| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | $120 to $400 first stump; $30 to $60 each extra |
| Time | About 30 minutes to 2 hours per stump |
| Who's qualified | Independent pro; ask for proof of licence and insurance |
Meridianville, AL: what's different here
Meridianville is in Madison County and had 8,209 residents in the 2020 Census, up from 6,021 in 2010. About 94% of homes are owner-occupied, so most stump jobs happen on private residential lots. The area gets about 55 inches of rain a year, so soil is often moist. Meridianville is about 9 miles and roughly 12 minutes by car from Huntsville via US-231 N and US-431 N.
What affects the price of stump grinding?
Stump size and site access are the main price drivers. Stumps near fences, driveways, or buried utilities can cost more because labor and access get harder. Extra-large stumps can run $300 to $800 each.
How do pros usually price stump grinding?
Some pros charge a flat job price, while others charge $2 to $6 per inch of stump diameter or $100 to $200 per hour. Many apply a minimum fee of $80 to $160 to come out. Ask which method your quote uses.
Do I need to call before grinding a stump?
Alabama's One Call law requires utility locates before digging or ground disturbance. Request a locate through Alabama 811 before grinding near irrigation, buried lines, or utilities. Wood chips are typically left on site as mulch or hauled away, depending on the pro.
What to do next
- Ask each pro for proof of licence and insurance before booking.
- Request a quote that lists the price per stump, any minimum fee, and whether chips are removed.
- Call Alabama 811 for a utility locate if the stump is near irrigation, lines, or buried utilities.
- Ask whether the quote includes permits, since contractors often handle them when required.
- Call (256) 578-4701 or email [email protected] for a free quote from an independent, insured stump grinding pro.
HSV Stump Guy is a free referral service: an independent contractor does the work and may pay us a referral fee. You never pay us anything.




