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Worker using a chainsaw to cut a large log outdoors, with wood chips flying
By heritagetrees • September 17, 2026
Tree service is the professional care, removal, pruning, and storm cleanup of trees on your property, handled by a licensed arborist. In Rhode Island, winter is the best season for most of it. Bare branches expose defects hidden all summer, frozen ground protects your lawn, and dormant trees handle cuts better.   Here’s what most […]
Broken stone bench on grass with rubble and cracked concrete in an outdoor area
By heritagetrees • August 20, 2026
What’s the difference between stump removal and stump grinding Stump grinding uses a rotating cutting wheel to shred the stump and its surface root flare into chips below ground level, leaving the deeper roots to decay. Stump removal uses an excavator to extract the stump and its main root plate from the soil entirely.   […]
Yellow construction machine digging dirt beside a worker’s boots on a muddy site
By Heritage Tree Solutions LLC • August 11, 2026
If a stump has sat in your yard for more than a season, it’s probably already trying to tell you something. New sprouts at the base, soft or crumbling wood, and pest activity nearby are common signs that it’s time for tree stump removal. Left alone, a stump can spread decay, draw termites, and turn […]
Close-up of a gray mechanical part on muddy ground with leaves and dirt nearby
By Heritage Tree Solutions LLC • July 7, 2026
Stump grinding removes a leftover tree stump by chewing it down 6 to 12 inches below grade with a specialized grinder. Most jobs take under an hour for a single stump, and homeowners typically pay between $100 and $400 per stump. Here’s what the process looks like and how to know if it’s right for […]