Stump grinding effectively eliminates tree remains from the yard. This essential landscaping task maintains your home’s curb appeal and prevents people from tripping over a hidden stump. If your backyard needs this service, use the guide below to learn more about it.

What to Know About Stump Grinding

Why is this service needed?

If the stump dies, it’ll decay and attract unwanted insects. These pests will infest moist areas and damage your yard by feeding on healthy leaves and grass.

If the stump is ignored, its roots may continue to thrive. They’ll force their way through nearby holes and openings, like cracks in the patio and driveway. The roots will eventually widen the fissures until the surface breaks completely.

Will stump grinding harm the surrounding landscape?

Your technician will take every precaution to ensure nearby greenery isn’t affected by the grinding machinery. For example, they’ll place protective mats on the ground to prevent damage to softer, more vulnerable parts of the yard.

What does stump grinding involve?

A technician will use a special cutting machine with a powerful blade to cut through the wood and break it into small pieces. They’ll work their way below the soil’s surface to address every part of the structure. The process can take anywhere from a few minutes to a couple of hours, depending on the stump’s size.

What happens after the process?

Although stump removal will leave a hole in the ground, the technician will use the grindings as mulch to fill it. This creates a safe, usable surface for you to start a new landscaping project. Another option is to use the stump mulch throughout the yard to prevent weed growth.

If you need to schedule stump grinding, turn to our team at LPN Landscaping & Tree Service, LLC, in Waialua, HI. We proudly serve clients throughout Oahu and use state-of-the-art equipment to provide high-quality tree care services. Visit our website to find out how we can help your landscape, or call (808) 677-6746 to schedule an appointment.