Machine access
Machine access should be verified as a continuous path rather than reduced to one gate measurement. At the Quincy property, measure the stump and visible root flare, then record the narrowest opening, tightest turn, overhead obstruction, step, slope, and finished surface between the unloading point and work area. Mark irrigation parts, drainage components, lighting, edging, and other known features that may be difficult to see. Send photographs that show the route in sequence so the estimator can compare machine width, turning space, and ground protection needs. Ask whether chip removal uses the same path and whether any feature must be temporarily moved by the homeowner. The scope should identify surfaces excluded from machine travel and any access limitation that changes the reachable grinding area. Do not assume a machine can cross paving, soft ground, or a utility corridor safely because its listed width fits the narrowest opening.