One of our favorite jobs—and one people ask about a lot—is grinding down stumps. It’s kind of neat how it works, so let us walk you through it! After we’ve taken down a tree, you’re often left with a stump poking up from the dirt. It might look small, but those things can be tough, with roots digging deep underground. Leaving it there isn’t great—it can trip someone, mess up your lawnmower, or even start sprouting new shoots if it’s not dealt with. That’s where our stump grinder comes in. It’s a special machine we use, kind of like a big, rumbling tool with a spinning wheel covered in sharp teeth. First, we clear the area around the stump—moving rocks, dirt, or grass out of the way so we’ve got a clean shot at it. Safety’s a big deal, so we make sure no one’s too close while we work.
Once everything’s set, we fire up the grinder and get started. We position it over the stump and lower the spinning wheel onto the wood. Those teeth dig in, chewing up the stump bit by bit. It’s loud and a little messy, with wood chips flying everywhere, but we’ve got it under control. We move the grinder back and forth, working across the top of the stump until it’s level with the ground. Then we keep going, pushing deeper to break up the wood below the surface—usually down about six inches or more, depending on what you need. The roots are tricky, but we grind through the big ones close to the stump too, so they don’t cause problems later. By the end, what’s left is a pile of soft, woody bits mixed with dirt. We scoop up most of the mess—those chips can even be used as mulch if you want—and smooth out the spot so it blends right into your yard. When we’re done, you’d hardly know a stump was ever there!
Why do we bother with all this? Trees are amazing, but they need a little help sometimes. Overgrown branches can fall and break stuff, sick trees can spread trouble to other plants, and stumps can just be a pain. We’re here to stop that. We make yards safe for kids to play in, pets to roam, and folks to relax without stressing about what the trees might do next. A well-cared-for yard isn’t just safer—it’s prettier too. Think of a sunny afternoon with friends, sitting under a healthy tree with no worries. That’s what we aim for every time we head out.
Who do we help? Anyone with trees! If you’ve got a little place with a couple of trees out back, we’ll swing by and fix them up. Maybe a branch is scraping your roof—we’ll trim it. If you’ve got a store or an office with trees out front, we’ll make them look sharp so people notice your place for the right reasons. Schools call us too, needing safe spots for kids to run around without tripping over roots or ducking branches. Whether it’s one tree or a whole bunch, we’re ready. We love the small jobs just as much as the big ones—every tree matters to us.
What makes us special? We think it’s how much we care and how good we’ve gotten at this. We’ve been doing it for years—over 20, to be exact! That’s a lot of trees we’ve trimmed, removed, and ground down. We don’t just do the work and leave—we clean up after ourselves, picking up every twig and leaf. We try to be kind to the planet too, turning scraps into mulch instead of trash. Safety’s huge for us—we double-check everything so no one gets hurt. Our team’s a happy crew who like chatting with you, hearing what you want, and making it happen. People trust us because we put our heart into it.
What’s next? We want to keep being the best at what we do and help more folks around Rotherham. Trees are all over, so we’re always finding easy ways to care for them. We’ll keep things green by reusing what we can and treating nature right. Our dream is for every tree we touch to grow big and healthy, making yards fun and the air clean. We want people to look out their windows and feel good about what they see. More happy yards—that’s what we’re after.
If your trees need us, we’re always ready to talk trees! We’ve been at this a long time, and we’re here to stay, bringing care and skill to every job.
Rotherham Tree Services
Reresby House
Rotherham
S60 1BY
Phone: 01709 432122