Stump Grinding

Stump Grinding in Maidstone and Sittingbourne
When removing a tree, a portion of the trunk remains in the ground – a tree stump. These can be unsightly, get in the way and have the potential to spread disease. For these reasons, our tree surgeons recommend removing tree stumps. If you are in Maidstone, Sittingbourne, or the surrounding areas, we can help you with this. Our specialist stump grinding service is the quick, safe, and easy way to completely remove tree stumps of every size.
Stump Grinding
When is the Best Time for Stump Removal?
The best time to deal with tree stumps is right after felling the tree. This is because, if left, the roots can form new growths called suckers, which will turn into another tree, or trees. Furthermore, dead stumps can host diseases, such as honey fungus, which easily spread to other plants.
Maidstone Tree Surgeons can provide tree felling and stump grinding services simultaneously to prevent such issues. However, we are also happy to help if you have a dead stump on your property which has been there for some time. Whether you are making way for a patio or other garden feature or are simply fed up with trying to mow around a stump, we can clear the space to suit your needs.
Stump Treatment and Grinding
We can either perform stump removals or treat them to prevent regrowth. With the former, our team provides a full removal service, which includes clearing waste and making the ground good afterwards. Tight access is not a problem, and we can clear tree stumps and roots from all corners of your garden or other outdoor spaces in the Maidstone and Sittingbourne areas.
Tree Stump Grinding
The most effective way to remove a tree stump is with a purpose-built machine called a stump grinder. A rotating cutting disc shreds the wood and roots entirely, with a 0% chance of regrowth. This is an environmentally friendly solution because we can use the resulting sawdust and chippings to fill the hole. We will advise if tree stump grinding is a suitable option, depending on your plans for the space.
Stump Treatment
Another option is to treat/poison the tree stump to stop new growth. Note that this will not rot out the stump completely. At Maidstone Tree Surgeons Ltd, we use Ecoplugs to neutralise regrowth. This effective method is safe for animals and the environment, and we recommend it for smaller trees and shrubs.
Additional Services
To ensure the rest of your landscape remains in top condition, we offer a further range of services, including: Hedge Maintenance Tree Work Pruning Pollarding Preventative Tree Maintenance

Get in touch today
Use our quick and easy request form to book a quote! Alternatively, please give us a call on the phone number below. (Please be aware that we can’t answer the phone whilst in a tree but leave a message and we’ll get back to you).
- office@maidstonetreesurgeons.co.uk
- 01622 925926
- 07375 455138
- Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3JN
EXCELLENT Based on 96 reviews Robert Wright2025-08-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are very pleased with Maidstone Tree Surgeons and enthusiastically recommend Connor and his team. I contacted them on a recommendation and was pleased with their attentive responses by email and phone - he came for a site visit the next day. I was concerned about a number of different trees and was impressed with his knowledge and frankness: not to tackle some trees now, to adopt a more tailored approach to others, and to reduce a problematic sycamore that was not on my list. I booked Connor and his team for two days and they worked flat out, doing more than I had anticipated: felling, reducing, and chopping up logs. At all times he checked my priorities and that I was happy with progress (as there was more than could be done in the two days). We were very impressed with their professionalism, communication and customer care - and are pleased to recommend them. We look forward to them returning for further work in future! Linda Barnett2025-06-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very happy with the service from Maidstone Tree Surgeons. They were very tidy and professional and did a really good job at topping my trees. 100% would recommend Sarah Eliza2025-06-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Massive thanks to Connor from MTS who came out today (on a Sunday no less!) to rescue our daft ginger cat who got stuck 30-40ft up a tree for nearly 24 hours. Will be eternally grateful for getting him home to us, and although I hope he never does it again, I know who to call if he does! Scott Bittlestone2025-05-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Connor and his colleague came out today to cut back our eucalyptus tree which covers our drive and our neighbours gardens. They've come out, given the tree a really good cut back which has really made such a difference. We really didn't know anything about tree surgery and it's been hassle free and easy. We genuinely can't recommend them enough, really professional, great clean up and top service! Thank you again! The Wedding Dolls2025-04-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service from enquiry through to completing the job. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend, these guys are great!! Paul Paulding2025-03-31Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Connor and his team did an excellent and professional job clearing a 2 acre site, very pleased, did a great job tidying up afterwards too, would highly recommend. Anna Luiza Vasconcelos2025-03-31Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The tree surgeons came today to our building garden and did an absolutely fantastic job. Somehow they were really quiet, kept everything tidy at all times and they were very respectful of the residents and properties, on top of being extremely friendly! Couldn't be happier with the service provided and wish them all the success! Felicity Randolph2025-03-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Maidstone Tree Surgeons have gone above and beyond to make the trees in my garden safe. Connor is highly skilled and knowledgeable, whilst also being unbelievably nice to deal with. I cannot recommend them more highly! Louisa Smith2025-02-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Connor and his team are extremely professional and I highly recommend MTS. Matthew Pryor2025-01-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service by the guys 4m high leylandi hedge topped plus large natural hedge massively overhanging cut back revealing lots of lost space. Friendly, prompt service with all cuttings chipped and removed. Happy with the price especially given the time, expertise and effort put in. Will use again.