Stump grinding equipment can damage buried electrical cables, gas lines, irrigation pipes, communication lines, or other underground infrastructure if their locations are not identified before work begins.
In New Jersey, underground utility locating requirements must be followed before applicable excavation activities. Public utility markings may not identify privately installed lines, such as certain irrigation systems, landscape lighting, or privately owned electrical connections.
Homeowners should disclose known underground features and provide available information about private utilities. The contractor should establish an appropriate safe working area and determine whether additional locating or protective measures are required.
NJ Arbor & Tree Removal can discuss site preparation and safety considerations before grinding. (732) 783-4698 to request an estimate for stump grinding near landscaped or developed areas.
