--- title: "Stump Shark Stump Grinding" description: "Stump Shark Stump Grinding carries 194 Google ratings averaging 5 stars, and the work is in the name. The company says it has been in business for 13 years" doc_version: "2026-10-16" last_updated: "2026-10-16" --- # Stump Shark Stump Grinding **Trade:** Tree Services · **Address:** 30 Mary Ellen Dr, Milford, CT 06460 · **Phone:** (203) 914-6684 · **Website:** http://thestumpshark.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 4.5/5** (medium confidence) — from 104 reviews across 5 sources. 99% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 20 reviews, 0 negative. ## The honest read Stump Shark Stump Grinding carries 194 Google ratings averaging 5 stars, and the work is in the name. The company says it has been in business for 13 years. A recent customer says Paul sent a price within half an hour of getting a picture with the stump's measurements, scheduled the grinding in less than a week and cleaned up better than expected. A recent customer describes complete removal of a 47 inch stump and disposal of the clippings. One recent customer says two large 27-inch-plus stumps and their roots were gone in an hour. A recent customer whose job involved crossing a neighbor's property says they were sensitive to it and left no trace. A recent customer says Paul works with his dad. In 2026, a customer with a narrow access point to the yard said Paul maneuvered his equipment to reach the stump. A 2025 customer said they removed 18 stumps, 8 to 24 inches across, along with roots extending several feet from the center, then removed the chips and raked it out. A 2025 customer said they took out a stump and its roots and went 10-12 inches below ground level. A 2024 customer said Paul called before he dug to get the lay of the land from gas, water and utility lines. A 2023 customer said a 62 inch stump came out with the 95 hp grinder in just over 20 minutes. A 2024 customer said Anthony changed the quoted price by almost 25%, and that they were engaging a different company. **Strengths:** - Quotes from photos — a recent customer got a price within half an hour - Large stumps — a recent customer says two 27-inch-plus stumps went in an hour - Thorough cleanup — a recent customer says cleanup beat expectations **Concerns:** - A changed quote — a 2024 customer said the price changed by almost 25% ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - 194 Google ratings averaging 5 stars _(confidence: high)_ - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Stump%20Shark%20Stump%20Grinding&query_place_id=ChIJQaXElDt06IkRJA7kbozjcTU) — “Google: 5★ from 194 ratings” - The company says it has been in business for 13 years _(confidence: low)_ - [Official Website](http://thestumpshark.com) — “Self-reported 13 years in business” - A recent customer says Paul priced the job within half an hour from a photo with measurements and cleaned up better than expected _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pWU1kyRkJVMHhuTm1OVlpHWnJSVWh4Tm1weE5FRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3571e38c6ee40e24!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjVSY2FBU0xnNmNVZGZrRUhxNmpxNEE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ After sending Paul a Pic with measurements of the stump, he responded with a price in 1/2 an hour. I called him and he scheduled the grin…” - A recent customer describes complete removal of a 47 inch stump and disposal of the clippings _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2poM2NFcDVZekk0VUc1M01HOW1jbTlEVFhoVWFsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3571e38c6ee40e24!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjh3cEp5YzI4UG53MG9mcm9DTXhUalE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Prompt professional service,. Complete removal of a 47 inch stump and disposal of clippings. Highly recommend.” - A 2025 customer said they removed 18 stumps and extending roots, then removed the chips and raked it out _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VNLTE2YjNkbGEyLUd3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x3571e38c6ee40e24!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEM-16b3dla2-Gw%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We just had Stump Shark remove 18 stumps around our property. The diameters were from 8” to 24”. They did a Great Job! They came when th…” - A recent customer whose job crossed a neighbor's property says no trace was left _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21ObWVXVmFVVXN5VjFKNVJtTXRUMTlzVTJSc09IYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3571e38c6ee40e24!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmNmeWVaUUsyV1J5RmMtT19sU2RsOHc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Highly recommend these guys. Good communication, timely follow-up. My job involved crossing my neighbors property, which they were very s…” - A 2024 customer said Paul called before he dug to check gas, water and utility lines _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNuczlhMEt3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x3571e38c6ee40e24!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICns9a0Kw%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Paul from Stump Shark did a fantastic job on a big stump in my front yard. He was available to scout out the job, did everything safely (…” - A 2024 customer said Anthony changed the quoted price by almost 25% _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNqdlpuSWhnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3571e38c6ee40e24!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICjvZnIhgE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “1★ My experience with Anthony was less than satisfying. Needless to say, I am engaging a different company for my stump grinding needs !!! …” - Specializes in Tree Services _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2poM2NFcDVZekk0VUc1M01HOW1jbTlEVFhoVWFsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3571e38c6ee40e24!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjh3cEp5YzI4UG53MG9mcm9DTXhUalE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Prompt professional service,. Complete removal of a 47 inch stump and disposal of clippings. Highly recommend.” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21rMFZGUm1Oa2xCWVd4UFExVjRWamcyZUhaWlkyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3571e38c6ee40e24!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmk0VFRmNklBYWxPQ1V4Vjg2eHZZY2c%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ 2 large 27"+ stumps and roots GONE in an hour. Astounding work. Insane level professionalism.” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pWU1kyRkJVMHhuTm1OVlpHWnJSVWh4Tm1weE5FRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3571e38c6ee40e24!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjVSY2FBU0xnNmNVZGZrRUhxNmpxNEE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ After sending Paul a Pic with measurements of the stump, he responded with a price in 1/2 an hour. I called him and he scheduled the grin…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VNLTE2YjNkbGEyLUd3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x3571e38c6ee40e24!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEM-16b3dla2-Gw%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We just had Stump Shark remove 18 stumps around our property. The diameters were from 8” to 24”. They did a Great Job! They came when th…” ## License No license record has been checked yet for this contractor. ## Sources - [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/marketing/comments/5zcxpq/is_name_business_and_contact_number_enough_on_a/): 0 community mentions discussing this business - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Stump%20Shark%20Stump%20Grinding&query_place_id=ChIJQaXElDt06IkRJA7kbozjcTU): 5.0★ from 194 ratings - [Official Website](http://thestumpshark.com): 13 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Stump%20Shark%20Stump%20Grinding&query_place_id=ChIJQaXElDt06IkRJA7kbozjcTU): Listed on this source - [Local News](https://youtu.be/K1n1eK3gwIM): Listed on this source ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Paul Dudzinski · 2026-10-08**: I would highly recommend Stump Shark. Very upfront and informative on what will be done on your job before the work is done and they do their work efficiently and reliably. Very satisfied. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Zachary Liebnick · 2026-10-06**: Super responsive and quick. Got through 3 trunks in 45 minutes. Also great prices. Well worth it! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Steve Lentz · 2026-10-05**: Great communication, price, and service from Paul and his Dad. Recommend highly. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Nick Ricci · 2026-09-29**: Stump Shark did a great job. Paul’s communication and promptness were great . Paul showed up when promised and left the yard like nothing happened!!! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Theresa Grant · 2026-09-25**: Prompt professional service,. Complete removal of a 47 inch stump and disposal of clippings. Highly recommend. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ryan Clark · 2026-09-23**: I sent a text of what I needed and got a response/price within 15 minutes. He came out the next day, quickly removed the stump, and cleaned up. I would recommend Stump Shark and use them again. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kevin Fitzpatrick · 2026-09-01**: Good experience, would use again. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jay · 2026-08-25**: 2 large 27"+ stumps and roots GONE in an hour. Astounding work. Insane level professionalism. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Joshua Thompson · 2026-08-19**: Great guys. Great job. Hire them or you’re dumb. Seriously. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lou Fernous · 2026-08-13**: An all around great experience! Getting a quote was a breeze! Fast reply, reasonable price and no hiiden “extras”. They showed up as scheduled and did great work and cleaned up as best as a ground up stump could be. Highly reccomend ! --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-10-13T11:19:41.732Z. 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