TREE TRIMMING
Benefits of Service
Install and Remove any type of Trees safely
Maintenance services to keep trees are healthy
Experienced in commercial scale planting
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How much does it cost to remove a tree?
That is a tricky one. Like everything else, price is relative to and a reflection of the cost to the company. Each tree is unique and requires a unique approach. It is very hard to estimate the cost of a tree without seeing it and getting an idea of what is involved in the removal.
What Certifications do you have?
We have almost every certification known to our industry. Some of them include:
Will my grass be damaged?
We take every practical precaution to ensure that your yard is undamaged during the project. It is our goal to leave your property better than we found it. Our specialty all wheel bobcats and log loaders are equipped with low impact turf tires to assist in the minimization of turf disturbance.
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Service Areas — Snohomish & King County
Arbor Vet Tree Service is a veteran-owned, fully licensed tree care company serving homeowners and property managers throughout Snohomish County and King County, WA. Our dedicated city pages cover the areas where most of our work happens:
Snohomish, WA
Hometown HQ — same-day service in 98290/98296.
View Snohomish services →Everett, WA
Tree care for Everett, Mukilteo & North Everett.
View Everett services →Marysville, WA
Storm cleanup & removals in Marysville/Tulalip.
View Marysville services →Lake Stevens, WA
Lakeside tree work — pruning, removal, hazards.
View Lake Stevens services →Seattle, WA
Seattle neighborhoods — SDOT-aware crews.
View Seattle services →Stump Grinding & Removal in Everett, Snohomish & King County
Arbor Vet provides professional stump grinding and full stump removal across Everett, Snohomish, Marysville, Lake Stevens, and the broader King County metro. We grind below grade, clean up all debris, and leave the area ready for re-sodding, replanting, or hardscape work.
Stump Grinding & Removal — Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between stump grinding and stump removal?
Stump grinding chips the stump and major surface roots down to 6–12 inches below grade using a hydraulic grinder. The remaining root mass decays naturally over a few years. Full stump removal physically extracts the stump and root ball — required for new construction, foundation work, or replanting in the same spot. Most homeowners choose grinding because it’s faster, less invasive to surrounding lawn, and significantly less expensive.
How deep do you grind?
Standard grinding goes to 6 inches below grade — enough for sod, mulch, or topsoil. Deeper grinding (8–12 inches) is available for paver patios, foundation work, or fence-post installations. We confirm depth requirements before starting.
How long does stump grinding take?
A typical residential stump (12–24 inch diameter) grinds in 30–60 minutes. Larger conifer stumps with broad root flares can take 2–3 hours. We bring all the gear we need on a single trip — no return visits.
Do you take the chips away?
By default, the stump grindings are left in place to backfill the hole — this is what most homeowners want for replanting or sod. If you’d prefer chips hauled, we can do that for an additional charge, or we can bring in topsoil to replace them.
Can you grind stumps near utility lines or fences?
Yes, with appropriate care. We call 811 and have utility lines marked before grinding any stump within 18 inches of an underground service. Stumps next to fences require a smaller-footprint grinder, which we have. We protect adjacent landscaping with mats.
Do you do stump grinding only, or only with tree removal?
Both. Standalone stump grinding is something we do regularly — including stumps left by other tree services, storm-fallen trees, or older removals. Schedule independently or as part of a removal job.
