How the Stump Quote Process Works

A clear request creates a clearer scope

Start with the facts that can be reviewed remotely

The first step is a short request with your city, contact information, number of stumps, approximate size, access notes, nearby obstacles, cleanup preference, and photos. Those details help identify whether the project looks like standard grinding, root-flare work, full removal, or a job that needs closer site review.

Photos are especially useful when they show the entire stump, a size reference, the route from the street, gates or turns, and features such as concrete, walls, rocks, irrigation, utilities, structures, or slopes.

• City or service area
• Number of stumps and approximate width
• Gate width and full access route
• Nearby surfaces, roots, irrigation, or structures
• Desired depth, cleanup, haul-away, and final use

Your request may be reviewed and routed to one local partner company

ABQ Stump Quotes is a quote-request service. Submitted details may be reviewed and shared with one local partner company for follow-up. The provider may call, text, email, request additional photos, or ask to inspect the property before confirming scope and price.

A website submission is not a guarantee of availability, a final price, or an agreement to perform work. Scheduling, insurance questions, payment terms, site conditions, and the final work scope should be confirmed directly with the provider who follows up.

The provider confirms the job before work begins

A photo-based estimate can change if the actual stump is larger, access is tighter, additional stumps are found, buried or private features are disclosed, the requested depth changes, or cleanup requirements differ from the original request.

Before approving work, make sure you understand what is included: grinding depth, treatment of visible surface roots, chip handling, haul-away, backfill, final grading, protection of nearby surfaces, and any separate work that is outside the stump scope.

Keep the quote, approval, and scheduling conversation in writing

Written details reduce misunderstandings. Save the provider's estimate, scope, exclusions, timing, payment terms, and any changes that occur after the site is reviewed. If multiple people control the property, identify the person authorized to approve access and work.

For rentals, HOAs, commercial properties, or real-estate deadlines, include access instructions, approval requirements, tenant or resident communication needs, and the date the area must be ready for the next project.