Having the tree stumps on your property ground away provides you with significant benefits. Not only do you make your yard safer, you also get a cleaner looking landscape as well as more space for new plants.
Did you know that removing a tree stump from the ground isn't straightforward? Conventional methods like digging, cutting, and burning all require backbreaking labor and may take quite a while to finish. Tree stump grinding, on the other hand, takes only minutes but requires special equipment.
Have you run out of fun and creative ways to camouflage that unsightly tree stump in the middle of your otherwise perfectly manicured landscaping? Let us remove it for you.
Did you know that certain trees will send up suckers through their old tree stumps? One of the most dependable ways of getting rid of a tree for good is to have the stump and the thickest part of its roots professionally ground down.
When getting rid of a tree, if you leave the stump there, you may end up with problems down the road. Stumps from elm, maple, willow, and other vigorous trees can continue to sprout suckers and may even pop up waterspouts through the root network in other parts of your lawn.
When it comes down to it, digging an old tree stump out by hand is highly impractical. This is because, to successfully remove the stump, a huge hold must be dug around it, which involves a lot of time, effort, and sometimes even money.
Did you know that tree stumps can interfere with water drainage? Roots from tree stumps can block natural drainage channels and facilitate the formation of puddles and even sinks in areas around the stumps.
So what can you do to restore the area once your old tree stump has been professionally removed? One option is to plant grass in the area; otherwise, this area makes a great space for placing shrubs and flowers.
Do you have a stump that is causing you problems? Don’t fret, just give us a call for a free estimate of our stump grinding services. We look forward to getting rid of that stump for you.
Stump grinders can come as small as a large lawn mower, but don't let their size fool you. These grinders pack a mean punch, and are perfect for stumps from thinner trees. They also work well for clustered stumps from bushes.
Older methods of stump removal, like uprooting or using explosive stumping powder, rip up or blow up a lot of the surrounding ground. Stump grinding is much more precise, and can get rid of the stump without causing huge holes in your yard.
Not only is using harsh chemical treatments to remove stumps in your yard sometimes ineffective, but it can harm beneficial insects as well, contributing to an unhealthy lawn and yard.
You may need to adjust the amount of water the lawn receives after a tree is removed since the tree won’t be drawing water from the lawn.
When you have a narrow gate into your backyard, you may find that some of the conventional DIY stump removal methods simply aren’t practical. Let’s talk about how stump grinding is the right solution for you.
Oak trees have deep taproots that go straight down into the earth. This helps them resist high winds, but it also makes the tree extremely difficult to dig out of the lawn.
So what exactly does stump grinding entail? This involves the use of a large machine to chip away the stump to a few inches below ground level, destroying the root structure as well. The grinder has teeth or blades that reduce the old stump wood to mulch.
Do you ever worry that an old tree stump in your yard is making the area unsafe for your children to play? We’re always here to help you create a safer place for your family.
You may have seen a tool called a "maddock" before, and may even own one. This tool is like a pick axe, with a vertical blade and a horizontal blade that make it a versatile tool. Before the stump grinder was invented, these were used to cut stumps out of the ground by hand.
Have you had to remove a tree from your property due to disease? It’s important to understand that the remaining stump can still spread that disease to your remaining trees, and thus it’s important to have it removed.
If you need to remove a tree because of potential damage to your home, it is important to remove the stump as well. Once a live tree has been cut, it can become a live stump that may still have the ability to cause damage to your property.
Old, ugly tree stumps can have a negative effect on the overall appearance of your landscape. But that’s not all! They can also reduce the value of your home and even pose a safety hazard.
While you’re waiting to have your stump removed, look at the rings on the tree trunk. Each ring represents one year in the tree’s age. If you count the rings, you can figure out how old the tree was.
We understand that some of the trees on the property may have been with you for as long as you’ve had the house. If your favorite tree didn’t make it through the last storm, let us remove the stump so you won’t have a constant reminder that the tree’s gone.
Having your trees properly cropped will save you money as it guarantees that your trees last much longer. Regular pruning results in safer, healthier, and more beautiful trees that are much easier to maintain in the long term.
When we discuss your project, we will need to know how many stumps you need removed, the diameter of the stump(s) at ground level, and if there are any buried utilities in the immediate area.
Dig out tree roots and cut them back when removing the stump. Cut the roots into small pieces and pull them out of the earth. They can be composted or mulched.
One of the benefits to our stump grinding services is the accuracy with which this process can be carried out. We are able to remove your unwanted stump with exact precision, without causing any damage to surrounding trees, plants, or landscaping.
