Stump Grinding & removal

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Stump removal will completely remove the stump from your property but is more invasive, and involves the use of chemicals which creates small disturbances to the surrounding soil around the stump. In this process it removes the stump entirely along with the trees roots as well. Stump grinding is a more efficient process, which leaves the roots of the tree behind, where it will decompose over time. However, with stump grinding (which leaves behind the roots) there is the risks of regrowth and/or sprouting in the area. 

After stump grinding, the roots will begin to rot and decay, which can take up to ten years to completely decay. We take special precautions to prevent regrowth from occurring which include severing the roots from the base. Depending on the type of tree and its size, its roots are sometimes 4-12 feet or beyond from where the stump is located. Which is why them naturally decaying over time is such a lengthy process.  

If you don't remove or grind the stump on your property, there are multiple problems that can occur down the road. Firstly, not removing or grinding your stump can have regrowth which is unsightly to say the least and takes away from your properties appearance. Believe it or not, a full tree can grow from a stump over time, which defeats the purpose of removing the tree to begin with. Secondly, rot and decay will occur which attracts insects and creates a breeding ground for harmful disease and fungi.

When trying to do the job yourself without the experience and know how, there are many reasons that will leave you wishing you didn't. When you remove or grind the stump by yourself, you can easily do more harm than good if not done right. We've seen people take the task on themselves, and break water lines which flooded their properties. Or damage gas lines which presented a fire hazard and costly repair. We have even heard of people cutting into underground electrical lines and electrocuting themselves. So, if you are thinking about doing it yourself, we strongly advise against it. Call us today, and we'll take care of the rest!