Does the definition of 'Bigfoot Forestry Services' include stump grinding?

According to Bigfoot Forestry's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the definition of 'Bigfoot Forestry Services' does include stump grinding. The FDD specifies that Bigfoot Forestry Services encompass a range of services that Bigfoot Forestry Businesses are authorized to provide.

Specifically, the definition includes land clearing, excavation, and maintenance services. It also extends to related services such as stump grinding, forestry mulching, geological test trail clearing, demolition, snow removal, and other comparable services. This indicates that stump grinding is considered a standard and authorized service within the Bigfoot Forestry franchise system.

For a prospective franchisee, this means that stump grinding is a core service offering expected under the Bigfoot Forestry brand. It also notes that the franchisee must offer and provide all Bigfoot Forestry Services that Bigfoot Forestry requires from time to time, but that Bigfoot Forestry may designate certain services as optional, in which case the franchisee is not obligated to offer such services. However, offering optional services may require additional training, equipment, licenses, or permits.