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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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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
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•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

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Bear Tree Care

466 Bronze Drive
5.00(
14
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Bear Tree Care

466 Bronze Drive
5.00(
14
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 local quotes requested

Bear Tree Care is owned and operated by full time firemen and is completely insured for all tree work and all employees are covered under worker’s compensation.

"They did an excellent job! Very professional, performed the job quickly and completed everything as promised! I highly recommend this company."

Angie Q on July 2024

Bear Tree Care is owned and operated by full time firemen and is completely insured for all tree work and all employees are covered under worker’s compensation.

"They did an excellent job! Very professional, performed the job quickly and completed everything as promised! I highly recommend this company."

Angie Q on July 2024

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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
47 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

Tri-County Land Solutions

305 Hollywood Road
5.00(
6
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Tri-County Land Solutions

305 Hollywood Road
5.00(
6
)
•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.

"He was very professional. Cleaned up all debris and hauled away. Price was very good compared with other companies. Would highly recommend to anyone "

Scott D on September 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.

"He was very professional. Cleaned up all debris and hauled away. Price was very good compared with other companies. Would highly recommend to anyone "

Scott D on September 2025

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Professional Tree Service

P O Box 84943
4.93(
201
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Professional Tree Service

P O Box 84943
4.93(
201
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
667 local quotes requested

We are a family owned and operated company serving the Midlands since 1979. We offer quality service with quality employees who treat you with respect and professionalism.

"They accomplished everything that I wanted done. They were knowledgeable and did superb work. I have no complaints."

Dalton M on August 2024

We are a family owned and operated company serving the Midlands since 1979. We offer quality service with quality employees who treat you with respect and professionalism.

"They accomplished everything that I wanted done. They were knowledgeable and did superb work. I have no complaints."

Dalton M on August 2024

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Paramount Tree Service

6 Yearling Court
5.00(
7
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Paramount Tree Service

6 Yearling Court
5.00(
7
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
351 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

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AAA Union Tree Service & Stump Removal

907 S Duncan Byp
4.61(
33
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AAA Union Tree Service & Stump Removal

907 S Duncan Byp
4.61(
33
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1985 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

We service all of South Carolina, Augusta Georgia, . We’ve been in business for 50 years. Owner operated. We do not use sub contractors. We can do residential or commercial. Our goal is to please the customer. We are licensed and insured. We have done work for the State Highway Department and have completed city contracts as well. also added demolition.We offer 24 hour and emergency service. Additional phone number - 864.426.6701...803.722.0054

"My spouse and I have used AAA multiple times. This time, we called Brenda and her team to remove multiple trees after Helene hit. One tree was a massive oak that was leaning and diseased. Brenda came, give us a very fair and reasonable estimate, and started the job a few days later. Her team is professional, very well trained and work efficiently. Everything was completed in about 2 days. I highly, highly recommend Brenda and her team for all your tree removal needs in SC, NC and GA."

Lisa F on November 2024

We service all of South Carolina, Augusta Georgia, . We’ve been in business for 50 years. Owner operated. We do not use sub contractors. We can do residential or commercial. Our goal is to please the customer. We are licensed and insured. We have done work for the State Highway Department and have completed city contracts as well. also added demolition.We offer 24 hour and emergency service. Additional phone number - 864.426.6701...803.722.0054

"My spouse and I have used AAA multiple times. This time, we called Brenda and her team to remove multiple trees after Helene hit. One tree was a massive oak that was leaning and diseased. Brenda came, give us a very fair and reasonable estimate, and started the job a few days later. Her team is professional, very well trained and work efficiently. Everything was completed in about 2 days. I highly, highly recommend Brenda and her team for all your tree removal needs in SC, NC and GA."

Lisa F on November 2024

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J&M Tree and Landscaping LLC

29085 Saint Just Dr
4.69(
13
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J&M Tree and Landscaping LLC

29085 Saint Just Dr
4.69(
13
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
1082 local quotes requested

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

"Third time using and always 10/10 service. They get you scheduled as soon as possible and will come out with a full crew. Very experienced crew I’m always impressed on how effective they are at their job. Best of all NO MESS LEFT behind, wife was very happy!"

Alex M on May 2024

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

"Third time using and always 10/10 service. They get you scheduled as soon as possible and will come out with a full crew. Very experienced crew I’m always impressed on how effective they are at their job. Best of all NO MESS LEFT behind, wife was very happy!"

Alex M on May 2024

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Bluegrass Tree & Lawn

Thompson Lane
4.94(
36
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Bluegrass Tree & Lawn

Thompson Lane
4.94(
36
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
134 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

"This was such a great experience. Jerred and Adam were very professional and communicated with us throughout the project. They were prompt, courteous and very professional. They took all the precautions to safely remove the huge oak tree in between our property and our neighbor's property. My husband was so impressed at how they removed the oak tree. Our neighbor was impressed with them as well and came over to ask them for a quote on tree removal on their property. We are definitely rehiring them to plant some palms along the driveway in the near future and any other projects that may arise. Thanks so much Jerred and Adam."

Lisa M on March 2022

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

"This was such a great experience. Jerred and Adam were very professional and communicated with us throughout the project. They were prompt, courteous and very professional. They took all the precautions to safely remove the huge oak tree in between our property and our neighbor's property. My husband was so impressed at how they removed the oak tree. Our neighbor was impressed with them as well and came over to ask them for a quote on tree removal on their property. We are definitely rehiring them to plant some palms along the driveway in the near future and any other projects that may arise. Thanks so much Jerred and Adam."

Lisa M on March 2022

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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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