Oversized yard trim can include:
- branches
- root balls
- stumps
- tree sections
- storm debris
- yard trim from your private property that is too large for curbside collection, or cannot be bagged, bundled, or containerized
Who removes downed trees?
| If you |
Follow these instructions |
| can transport your material |
Bring your oversized yard trim to our Shady Grove Transfer Station and Processing Facility. |
| cannot transport your material |
Contact a private company such a tree service, landscaping, or lawn service for assistance with removing and disposing of your material.
Tip: Check with your home insurance company, which may cover storm debris removal and disposal. |
What are the size limits?
| This material |
Has these size limits |
| stumps |
3 feet in diameter at the base |
| tree sections |
8 feet in length |
We limit sizes because unusually large stumps and tree sections pose unique problems with respect to safe handling and loading. They also can cause substantial equipment damage, even when loaded into trucks with reasonable care.
What is the disposal fee?
| If yard trim load is |
The disposal fee is |
| under 500 pounds |
No charge |
| 500 pounds and over |
The Transfer Station yard trim fee disposal fee
If a large root ball has lots of soil or rock in it, we might classify it as trash, and charge the trash disposal fee. |
How do I prepare root balls for drop-off?
To prepare your root ball for drop-off, remove soil and rocks from it.
If removing the soil and rocks is not feasible, inform an attendant when you arrive at the Transfer Station. He or she can then direct you to a location where we can break up the root ball with a loader or excavator, and shake the rocks out before it is processed.
How do I prepare stumps for drop-off?
To prepare your stump for drop-off, take these steps at your construction site:
- break up the root ball, and
- knock off soil and stone at the base of the stump.
We can accept stumps as yard trim as long as there are no stones and rocks tied up in the roots.
