Greg the Stump Guy badge Greg the
Stump Guy
612-913-9610

Stump grinding · Southwest Metro Area

Any stump.
Any yard.Same careful standard.

Stump grinding with full cleanup, a confirmed arrival time, and photos when the job is finished. Send a photo for a same-day quote.

5.0 on Thumbtack · Top Pro 5.0 on Google Fully insured
Before and after: two stumps by a wooden deck, then the same spot ground flat and cleaned up
Same spot, same angle. Stumps gone, ground cleaned up.

Why neighbors call Greg

Careful with your yard.
Reliable with your time.

Reliable

Quick replies, a same-day quote from your photo, and a confirmed arrival time. I show up when I say I will.

Responsible

I protect your lawn, contain the chips behind a wooden backdrop, clean up completely, and send photos when I'm done.

Caring

One easy stump in the open or a tight fence corner, every job gets the same standard. Haul-away available.

How it works

Four steps. No runaround.

  1. 01

    Send a photo

    Use the form below or text a picture of the stump to 612-913-9610.

  2. 02

    Get a same-day quote

    I look at the photo and send you a price, usually within a few hours.

  3. 03

    Confirm a time

    We pick a day, and I confirm my arrival time before I head out.

  4. 04

    Ground, cleaned, photographed

    I grind, clean up, and send photos of the finished job.

Recent work

Stumps gone. Yard untouched.

Tight spots welcome

Hard-to-reach stumps behind fences, along foundations, or in planting beds? Send a photo and I'll tell you what's possible.

Finished jobs get photos sent to you, so you can see the result even if you're not home.

Send me a photo
Before and after of a backyard stump job
Two stumps beside a deck, ground and cleaned up.
A stump in a mulch bed beside a house and stone edging
A stump tucked into a mulch bed right against the house.

What customers say

Every review is five stars.

5.0
Thumbtack · 16 reviews · Top Pro
5.0
Google reviews

“Greg was able to get his machine into the area and grind the 2 large stumps in a very difficult area… It is a tight area where 3 corners of a fence converge… Everyone I have called hasn't even tried.”

Joel B. · Thumbtack

“He kept me in the loop, and arrived exactly at ETA. He was careful not to damage our property with the large machine, and used a large wooden backdrop to contain the debris… He worked quickly, but carefully.”

Thumbtack customer · June 2026

“I initially inquired on a holiday weekend and he responded same day!… I was out of town for the first project and due to his integrity booked him a second time! He offered a time he would arrive, pictures to check the work before leaving the site.”

Aliya S. · Google

“Greg did a great job grinding 4 stumps from our property. He contained the wood chips and cleaned up everything afterwards.”

Thumbtack customer · August 2026

“Greg was great from start to finish! Job was clean and efficient. No questions, hire this guy.”

Ryan T. · Thumbtack

“He was very careful with our lawn and property.”

Thumbtack customer · June 2026

“Great with communication and quick on the job.”

Heather B. · Google
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Free quote

Send a photo. Get a price today.

A photo gets you a faster, exact quote. Rather text? Send it straight to my phone.

Call or text a photo to Greg

612-913-9610
  • Same-day quote, usually within a few hours
  • Confirmed arrival time before I come
  • Full cleanup and photos of the finished job
  • Fully insured
How many stumps?
Photos of the stump (optional, up to 5)

I'll reply the same day. No spam, ever.

Service area

Southwest Metro

  • Carver
  • Chaska
  • Chanhassen
  • Victoria
  • Waconia
  • Cologne
  • Shakopee
  • Eden Prairie
  • Minnetonka
  • Excelsior

Nearby but not listed? Send a photo and ask.

Questions

Before you call

What affects the price?

The size and number of stumps, how easy they are to reach, and whether you want the chips hauled away. A clear photo lets me give you an exact price, and quotes are always free.

Can you reach a stump behind a fence or in a tight corner?

Often, yes. I've ground stumps where three fence corners meet after other companies wouldn't try. Tell me the gate width and send a photo, and I'll tell you what's possible.

What happens to the chips?

I contain them while I work and clean up the area when I'm done. You can keep them for mulch or fill, or I can haul them away.

How deep do you grind?

I grind 6 to 10 inches below the surface, deep enough to put grass or plantings over the spot. If you have other plans for it, like a new tree or a patio, tell me and we'll talk through it.

Do I need to call 811 first?

No, I'll take care of it. I call Gopher State One Call (811) to have buried utility lines marked before I grind. Let me know about sprinklers or pet fence wire, since 811 doesn't mark those.

Can you finish the spot with topsoil and seed?

Yes, topsoil and seed are available if you'd like the spot finished.

Call or text a photo to Greg

Ready when you are.

612-913-9610

Careful with your yard. Reliable with your time.