Why go through the expense of having trees removed from your property only to leave unsightly stumps in their place? Tree stumps and surface roots are rather unattractive and can take years to decompose on their own. We recommend grinding the stump to a depth of 6" to 12" depending on your requirements for the area. Grinding stumps down below the surface of the topsoil allows for effective repair and replanting of the area. When done properly, stump grinding eliminates the disturbance of the surrounding lawn area. Proper removal also prevents any regrowth developing around the stump area, as the removal process prevents suckering (the small sprouts) of the living stump.
We use a lightweight machine about the size of a riding lawnmower which will grind to a depth of about 18 inches. The stump is chewed into wood chips with a self-propelled machine to the desired depth below the ground. The resulting chips are neatly raked into a mulch pile of earth and wood chips where the stump was. The mulch pile is left for the client's use or is leveled off to ground level and the excess removed. The mulch created by the grinding process can be recycled by using it in your flower gardens to control weeds and maintain soil moisture. The stump grinder will fit through a 36 inch gate if your back yard is enclosed by a fence.
Many people choose to replant a new tree once a tree and stump have been removed. If you plan to replant a new tree, place it at least 5-6 feet away, in any direction, from the old site to allow for proper root development.
If you are tired of mowing around those unattractive stumps or just want to enhance the appearance of your property, give us a call. We'll come out and inspect the area and give you a free estimate on the cost to grind those stumps down. If we remove a tree for you, stump removal costs can be included in your free estimate. Prices for stump removal include surface root removal as well.
