Tree stumps can become a convenient home for insects, including carpenter ants and termites. Insects can easily move from these stumps into nearby houses, sheds, and garages. Another concern is that the stump may pull valuable nutrients and water from the soil and away from healthy plants and trees. Additionally, new growth of small trees or bushes could appear around the stumps.

Brush is also a concern, not only because it is not aesthetically pleasing but because it can harbor pests. Areas filled with brush are known to be inhabited by ticks, creating a danger for people and pets who walk through. Mice, moles, groundhogs, and many other rodents and small animals will use brush as their shelter. This increases the possibility of them coming into nearby homes, especially as the weather cools.

Stump grinding is an effective way to remove a tree stump and its roots. Even small stumps can be challenging to dig out due to their extensive root systems. Stump grinders can quickly power through the stump and turn it into wood chips, which can be used as mulch, provided that the tree has no diseases. The small stumps left after cutting or pulling the brush can also be chipped.

While a homeowner can remove small stumps with a rental grinder, stump grinding services are necessary for areas with several stumps or large tree stumps. Once a tree and brush removal service has cleared the area, the land can be easily leveled, and topsoil can be spread to cover the ground. However, additional fill will be required to fill the holes left behind by large stumps.