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Avatar for C&C Stump Grinding, LLC
C&C Stump Grinding, LLC
5.0(
35
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very pleased with the stump removal. They arrived to quote the job as promised. Removed the stump the day promised and it looks great. The price was very fair as well. I would definitely use them again."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Torres Painting
5.0(
43
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent service. David and his team did a wonderful job sanding down my flaked trim and then putting on two fresh coats. I also used David's Tree Service to remove some shrubs from the side of the house. The crew worked carefully and efficiently. Fair and competitive pricing. I would recommend Torres Painting and Torres Tree Service."
Staining Work
Staining Work
Staining Work
Staining Work
Staining Work

+8

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CPW GROUP
4.8(
21
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very responsive and fair price and good quality work for gutter cleaning will be happy to use them again for other related services. Gaven polite and professional!"
Driveway clean
House washing
Wood cleaning
Rust removal
Patio cleaning

+15

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Titan Excavating, LLC
5.0(
21
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They arrived on time as scheduled. The dirt delivered was excellent quality and not full of large clumps ! It was easy to spread in the yard. I have had dirt delivered in the past, but never the quality of Titan"
Parking
Drive
Drive
Drive
Parking

+25

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Ron G Construction Services LLC
Ron G Construction Services LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding concrete leveling service! Their concrete injection/mud jacking work was precise, efficient, and highly professional. They lifted and leveled the slab perfectly, restoring the area without any mess or complications. The team arrived on time, explained the process clearly, and delivered excellent results at a fair price. I highly recommend their concrete leveling services!"
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
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Stump N' Grind
5.0(
15
)

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jared was quick to get back to me. With my descriptionn and photos heme sent me a fair quote. We tentatively scheduled a weekend removal and followed up with a time and day. He arrived on time. He removed 2 good sized stumps in 4 hours. The chips were removed and hauled away. He had a couple of pieces of plywood in place to temper the chips from flying. Jared did a thorough job of removing the entire stump. He didn't fuss about, rather worked hard and did a great job. I'd have him back."
Loaded and ready!
Weekend Work
Apple Tree
Another big one!
Weekend Work

+2

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Des Moines, IA

Always transport chainsaws with the engine off and chain brake engaged. Use the protective bar cover provided by the rental company to prevent accidental contact with the cutting chain. Position the chainsaw securely in your vehicle to prevent movement during transit, ideally in a truck bed or trunk rather than the passenger compartment. 

For gas models, ensure the fuel cap is tight and position the saw to minimize potential leakage. Keep the chainsaw away from passengers and other items that could be damaged.

Proper safety equipment is essential when operating any chainsaw. At minimum, you should have eye protection (safety glasses or a face shield), hearing protection (earplugs or earmuffs), cut-resistant gloves, chainsaw chaps or pants, and sturdy boots with good traction. 

Many rental facilities offer basic safety kits alongside chainsaw rentals. If you'll be using chainsaws regularly, investing in quality personal safety gear is advisable. Never operate a chainsaw without appropriate protective equipment, regardless of the job size.

While rental companies will rent chainsaws to beginners, inexperience significantly increases safety risks. If you've never used a chainsaw before, request a demonstration from the rental staff and thoroughly review the operator's manual before starting. Begin with smaller, more manageable cutting tasks to build comfort with the tool's operation. 

For significant cutting jobs, consider either taking a chainsaw safety course first or hiring professionals instead. The learning curve for safe chainsaw operation is steep, and caution is paramount.

If mechanical problems develop during your rental, immediately cease operation and contact the rental company. Most reputable rental businesses will either provide a replacement chainsaw or repair the equipment if the breakdown resulted from normal use rather than misuse. Document the issue with photographs when possible and maintain records of when you reported the problem. 

Having your rental agreement readily available when you call will expedite the resolution process. The rental company should adjust your rental period to account for any downtime.

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