If you have a tree stump on your property, the idea of getting rid of it can seem daunting. Luckily, there are tree services that companies provide to get rid of any stumps you want removed. The most popular option is tree grinding, which is described below.

Why You Should Remove Tree Stumps

When a tree is cut down because of disease or risk of falling, you should remove the stump as well. Not only does having a stump make landscaping more difficult, but it also can attract pests like termites and carpenter ants. Once on your property, these bugs can spread to your home and cause serious damage to your home’s foundation.

Even after the tree has been cut, the root system will continue to grow if no tree service is performed. This puts your underground sewer pipes at risk of being damaged. Tree stumps are also an eyesore and reduce the overall property value, which may be a concern if you’re thinking of selling your home.

How Stump Grinding Tree Services Work

Stump grinding doesn’t require digging up the entire root system, which may expand far and wide underneath your lawn. This process allows you to get rid of the problematic stump while avoiding damaging the surrounding landscaping.

A trained professional will use a hydraulic mechanism with an attached steel cutting wheel. The wheel has extremely sharp teeth made of steel that spin at high speeds, which allows it to cut through the wood and grind it down. As it is being cut, it creates fine pieces that can be used as mulch for landscaping. The professional will grind the stump until it is a few inches beneath the ground, and then they cover up the remaining root system with soil so you can plant new landscaping on that plot of land.

 

If you want to remove a tree stump in your yard, schedule professional tree services from the experts at H & H Tree Service in New London, NC. For almost 25 years, their fully licensed and insured team of arborists have helped local homeowners with a variety of tree maintenance services. They have the tools and experience needed to safely and effectively remove any stumps without damaging the surrounding landscaping. Schedule an appointment by calling (704) 463-0353 or learn more about their services online.