Tree & Stump Removal Disposal Guide 2025

Compare full-service removal vs DIY, understand cost drivers, permits, and how to recycle wood debris to lower disposal costs.

Updated: March 15, 2025
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Tree & Stump Removal Disposal Guide 2025

Options

  • Full-service tree removal with haul-away
  • DIY: rent chipper/stump grinder; hire debris hauling
  • Green-waste recycling and mulch programs

Cost Ranges

  • Tree removal: $200–$2,500+ (species, height, risks)
  • Stump grinding: $100–$400 per stump
  • Debris haul-off: $200–$600 per load; per-cubic-yard pricing

Safety & Permits

City permits possible for protected species/large removals. Use licensed, insured arborists; verify utility clearance.

Disposal & Recycling

Chip branches for mulch; larger timber for milling or firewood. Avoid landfill when local green-waste recycling exists.

Best Practices

  1. Stage debris curbside where permitted
  2. Separate logs/branches for efficient loading
  3. Confirm landfill restrictions for stumps/large logs

Last updated: 2025-02-06

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