--- title: "Stump Grinding in Oxford, OH | Cincinnati Stump Grinding" description: "Stump grinding in Oxford, OH: free quotes, chips hauled away and fresh topsoil, plus Oxford street tree and yard waste rules with sources. Call (513) 587-6772." url: https://cincystump.multisites.ai/stump-grinding/oxford-oh publisher: Cincinnati Stump Grinding phone: +1-513-587-6772 quote: https://cincystump.multisites.ai/contact --- # Stump grinding in Oxford, OH Cincinnati Stump Grinding grinds tree stumps in Oxford, OH, in Butler County. Quotes are free, usually quick and without an in-person visit, and the chips can be hauled away and replaced with fresh topsoil. Before you grind, check the Oxford street tree rules below and mark your private lines. [Call (513) 587-6772](tel:+1-513-587-6772)Get a free estimate ZIP codes in Oxford - [45056](https://cincystump.multisites.ai/contact?zip=45056#estimate) Served counties in green, Oxford in lime. Map data: US Census Bureau. ## What to know before you grind in Oxford Rules from the city and county. Each one links to the page it comes from. - Tree programs ### Tree City USA since 1996 Oxford says it has been a Tree City USA since 1996. Source: [City of Oxford: Urban Forestry Program](https://www.cityofoxford.org/departments/services_engineering/environmental_division/urban_forestry_program.php), checked October 2026 - Street trees ### Public tree count Oxford had about 2,300 public trees in 1998 and 3,700 at the end of 2025. Source: [City of Oxford: Urban Forestry Program](https://www.cityofoxford.org/departments/services_engineering/environmental_division/urban_forestry_program.php), checked October 2026 - Street trees ### Street tree list by tree lawn width The approved street tree list has 78 species. Tree size depends on tree lawn width and overhead lines. Source: [City of Oxford: Urban Forestry Program](https://www.cityofoxford.org/departments/services_engineering/environmental_division/urban_forestry_program.php), checked October 2026 - Emerald ash borer ### Ash removal and replacement The city removes ash trees as they die or turn dangerous, and runs a program to replace dead ash trees. Source: [City of Oxford: Urban Forestry Program](https://www.cityofoxford.org/departments/services_engineering/environmental_division/urban_forestry_program.php), checked October 2026 - Yard waste and wood ### Brush bundles Bundles must be 3 feet or shorter and under 50 pounds, tied with natural cord. Limit is 6 bundles or bags per pickup. Source: [City of Oxford: Where Does the Waste Go](https://www.cityofoxford.org/departments/city_manager/sustainability/where_does_the_waste_go.php), checked October 2026 - Yard waste and wood ### Not for tree-service debris The yard waste program is not meant for large amounts of debris left by a tree trimming service. Source: [City of Oxford: Where Does the Waste Go](https://www.cityofoxford.org/departments/city_manager/sustainability/where_does_the_waste_go.php), checked October 2026 - Yard waste and wood ### Monthly drop-off Saturdays Residents can drop off yard waste at the Municipal City Garage, 945 South Main Street, on the first Saturday of each month from April through January, 9 am to 1 pm. Source: [City of Oxford: Where Does the Waste Go](https://www.cityofoxford.org/departments/city_manager/sustainability/where_does_the_waste_go.php), checked October 2026 - Yard waste and wood ### Yard waste becomes city mulch Curbside yard waste goes to the city's Ohio EPA permitted Class IV compost facility and becomes mulch for city properties. Source: [City of Oxford: Where Does the Waste Go](https://www.cityofoxford.org/departments/city_manager/sustainability/where_does_the_waste_go.php), checked October 2026 - Yard waste and wood ### County page says curbside includes trunks and stumps The county district page says Oxford curbside pickup covers brush and yard waste, including leaves, tree trunks and stumps. The city's own page sets bundle limits. Confirm with the city. Source: [Butler County Recycling & Solid Waste: Recycle at Home](https://www.bcohio.gov/board_of_commissioners/commissioner_departments/commissioner_departments/recycling_solid_waste/residential_recycling.php), checked October 2026 ## Before you dig in Oxford - Ohio ### ORC 3781.28(A) notice period Ohio law requires notice to the protection service (OHIO811) at least 2 working days and no more than 16 calendar days before digging. Source: [Ohio Revised Code Section 3781.28](https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-3781.28) - Ohio ### Working days defined Working days exclude weekends and legal holidays (ORC 3781.25(F) as quoted in 3781.28 page context). Source: [Ohio Revised Code Section 3781.25](https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-3781.25) - Butler County ### County district page lists city yard waste programs The Butler County Solid Waste District page lists yard waste rules for Fairfield, Hamilton and Oxford. Other places use Rumpke or Republic haulers. Source: [Butler County Recycling & Solid Waste: Recycle at Home](https://www.bcohio.gov/board_of_commissioners/commissioner_departments/commissioner_departments/recycling_solid_waste/residential_recycling.php) ## Free estimate in Oxford Pick the closest answers, add your ZIP and send it. Photos help most. 1. Measure across the cut, at ground level, at the widest point. 2. Snap a photo of each stump and the path to it. 3. We reply with your free estimate. Rather talk? [Call (513) 587-6772](tel:+1-513-587-6772) ![Close view of the growth rings across the top of a cut pine stump](https://cincystump.multisites.ai/_astro/pine-stump-growth-rings.Pg0LkLSG_ZnC6hL.avif) ## Questions about Oxford, OH ### Do you grind stumps in Oxford, OH? Yes. Cincinnati Stump Grinding works across Butler County, including Oxford. ZIP codes here include 45056. Call (513) 587-6772 or send photos for a free estimate. ### What are the street tree rules in Oxford? Oxford had about 2,300 public trees in 1998 and 3,700 at the end of 2025. Source: City of Oxford: Urban Forestry Program. ### What does Oxford do with yard waste and wood? Bundles must be 3 feet or shorter and under 50 pounds, tied with natural cord. Limit is 6 bundles or bags per pickup. Source: City of Oxford: Where Does the Waste Go. ### Do I need to call 811 first? Ohio law requires notice to the protection service (OHIO811) at least 2 working days and no more than 16 calendar days before digging. Utility marks cover public lines; private lines such as sprinklers, lighting and invisible fences are the owner's to mark. Source: Ohio Revised Code Section 3781.28. ### What happens to the wood chips? Grinding turns the stump into wood chips. You can keep them as mulch, or ask for them to be hauled away and replaced with fresh topsoil. 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