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Stump Hero, LLC.

"Any Stump Big Or Small, We Grind Them All!"

About Us

Stump Hero, LLC, located in Braidwood, IL, has been a trusted name in stump removal since 2015. As a family-owned and operated small business, we proudly serve a wide range of communities including Frankfort, Coal City, and beyond. Our services extend from standard stump grinding to chip haul away, and full grading with dirt backfill. Need a stump removed? Text us for a quick E-Quote and experience prompt and professional service.

We look forward to earning your business, reach out today for your free quote!

Areas Served

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Locally-owned, Family-owned Small Business

Our Services include:

Tree Stump Removal
Grading
Backfill with Pulverized Dirt
Affordable Grind’n Go Services
Haul Away Service
Full-Service Options Provided
Reseeding Options
Brush Hogging
Bush Hogging

Testimonials

On 5/15/2025 John Schaeffer had this to say:
Without doubt no other company can do a better job than this company and if you got a great price from a different company to do a job I can guarantee you that this company will beat absolutely any other company’s prices. A giant thank you. And I surely will be calling again if anyone I know needs your outstanding service.

On 5/15/2025 Karen Richards had this to say:
Alex who runs Stump Hero does an amazing job. He is honest & he explains everything he is going to do. He does not push any work to you that you don’t need. Alex is very fair with his pricing. I recommend Stump Hero for your next project Hands Down 👍🥇

On 5/12/2025 William Law had this to say:
This is the company you want to come in and remove your stumps! Professional, courteous, reasonably priced, and they are all about doing the job right! Highly recommend, and so very happy I now "know a guy"!

On 5/8/2025 Jack Jacobsen had this to say:
We have used Stump Hero twice now and have been completely satisfied both times. Very professional, kept us updated on scheduling, called Julie to mark any underground cabling or piping. Happy to recommend them to anyone needing their service.

On 5/3/2025 Pamela Wymore had this to say:
Stump Hero, Alex Frandsen, does an excellent job. He is professional, Along with Being-polite and shows True kindness, to help us get the job done well!! We recommend him highly!

Contact Us

Stump Hero, LLC.
Braidwood, IL 60408
Phone: (815) 416-9115
Email: treeheroservices@gmail.com

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Cash, Personal Checks, Zelle

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: By Appointment Only By appointment only
Tuesday: By Appointment Only By appointment only
Wednesday: By Appointment Only By appointment only
Thursday: By Appointment Only By appointment only
Friday: By Appointment Only By appointment only
Saturday: By Appointment Only By appointment only
Sunday: By Appointment Only By appointment only

News

Need to get that unsightly stump removed from your yard? Call now to schedule your appointment and get your yard looking beautiful again! Slots are filling up fast, so don't wait - call today! 🌳

FAQ

What is the difference between "Stump Grinding" and "Stump Removal?"

These are two different phrases often used to describe the same thing. Most often, a stump is removed by Stump Grinding, which is using a specialized machine to grind away the stump to a specified depth.

How deep do I need to have the stump ground?

This really depends on what you would like to do with the area, but typically for most uses, 6-8" below ground is what we recommend if replanting grass. When we are grinding for a tree replant we use a specialty setup to grind to the required depth for the root ball, additional excavation, and certain care after the new tree is planted. We only recommend doing this if the tree must be planted in the exact same spot because of the additional cost, but are happy to provide this service.

How far around the stump should we grind?

Typically, we grind the actual stump and the immediate "root flare" around the stump. We find that this offers the best end result possible. However, sometimes a tree may have surface roots, and we can quote to have those ground as well. Sometimes, with an invasive or sprouting stump, it's preferred to "carpet grind" the whole area, which we sometimes do for folks for an additional charge.

Is there a mess after stump grinding?

There can be! Removing a stump should be considered a fairly major excavation activity, and although our equipment is designed to be low impact, grinding the stump still takes a lot of force, and as such you can expect some chips to be thrown. Often times, if the stump is any larger than 8-12", you can expect a large chip pile next to the hole where your stump once was. If you'd like, upgrade to our chip haulaway service for a modest charge, and that pile of chips will leave with us!

What if I wanted it to look like the stump was never there?

Absolutely! With our "Cadillac" service, we will grind your stump, haul the debris away, haul in black dirt, and level the area out with our equipment, making it as if the stump was never there! Depending on the time of year, if available, we will throw in grass seed for free!