How much does it cost to rent a stump grinder?
Ashburn, VA

How much does it cost to rent a stump grinder?

Ashburn, VA

How much does it cost to rent a stump grinder?

$100 – $400average cost per day
$350 – $1,000average cost per week
$900 – $3,000average cost per month

Get free estimates for your project or view our cost guide below:

$100 – $400 average cost per day

$350 – $1,000 average cost per week

$900 – $3,000 average cost per month


Get free estimates for your project or view our cost guide below:
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Stump grinder rental cost

A stump grinder rental costs $100 to $400 per day, $350 to $1,000 per week, or $900 to $3,000 per month. Home Depot stump grinder rental prices are $85 to $160 per day. Tree stump grinder rental prices depends on the type, size, and company.

Stump grinder rental cost - chart
Stump grinder rental cost - chart
Stump grinder rental cost
Rental length Walk-behind Self-propelled
4 hours $60 – $100 $100 – $200
Daily $100 – $275 $175 – $400
Weekly $350 – $900 $525 – $1,300
Monthly $900 – $1,900 $1,500 – $3,000

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Cost to rent a stump grinder by store

Renting a stump grinder costs $85 to $400 per day, depending on the store, machine type, and size. Home Depot stump grinder rental prices are $85 to $160 per day. Prices vary according to whether a homeowner needs the dealer to drop off and pick up the machine.

Cost to rent a stump grinder by store
Store Daily Weekly Monthly
Home Depot $85 – $160 $340 – $650 $1,000 – $1,900
Lowe’s $115 – $145 $450 – $580 $1,150 – $1,450
Sunbelt rentals $120 – $400 $700 – $1,600 $1,600 – $3,100
Herc rentals $250 – $280 $750 – $850 $1,800 – $2,000

*Refundable security deposits of $150 to $300 apply.

Stump grinder machine for renting
Stump grinder machine for renting
  • A trailer rental may also be necessary to transport the machine.

  • The operator is responsible for refueling the grinder with gas.

  • DIY stump grinding jobs take 1 day while hiring a pro takes a few hours or less.

  • Always ask the rental dealer to explain operation instructions for the machine.

  • Wear protective boots, safety glasses, and full-length clothing during grinder use.

Stump grinder machine cost to buy

Stump grinder prices are $1,600 to $10,500 for residential-sized machines, depending on the brand, type, power, and features. Commercial size stump grinders cost $35,000 to $200,000. Most units run on gas and come as walk-behind push models or self-propelled models.

Cost of a stump grinder machine by brand
Brand Price range
Blue Bird $4,500 – $10,000
Detail K2 $1,600 – $3,200
Dosko $2,900 – $11,000
Dr. Stump Grinder $1,800 – $3,200
Power King $1,600 – $2,200
PowerTek $3,700 – $10,500

*Total price range per machine.

Large stump grinder with tracks
Large stump grinder with tracks

Common features include:

  • Engines with 13 to 20 horsepower

  • Cutting widths of 3.5” to 4.0”

  • Cutting depths of 11” to 20” above ground and 9” to 10” underground

Cost to hire a tree stump grinding service

Stump grinding costs $120 to $400 per stump for the first one and $30 to $60 for each additional stump. Some companies charge per hour, per inch, or per day.

Cost to hire a tree stump grinding service
Billing type Average cost
Per inch of stump diameter $2 – $6
Per first stump $120 – $400
Per each additional stump $30 – $60
Per hour $100 – $200
Per day $800 – $1,600

*Minimum service fees are $80 to $160.

homeguide-stump-grinding-and-removal
homeguide-stump-grinding-and-removal

Alternative tree stump removal costs

Alternative tree stump removal costs vary according to the following methods:

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Alternative tree stump removal costs
Removal method Cost per stump
Digging up ($150 to $350 minimum) $80 – $190
Chemical rotting $100 – $200
Burning out $50 – $200

Stump grinder rental FAQs

How do stump grinders work?

A stump grinder works by using a spinning carbide-tipped saw wheel to cut the stump down into mulch. Operators steer the engine-powered blade over the stump and move it from side to side to turn the stump into a pile of saw dust.

Where can you rent a stump grinder?

You can rent a stump grinder from home improvement stores, landscaping or construction equipment-rental agencies, and local tree removal service companies.

Getting estimates from stump grinding services

Before hiring a stump removal service near you, be sure to:

  • Compare multiple estimates.

  • Ask for detailed quotes of all labor, material, and equipment fees.

  • Check their HomeGuide and Google reviews and references.

  • Pick a licensed, bonded, and insured company with years of experience.

  • Check if your state requires workers to have an arborist license.

  • Beware of the lowest quotes that can signal low-quality work.

  • Never make full payments upfront.