Franklin Tree Specialists provides professional stump grinding and stump removal in Herkimer, NY and nearby Mohawk Valley towns. After a tree comes down, the stump can create tripping hazards, invite pests, and make mowing a pain. Our fully insured local crew uses modern grinders and low-impact techniques to eliminate stumps quickly and safely—so you can replant, reseed, or build without obstacles. We start with a free onsite assessment to determine stump size, species, root spread, utilities, and access. Then we set protective mats where needed, grind the stump below grade, and tailor cleanup to your preference—from leaving chips neatly raked to complete chip haul-away with topsoil and seed. For stumps located near fences, patios, sidewalks, or septic components, we use precise grinding methods to protect surrounding features. If a stump is entwined in surface roots or sits in a tight backyard, our compact equipment and careful approach prevent ruts and turf damage.

Stump Grinding & Removal 

• Stump Grinding

• Stump removal 

• Root chasing & surface root grinding

• Deep grind for replanting & reseeding

• Chip removal chip haul-away

• Backfill with topsoil & seed

• Tight-access backyard stump grinding

• Sidewalk, driveway & patio-adjacent stumps

• Fence line and flower bed stump grinding

• Large diameter stump grinding

• Multiple stumps or whole-yard stump grinding

• Old, decayed, or hardened stumps

• Fresh post-removal stump grinding

• Commercial stump removal (parks, HOAs, campuses)

• Residential stump removal (homes, cottages, farms)

• Storm-damaged stump cleanup

• Oak, maple, pine, hemlock, and hardwood stumps

Choose from straightforward grinding or full stump removal when you need the entire root ball excavated for footings, hardscapes, or new plantings. We also offer root chasing to reduce future sucker growth, and we can mark private utilities before work begins. When the job’s done, you’ll receive a clean, level area ready for grass, garden beds, or hardscape installation. Franklin Tree Specialists proudly serves homeowners, farms, and businesses across Herkimer, Ilion, Mohawk, Little Falls, Frankfort, Utica, New Hartford, Rome, Whitesboro, and surrounding communities within roughly a 40-mile radius. If you’re ready to reclaim your yard and remove trip hazards for good, request a free onsite estimate today or call (315) 717-7317 to schedule.