Stump removal
After a tree has been removed, many homeowners are left wondering what to do with the stump. While it is fine to leave it where it is and it’s true that insects and other critters will make it their home, an old tree stump can become an eyesore, create safety hazards, and get in the way of future landscaping. Professional stump grinding is the quickest and most effective solution to remove the stump.
Some stumps can cause problems by producing unwanted shoots, particularly from species such as Poplar, Willow, Flowering Cherries, Gleditsia, Robinia, and some grafted fruit trees, leading to ongoing issues.
Stumps are also a common trip hazard, especially where children play or when they are in the lawn. They can damage lawnmowers and make it difficult to create a smooth, usable outdoor space.
Many people assume they can remove a stump themselves, but even relatively small stumps can have an extensive root system. Digging them out by hand is labour-intensive, causes injuries, and is often unsuccessful.
Stump grinding uses a specialised machine fitted with a rotating cutting wheel to grind the stump down below ground level. Rather than digging out the entire root system, the stump is reduced to wood chips, allowing the area to be replanted, grassed or landscaped with minimal disruption to your property.
When using a stump grinder, we assess the area for underground services and use guards to prevent flying debris from causing damage to property. The stump is then ground down to an appropriate depth depending on how the area will be used afterwards. The resulting wood chips can be used as an excellent source of mulch.
We provide professional stump grinding throughout Franklin, Pukekohe and South Auckland. Our equipment allows us to access very tight spaces, and our stump grinder can even be carried through a house if necessary. Our equipment also minimises damage to surrounding lawns and gardens. Once the stump has been removed, you’re left with a tidy area ready for your next landscaping project.
If you have an old tree stump that’s becoming a nuisance, don’t put up with it, there is an easy solution.