Tree Stump Removal in Nottingham & Leicester
There are several ways to remove a tree stump, some of which you can do yourself via use of chemicals, burning or digging it out. All of these are either labour intensive or can take many months, even years to remove the stump. The easiest method is to call a professional tree surgeon for all of your tree stump removal needs. Looking for tree stump removal near me? Contact us by calling 07814 097 068, or send us a message and we would be happy to provide a free quote!
What Is Tree Stump Grinding?
Tree stump removal by grinding is the most common method as it is easier and less intrusive than full stump and root removal. A machine will grind the stump down to below ground level, removing it from sight completely.
Can I Remove A Tree Stump Myself?
There are ways to remove a tree stump yourself, however these can either require a lot of manual work or having to wait several months for chemicals to take affect.
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Tree Stump Removal By Hand
While it is possible to remove a tree stump by hand, this is very intense manual work and probably only makes sense to attempt on very small tree stump. It can be extremely difficult to remove large tree stumps in this way, so the following methods would be more practical.
Tree Stump Removal Chemicals
You can purchase tree stump removal chemicals or "tree stump killer" as it might be named on the shelves. This involves drilling holes into the stump and pouring the chemicals into the holes. You would then need to leave the chemicals to soak into the stump for several weeks or even months. The tree stump would then become spongey and much easier to remove yourself.
Burn The Tree Stump
Another tree stump removal method is to burn it. Again this requires you to drill multiple holes all over the top of the stump and fill them with chemicals, then ignite the stump and wait for it to burn through. Once complete you can then usually break apart the remaining stump with a shovel or axe.
Tree Stump Grinding
The quickest and easiest method to remove a tree stump is to grind it. This requires specialist equipment and is therefor usually carried out by a professional tree surgeon. The stump will be ground down below ground level, allowing the remaining stump to be buried underground so it is out of sight. Get in touch for a free evaluation by our experienced tree surgeons!
Removal of Tree Stump With A Grinder
Tree stump removal using a grinder should be done by a professional that knows what they're doing as it can be dangerous using the machinery. Here are the main steps your tree surgeon should take when grinding a tree stump.
Preparation
Ensure to wear all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) to reduce the risk of injury. Helmet, visor, hearing protection, gloves, heavy duty clothing, and work boots are all advised when grinding a tree stump. Dig a small trench around the base of the tree stump to ensure there are no large rocks or other items that could cause unnecessary damage to the grinder.
How Deep To Grind
You want to grind the stump deep enough so that it is below ground level and can be covered by soil, paved over or for new lawn to be laid. Typically grinding the stump 6-10 inches below ground level is sufficient.
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