Tree Stump Removal

Tree stump removal can seem like a frustrating and difficult part of outdoor landscaping. The good news about tree stump removal is that there are easy and safe ways to remove unsightly and inconvenient stumps without paying a fortune for professionals. Depending on the size of the tree stump, removal can be a relatively painless process if you are willing to exert a little effort and a little patience.

If your tree stump is excessively large or difficult to remove, find a professional who will give you a reasonable rate and comes highly recommended. If your stump is excessively large, you might need professional tools or professional help for the stump removal process, but most stumps can be removed with a little hard work and education.

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The first step for tree stump removal is to clear back as many of the remaining branches as possible, and cut the stump down to a smaller, more manageable height. Once the stump is no higher than a foot tall, begin to dig around the stump in a perimeter. The object of this tree stump removal process is to remove the stump and the biggest section of its root structure in one lump.

Don’t dig too close to the stump. Digging further out around the edges will provide more leverage and easier digging. Once the roots are beginning to be exposed, begin cutting the roots that branch off the main root structure. Cut carefully, using a good digging spade. Once you have detached most of the spreading roots, the stump will begin to move. Carefully extract the stump, its root system, and the surrounding dirt.

The worst thing that you can do when trying a tree stump removal process is to use your vehicle! Tying a stump to the back of a pickup truck may seem like a good idea, but it definitely isn’t! At best, the stump can pull the back bumper of your vehicle off. At worst it can employ the airbags, destroy the frame of your vehicle, break the axles, and do many other damaging things to your vehicle. If you choose not to try the tree stump removal process safely by hand, consult a professional to do it for you.

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