpler, which means it's often shorter and more cost-effective for homeowners.

Several factors contribute to the costs associated with tree stump grinding. Larger stumps require heavier and more complex equipment for successful grinding.