Lawn, Garden & Tree Equipment
Stump Grinder Rental in Arlington, TX
Family owned since 1959 · 1010 W. Division St., Arlington, TX 76012
Quick Answer
Moore Rental Service rents a 13 HP walk-behind stump grinder in Arlington, TX for $65 per two hours, $100 per four hours, $160 per day, or $640 per week. Most residential stumps grind out in one to three hours. Call (817) 277-1141 to reserve.
- 13 HP Stump Grinder
- $160 / day • $65 for 2 hours
- Typical Residential Stump
- 1–3 hours of grinding
- Also Available
- Brush chipper • chain saws • log splitter
- Pickup Location
- 1010 W. Division St., Arlington
A 13 HP walk-behind stump grinder that turns a stump into mulch in an afternoon — plus brush chippers, chain saws and a 37-ton log splitter to finish the whole tree job. Pick up in Arlington and work anywhere from Fort Worth to Mansfield.
How the 13 HP Stump Grinder Works
A stump grinder is a walk-behind machine with a heavy steel cutting wheel studded with carbide teeth. The wheel spins at high speed while you sweep it side to side across the stump, shaving off a layer at a time and turning hardwood into a pile of coarse chips. You advance a few inches, sweep again, and keep going until the stump is below grade.
The 13 HP unit Moore Rental Service stocks is sized for residential and light commercial work — the oaks, elms, hackberries, crepe myrtles and Bradford pears that make up most North Texas removals. It is self-propelled enough to reposition without a fight, narrow enough to get through a standard gate on most properties, and simple enough that a homeowner who has never run one can be productive within fifteen minutes of the counter walkthrough.
The two-hour rate exists for a reason: a single small-to-medium stump genuinely is a two-hour job. Where people get caught is on large-diameter stumps, stumps with wide surface roots, or a yard full of them — those run to a half or full day. Be honest about the diameter and the number when you call, and the counter can tell you which rate block to buy.
Grinding Depth, Chips and What to Do With the Hole
How deep should you grind? It depends entirely on what goes in that spot next:
- Lawn or sod — 4 to 6 inches below grade is enough. Grass roots are shallow, and you just need clean soil above the remaining wood.
- New tree, shrub or bed — go 10 to 12 inches down and chase the major surface roots outward. Root mass left in place competes with the new planting and takes years to break down.
- Patio, slab, deck footing or fence post — grind as deep as the machine will go and expect to dig out the remainder. Wood decays and settles; you do not want a slab bridging a void.
Plan for the chips. A grinder does not make the stump disappear — it converts it into a surprisingly large pile of mulch, typically several times the visible volume of the stump because you are also cutting the root flare. That pile is excellent free mulch for beds and paths, but it is nitrogen-hungry and should not be tilled into a vegetable garden. Whatever you do not use, rake off and haul away before you backfill with topsoil, or the hole will sink over the next two seasons as the chips break down.
Safety and Site Prep — Read Before You Grind
Stump grinding is the single most projectile-heavy job in the rental catalog. Take these seriously:
- Call 811 before you dig. Texas law requires it, and it is free. Gas, electric, cable, fiber and irrigation lines routinely run within a few feet of a stump. Wait for the locate marks before the wheel touches wood.
- Clear the stone. Rake away gravel, landscape rock, old concrete and buried debris around the base. Carbide teeth throw rock hard enough to break a window across the yard or injure a bystander.
- Full face and eye protection, hearing protection, long sleeves, boots. Not optional. A face shield over safety glasses is the right combination.
- Set a perimeter. Keep children, pets and helpers well back and out of the discharge arc, and put plywood or a moving blanket against anything glass on the throw side.
- Never force the wheel. Let the machine take shallow bites with the engine at working speed. Ramming the wheel into the stump stalls it, dulls teeth and is how people lose control of the handles.
Finishing the Whole Tree Job
A stump is usually the last step of a bigger project, and Moore Rental Service stocks the rest of it. The 4-inch self-feeding brush chipper takes the limb pile and turns it into mulch instead of six trips to the dump. The 18-inch Husqvarna chain saw handles the bucking. The 37-ton towable hydraulic log splitter converts a trunk into a winter's worth of firewood. Bundling them into the same rental day is nearly always cheaper and far less painful than doing each step on a separate weekend.
Equipment & Rental Rates
| Equipment | 4 Hour | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
STUMP GRINDER 13HP
|
$100.00 | $160.00 | $640.00 |
| CHIPPER BRUSH SELF FEEDING 4" | $150.00 | $225.00 | $900.00 |
CHAIN SAW HUSQVARNA 18" BAR
|
$55.00 | $75.00 | $300.00 |
LOG SPLITTER 37 TON HYDRAULIC TOWABLE
|
$85.00 | $125.00 | $440.00 |
BLOWER HAND HELD GASOLINE
|
$30.00 | $40.00 | $120.00 |
Rates shown are from the Moore Rental Service catalog and are subject to change. Tax, damage waiver and delivery are not included. Call (817) 277-1141 to confirm current pricing and availability.
Where We Rent: Arlington and the Surrounding DFW Cities
Moore Rental Service has operated from 1010 W. Division St., Arlington, TX 76012 as a family-owned business since 1959. Customers pick up equipment here and put it to work across Arlington, Mansfield, Grand Prairie, Hurst, Euless, Bedford, North Richland Hills and Fort Worth, along with the surrounding Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex.
- Arlington, TX
- Mansfield, TX
- Grand Prairie, TX
- Hurst, TX
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How Renting From Moore Rental Service Works
Call and Reserve
Tell us what the job is, not just what machine you think you need. Call (817) 277-1141 and we will confirm availability and hold the equipment for your date.
Pick Up or Have It Delivered
Come by 1010 W. Division St. in Arlington, or ask about delivery. Every renter gets a full walkthrough of the controls, safe operation and shutdown before leaving.
Get the Job Done
Rent by the two-hour block, four-hour block, day or week, whichever fits the work. Questions mid-job? Call us — we would rather answer than have you guess.
Bring It Back
Return the equipment during store hours and you are done. No membership, no subscription, no long-term commitment.
Stump Grinder Rental — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to rent a stump grinder in Arlington, TX?
Moore Rental Service rents a 13 HP stump grinder for $65 for two hours, $100 for four hours, $160 per day, or $640 per week. Because most single residential stumps grind out in one to three hours, the two- and four-hour blocks are the most commonly used. Prices are subject to change and exclude tax — call (817) 277-1141 to confirm.
How long does it take to grind one stump?
A typical residential stump under about 18 inches across takes one to two hours including setup, grinding below grade and cleanup. Large-diameter hardwoods, stumps with heavy surface root flare, and multi-stump jobs run considerably longer — plan on a half day or a full day. Grinding is slower than most first-timers expect.
How deep does a stump grinder go?
Deep enough for any normal landscape purpose. Grind 4 to 6 inches below grade if you are laying sod or seeding grass, and 10 to 12 inches if you plan to replant a tree or shrub in the same spot. If a patio, slab or fence post is going over it, grind as deep as the machine allows and dig out the rest — buried wood decays and settles.
Do I have to call 811 before grinding a stump?
Yes. Texas law requires a utility locate before any digging or grinding, and the call is free. Gas, electric, cable, fiber and irrigation lines are frequently routed within a few feet of a tree. Place the request a few business days ahead of your rental and wait for the locate marks before you start.
What do I do with all the wood chips?
Expect a much larger pile than the stump looked like it would produce, since you are also grinding the root flare. The chips make excellent free mulch for beds, paths and around trees, though they are not suited to vegetable gardens. Rake off the excess and backfill the hole with topsoil, or it will settle noticeably over the next couple of seasons.
Can I get the stump grinder into my backyard?
Usually. The 13 HP walk-behind will fit through most standard residential gates, but measure your narrowest gate opening and check the path for steps, steep slopes and soft ground before you rent. Call (817) 277-1141 with the measurement and the counter staff can confirm clearance for you.
Do you rent brush chippers and log splitters too?
Yes. A 4-inch self-feeding brush chipper rents for $150 for four hours, $225 per day, or $900 per week, and a 37-ton towable hydraulic log splitter rents for $85 for four hours, $125 per day, or $440 per week. Renting them the same day as the grinder is the efficient way to clear an entire tree.
Which cities does Moore Rental Service serve for stump grinder rentals?
Pickup is at 1010 W. Division St. in Arlington, and customers regularly take equipment out to Fort Worth, Grand Prairie, Mansfield, Hurst, Euless, Bedford and North Richland Hills. The store has served the DFW Metroplex as a family-owned business since 1959.
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Call Moore Rental Service and talk to someone who knows the equipment. We have been renting to homeowners and contractors across Arlington and the DFW Metroplex since 1959 — tell us about the job and we will make sure you leave with the right machine.
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