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Otis Lee Stump Grinding, LLC

645 Eskie Dixon Rd
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Otis Lee Stump Grinding, LLC

645 Eskie Dixon Rd
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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our locally owned business provides customized tree trimming and removal services. We prioritize detailed workmanship, quality results, respect for property, and fostering lasting customer relationships.

Our locally owned business provides customized tree trimming and removal services. We prioritize detailed workmanship, quality results, respect for property, and fostering lasting customer relationships.

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M&L Tree Service

125 Cannon Rd.
4.87(
52
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M&L Tree Service

125 Cannon Rd.
4.87(
52
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
53 local quotes requested

Additional Phone: 803-673-3220. Honest, reliable, local tree company with great equipment and skilled employees.

"Robert and his team arrived promptly at 8:00am, worked all day till 7:00pm. They left our yard cleaned of all debris and stacked the wood for us to be used later as firewood. Excellent work, very reasonable cost, and professional. M&L will be our go-to service for future tree trimming and removal projects. We recommend them very highly."

Ann B on March 2019

Additional Phone: 803-673-3220. Honest, reliable, local tree company with great equipment and skilled employees.

"Robert and his team arrived promptly at 8:00am, worked all day till 7:00pm. They left our yard cleaned of all debris and stacked the wood for us to be used later as firewood. Excellent work, very reasonable cost, and professional. M&L will be our go-to service for future tree trimming and removal projects. We recommend them very highly."

Ann B on March 2019

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Ready Set Mow Outdoor Services LLC

10120 Two Notch Rd Suite 2
5.00(
2
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Ready Set Mow Outdoor Services LLC

10120 Two Notch Rd Suite 2
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"we are very pleased with him. He is fantastic. There are no issues, it is seamless and If we have a last minute request... it is completed."

Grayson W on April 2020

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"we are very pleased with him. He is fantastic. There are no issues, it is seamless and If we have a last minute request... it is completed."

Grayson W on April 2020

Tri-County Land Solutions

305 Hollywood Road
5.00(
9
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Tri-County Land Solutions

305 Hollywood Road
5.00(
9
)
•Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Excellent to work with. Professional crew. Had all of the necessary equipment to take down two very large oak trees. Arrive when they said they would. I will use them again for other tree work. Most reasonable and knowledgeable when we discussed what needed to be done. I felt they were the best of the other quote that I received after talking to Brandon Wiles. "

David M on October 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Excellent to work with. Professional crew. Had all of the necessary equipment to take down two very large oak trees. Arrive when they said they would. I will use them again for other tree work. Most reasonable and knowledgeable when we discussed what needed to be done. I felt they were the best of the other quote that I received after talking to Brandon Wiles. "

David M on October 2025

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McMillian's Tree Service

6 Caddice Creek Court
5.00(
3
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McMillian's Tree Service

6 Caddice Creek Court
5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro
54 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"He did a good job and was very professional with the job. "

Emma M on August 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"He did a good job and was very professional with the job. "

Emma M on August 2025

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All Good Lawn & Tree Service LLC

112 Warden Way
4.59(
104
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All Good Lawn & Tree Service LLC

112 Warden Way
4.59(
104
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
68 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

All Good Lawn & Tree Services LLC is your one-stop shop for landscaping. We offer tree removal, stump removal, tree trimming, flower removal, flower planting, lawn maintenance, leveling - any product or service necessary for a beautiful, well-maintained lawn. Satisfaction guaranteed; call today. Self owner and operator staffed company with ten years of business operating and 20 years of skills in lawn services. Available for sub-contracting. Additional Phone number - (803 237-7760)

"John and his team were excellent. They communicated well before, and during the project as it progressed."

Matthew M on February 2025

All Good Lawn & Tree Services LLC is your one-stop shop for landscaping. We offer tree removal, stump removal, tree trimming, flower removal, flower planting, lawn maintenance, leveling - any product or service necessary for a beautiful, well-maintained lawn. Satisfaction guaranteed; call today. Self owner and operator staffed company with ten years of business operating and 20 years of skills in lawn services. Available for sub-contracting. Additional Phone number - (803 237-7760)

"John and his team were excellent. They communicated well before, and during the project as it progressed."

Matthew M on February 2025

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J&M Tree and Landscaping LLC

29085 Saint Just Dr
5.00(
12
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J&M Tree and Landscaping LLC

29085 Saint Just Dr
5.00(
12
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
142 local quotes requested

J&M has over 10 years of experience with trees services. Give us a call for a free estimate!

"There are not enough superlatives to describe the service we received. Professional, reasonable, fast, timely, quality - just excellent. They weeded/mulched a hilly area & added a lot of block edging to our gardens. They quality if the work is excellent & when they left the area was a clean as it could be. I canker recommend them enough. We have a tree that needs trimming - I know who I'm going to call."

Erik S on April 2020

J&M has over 10 years of experience with trees services. Give us a call for a free estimate!

"There are not enough superlatives to describe the service we received. Professional, reasonable, fast, timely, quality - just excellent. They weeded/mulched a hilly area & added a lot of block edging to our gardens. They quality if the work is excellent & when they left the area was a clean as it could be. I canker recommend them enough. We have a tree that needs trimming - I know who I'm going to call."

Erik S on April 2020

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Paramount Tree Service

6 Yearling Court
5.00(
7
)
•Approved Pro

Paramount Tree Service

6 Yearling Court
5.00(
7
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 local quotes requested

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Paramount Tree Service performed excellent work removing four (4) trees from our residential property. One was an exceedingly old, tall pine tree; seeing the climber at work was amazing! Initially, we interviewed three (3) companies on Angi's list and were impressed with all three. Paramount's offer was accepted. Luis Vasquez was easy to work with; he is a good communicator and his team was superb. The cleanup was excellent, too! Thank you, Paramount!"

Betty M on September 2024

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Paramount Tree Service performed excellent work removing four (4) trees from our residential property. One was an exceedingly old, tall pine tree; seeing the climber at work was amazing! Initially, we interviewed three (3) companies on Angi's list and were impressed with all three. Paramount's offer was accepted. Luis Vasquez was easy to work with; he is a good communicator and his team was superb. The cleanup was excellent, too! Thank you, Paramount!"

Betty M on September 2024

Top Cut Tree Service

Columbia
4.20(
5
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Top Cut Tree Service

Columbia
4.20(
5
)
•Approved Pro
148 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

Top Cut Tree Service Columbia, SC, 29205 (803) 731-7718 Top Cut Tree Service is a well known tree service company in the Columbia, SC area. Call and schedule an appointment. Tree Maintenance Forest Acres SC;Dentsville SC;West Columbia SC;Blythewood SC;Gaston SC; Tree Removal, Tree Trimming, Tree Cutting Service, Tree Cutting, Stump Removal http://topcuttreesvcsc.com

"Great! I plan to use them again and would highly recommend them to anyone!"

Chuck F on December 2023

Top Cut Tree Service Columbia, SC, 29205 (803) 731-7718 Top Cut Tree Service is a well known tree service company in the Columbia, SC area. Call and schedule an appointment. Tree Maintenance Forest Acres SC;Dentsville SC;West Columbia SC;Blythewood SC;Gaston SC; Tree Removal, Tree Trimming, Tree Cutting Service, Tree Cutting, Stump Removal http://topcuttreesvcsc.com

"Great! I plan to use them again and would highly recommend them to anyone!"

Chuck F on December 2023

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Bluegrass Tree & Lawn

Thompson Lane
4.94(
35
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Bluegrass Tree & Lawn

Thompson Lane
4.94(
35
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 local quotes requested

A highly experienced Company with dedication to provide top notch and fine grade commitment on every job. Services which includes all Tree and bush Removal, trimming, maintenance. All Drainage, water, sewer, driveway and roads, too site clearing and building. We Strive for Customer Satisfaction with every detail. Servicing Lexington and surrounding areas

"Jerred and his team were on time, courteous and conscientious. The work they completed was well done and they encouraged me to contact them if we had any questions or issues with their work. I highly recommend them to anyone needing landscape work."

Rudy S on May 2025

A highly experienced Company with dedication to provide top notch and fine grade commitment on every job. Services which includes all Tree and bush Removal, trimming, maintenance. All Drainage, water, sewer, driveway and roads, too site clearing and building. We Strive for Customer Satisfaction with every detail. Servicing Lexington and surrounding areas

"Jerred and his team were on time, courteous and conscientious. The work they completed was well done and they encouraged me to contact them if we had any questions or issues with their work. I highly recommend them to anyone needing landscape work."

Rudy S on May 2025

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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Columbia, SC

The time it takes to grind a stump depends on its size and the type of wood. Small, softwood stumps take only 15 minutes to remove, while large, hardwood stumps can take several hours. Before the project begins, ask your stump grinding pro for an estimate so you can plan accordingly.

There are several alternative methods to stump removal, including winching it with mechanical equipment, cutting it with a chainsaw, grubbing out the stump and roots, initiating a burn with the required permits, activating natural rotting processes, and applying chemical treatments to expedite decay. Each method offers its own advantages and safety requirements, so it is important to select the option that best suits your project and complies with local regulations.

The cost of tree removal typically doesn't include stump grinding. Removing a stump requires different equipment and skills than cutting down a tree. If you want both services, your contractor will often charge extra for grinding the stump. However, bundling tree removal and stump grinding can sometimes save you money, so it's worth asking about package deals.

Pest issues in a tree stump do not slow down the grinding process. The decay accelerated by pests can make grinding more efficient. However, if an infestation is present, it is important to arrange for pest control afterward to safeguard the health of your garden. Ensuring thorough pest management after stone removal supports long-term yard stability and prevents further damage.

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