When you cut down a hazardous or dying tree, you’re left with an unsightly stump in your yard. Stump grinding from a reliable tree company can make it like the stump was never there, providing a multitude of benefits for your property. Below are a few things you should know about this service if you’re thinking of having it done.

A Homeowner’s Guide to Stump Grinding

What is it?

Stump grinding removes the central part of the stump from below the surface of the ground, allowing topsoil and vegetation to grow over it. The deeper parts of the stump are left underground to decay naturally. This is different stump removal, where the entire stump is dug out of the ground and most or all of the root system removed.

What are the benefits? 

Grinding a stump is a fast and simple way to make your property more aesthetically pleasing and safer, without causing damage to your yard. It eliminates the tripping hazard and also helps prevent pests and disease from making a home in the stump as it decays.

How is it done?

The process requires a good deal of effort in addition to special machinery. A grinding or chipping machine is brought to cut away at the stump in layers. The residue left behind is wood chips or sawdust, and it provides nutrients to the soil as it breaks down, which is ideal if you plan to plant grass or flowers there.

How deep does it grind?

The depth of the grinding will vary depending on the stump’s depth and size. It should be at least 4” below the ground’s surface, but can be as deep as 8-12” if the stump is sizable with a deep root system. A seasoned professional will know what depth is optimal to minimize the chance of resprouting and to allow plants to grow above it.

 

Do you need affordable, reliable stump grinding to improve the look and functionality of your property? Asheboro Tree Experts in Climax, NC, has over 40 years’ experience in tree services. Their tree company serves Randolph County with comprehensive storm cleanup, tree trimming and removal, log hauling, and stump grinding and removal. Learn more about their services online or call (336) 629-1028 for a free estimate.