Removing a tree from your property means also deciding what to do with the stump. While it may seem like the simplest option is to leave it be, hiring a tree service company to remove the stump is a much smarter choice. Below are a few of the reasons why.

Why Tree Stump Removal Is Important

1. Aesthetics

A tree stump in the middle of your yard is unsightly. In addition to detracting from the beauty of your colorful flower garden, well-manicured lawn, and/or backyard landscape, it can also bring down the value of your home by negatively affecting its curb appeal.

2. Safety

Even if the stump on your property is not readily visible, it’s still essential to have it removed by a tree service company. People, children, and even pets could easily stumble over it and hurt themselves.

You could also be held liable if the stump is on the perimeter of your property and a passerby trips on it and injures themselves. A hard-to-see-stump also has the potential to damage expensive lawn equipment if you accidentally hit it while mowing or weed whacking.

3. Unwanted Growth

When a tree is cut down, the stump’s root system is still alive. This means that it can develop new sprouts and produce new growth.

In most cases, this new growth will consist of unstable bushes and small trees that are unattractive and difficult to manage. Having a tree service remove the stump will eliminate this possibility and help keep your lawn neat and tidy.

4. Pest Problems

Termites, carpenter ants, beetles, and other pesky insects are attracted to dead wood. If a decaying tree stump on your property becomes infested, these pests will likely spread and cause damage to healthy trees and shrubs nearby. Decaying stumps can also harbor diseases that may endanger the health of the other greenery in your yard.

If you need a tree stump removed from your lawn, get in touch with Rivertown Tree Service in Hastings, MN. Serving homeowners and businesses in the Minneapolis south metro and Hager City areas for more than four decades, this tree service company uses state-of-the-art equipment and time-tested techniques to keep your yard healthy and looking its best. In addition to tree and stump removal, they also provide stump grinding, land clearing, and tree maintenance. Visit their website to learn about their services, and call (651) 438-3704 to speak with a helpful staff member today.