Tree Stump Grinding

D&R Landscape & Land Services provides residential and commercial tree stump grinding, stump removal, root grinding, and stump chipping throughout St. Lucie County, Osceola County, Okeechobee County, Martin County, Indian River County, and the surrounding Treasure Coast and Central Florida communities.

Call (772) 279-6620 for a free on-site estimate. We grind stumps below grade so you can mow, landscape, plant, or build without the trip hazard, pest problem, or leftover eyesore.

Stump Grinding Services for Homes and Businesses

A tree removal is not finished until the stump is gone. In Florida’s heat and humidity, leftover stumps become termite food, trip hazards, mower wreckers, and a magnet for ants, fungus, and new sucker growth. D&R Landscape & Land Services specializes in clean, below-grade grinding for both homeowners and commercial property managers.

Residential Tree Stump Grinding
We grind backyard stumps, storm-damaged trees, old citrus and oak stumps, and leftover roots after a landscape renovation. Whether you have one stump in Port St. Lucie or a cluster after a yard cleanup in Stuart or Vero Beach, we leave the area level and ready for sod, mulch, or new plantings.

Commercial Stump Grinding
HOAs, apartment communities, retail centers, farms, groves, churches, and job sites across St. Lucie, Martin, Indian River, Okeechobee, and Osceola Counties call us when they need multiple stumps cleared on a schedule. We work around tenants, parking lots, irrigation, and tight access so the property stays usable.

Stump Removal
Most jobs are handled with professional grinding, which is faster, cleaner, and less disruptive than digging an entire root ball. When a site needs the stump and major surface roots out of the way for construction, hardscape, or a new tree in the same footprint, we plan the removal method around your next use of the land.

Root Grinding
Surface roots that lift sidewalks, trip people, or wreck mower decks get ground along with the stump. We typically grind 6 to 12 inches below grade and outward past the flare so the lawn can be restored without a hard lump coming back through the grass.

Stump Chipping
The grinding process turns the stump into wood chips. Many customers in Port St. Lucie, Fort Pierce, and Kissimmee keep the chips as free mulch for beds and tree rings. If you want the chips hauled, we can discuss that when we price the job.

Why Stump Grinding Matters in Florida

Florida is not a climate where you can wait for the stump to rot. Warm soil, year-round moisture, and aggressive pests make an old stump a liability within a season.

• Termites and wood-destroying insects use decaying stumps as a food source and staging area near homes, sheds, and fences.
• Trip hazards and mower damage are common when grass grows over a low stump or surface roots.
• Many Florida species send up suckers from an untreated stump, creating a new thicket instead of an open yard.
• Fungal issues and root rot can linger in old wood and threaten nearby healthy trees.
• Curb appeal and resale suffer when buyers or inspectors see unfinished tree work.
• New sod, pavers, pools, sheds, and plantings cannot go in until the stump is ground below grade.

Grinding the stump and surface roots removes the food source, the hazard, and the visual problem in one visit.

What to Expect on a D&R Stump Grinding Job

• Free estimate. Call (772) 279-6620. We confirm access, stump size, species when known, and whether chips stay or go.
• Site protection. We watch for irrigation heads, buried lines you mark, fences, and nearby plantings.
• Below-grade grind. The stump and flare are reduced well below the soil line so the spot can be filled and finished.
• Surface root work. Visible roots that would keep causing problems are ground with the stump.
• Cleanup. Chips can be left as mulch or handled per the estimate. The work area is left ready for you to rake, fill, and sod if desired.
• Residential and commercial scheduling. We serve single-family yards and multi-stump commercial sites across all five counties.

Service Area: St. Lucie County, Osceola County, Okeechobee County, Martin County, Indian River County and Surrounding Area

D&R Landscape & Land Services is based on the Treasure Coast and regularly travels for stump grinding jobs throughout these counties and nearby communities.

St. Lucie County, FL
Port St. Lucie, Fort Pierce, St. Lucie Village, St. Lucie West, Tradition, White City, Lakewood Park, Indian River Estates, River Park, Hutchinson Island, and unincorporated St. Lucie County.

Martin County, FL
Stuart, Jensen Beach, Palm City, Hobe Sound, Indiantown, Sewall’s Point, Ocean Breeze, and surrounding Martin County neighborhoods.

Indian River County, FL
Vero Beach, Sebastian, Fellsmere, Indian River Shores, Orchid, and nearby Indian River County communities.

Okeechobee County, FL
Okeechobee and surrounding rural and residential properties around Lake Okeechobee.

Osceola County, FL
Kissimmee, St. Cloud, Celebration, Poinciana, and surrounding Osceola County properties.

If your property sits just outside these counties on the Treasure Coast or inland toward Central Florida, call (772) 279-6620. We regularly work surrounding areas and will tell you straight whether we can get to your site.

Why Property Owners Choose D&R Landscape & Land Services

• Local crew that already works St. Lucie, Martin, Indian River, Okeechobee, and Osceola Counties on land and landscape jobs.
• Residential and commercial capability — one stump or a full site.
• Focus on grinding below grade so the lawn or job site can be finished.
• Straightforward pricing and free estimates at (772) 279-6620.
• Same company that handles related land services when a property also needs clearing or site work.

Customer Reviews

Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie County
“We had three oak stumps left after a storm cleanup and they were wrecking the mower. D&R ground them all below the grass line in one morning. Chips were left for mulch like we asked. Easy to schedule and the price matched the estimate. Call them.” — Homeowner, Port St. Lucie

Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County
“Commercial lot behind our building had old citrus and pine stumps from a prior owner. D&R Landscape & Land Services ground every stump so we could regrade and park equipment. Crew showed up on time and did not tear up the drive. Will use them again.” — Property manager, Fort Pierce

Stuart, Martin County
“Stump in the side yard was a trip hazard for the kids and we were worried about pests. They ground it and the surface roots. Yard looks finished now. Professional and polite. (772) 279-6620 if you need stump grinding in Stuart.” — Homeowner, Stuart

Jensen Beach, Martin County
“Needed a large palm and hardwood stump gone before we put in new sod. D&R handled both. Clean work and they answered questions about how deep they grind. Recommend for Jensen Beach and Palm City.” — Homeowner, Jensen Beach

Vero Beach, Indian River County
“Called D&R for stump grinding after tree removal on our Vero Beach property. They ground the stump and nearby roots so we could plant a new tree a few feet over. Fair price and no mess left in the beds.” — Homeowner, Vero Beach

Sebastian, Indian River County
“Two stumps on a rental we manage in Sebastian. Fast estimate, fast grind, tenants were happy the yard was safe to mow again. Good communication.” — Landlord, Sebastian

Okeechobee, Okeechobee County
“Rural property with several old stumps along a fence line. D&R came out, ground them, and left the chips where we wanted. They know how to work larger lots, not just small yards.” — Property owner, Okeechobee

Kissimmee / St. Cloud, Osceola County
“We needed stump grinding on a commercial parcel near Kissimmee before site work. D&R Landscape & Land Services coordinated the visit and cleared the stumps so grading could start. Professional from estimate to finish.” — Site contact, Osceola County

Tradition / St. Lucie West
“HOA common area had leftover stumps after tree work. D&R ground them without tearing up the irrigation we marked. Residents noticed the difference immediately. Reliable local company.” — Association board member, St. Lucie West

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep do you grind a stump?
Most residential and commercial jobs are ground 6 to 12 inches below grade, plus surface roots that would stay in the way of mowing or landscaping. If you plan to plant in the exact same spot or pour concrete, tell us when you call so we can plan the depth.

Do you haul the wood chips?
Chips can stay as mulch or be handled as part of the job. Many homeowners in Port St. Lucie, Stuart, and Vero Beach keep them. Ask when you request the estimate.

Can you grind stumps close to a fence, driveway, or house?
Yes, with the right access and care. We look at clearance during the estimate. Mark irrigation and any known utilities before we arrive.

Is stump grinding the same as stump removal?
Grinding reduces the stump and flare to chips below the soil line. Full digging of the entire root system is a different scope and is only needed for certain construction or planting situations. Most Florida yards only need professional grinding.

Do you serve both homes and businesses?
Yes. Residential yards, HOAs, farms, groves, commercial lots, and construction sites in St. Lucie County, Osceola County, Okeechobee County, Martin County, Indian River County, and surrounding areas.

How do I get a price?
Call (772) 279-6620. Have the city, number of stumps, approximate diameter, and access notes ready. We provide a free estimate.

Call D&R Landscape & Land Services for Stump Grinding

Stop living with leftover stumps that attract pests, ruin mowers, and make a property look unfinished. D&R Landscape & Land Services provides professional tree stump grinding, stump removal, root grinding, and stump chipping for residential and commercial customers across St. Lucie County, Osceola County, Okeechobee County, Martin County, Indian River County, and the surrounding area.

Free estimates. Call (772) 279-6620 today.

D&R Landscape & Land Services — Tree Stump Grinding • Stump Removal • Root Grinding • Stump Chipping — Port St. Lucie, Fort Pierce, Stuart, Jensen Beach, Vero Beach, Sebastian, Okeechobee, Kissimmee, St. Cloud, and surrounding Florida communities.