Stump Removal FactsheetStump Removal Factsheet
When we
have removed a tree from your property you will be left with the stump and this
sheet may assist in your decision whether and how to remove it. You will have 4
options all with their benefits and drawbacks. Please consider each option
carefully with our tree surgeon when making a decision regarding the stump. Please
make our tree surgeon aware of any underground pipes and cables on your property
that could affect any tree work.
Leaving the stump in situ
When
the tree has been felled, a stump will remain cut to the lowest possible level
Benefits
·
The cheapest option as there is no
cost involved.
·
No disruption to surrounding soil
and garden
Drawbacks
·
Stump may be in the wrong position
if you are considering landscaping or building an extension
·
May not look particularly
attractive and could be a hazard to trip over
Poisoning
This is suitable for
trees that are likely to re-grow from the stump or roots remaining in the ground
e.g. Willow, Poplar, Sycamore. Our tree surgeon would apply a widely available
herbicide, which is safe to use around pets and children, that will help prevent
re-growth from stump and roots.
Benefits
·
Second cheapest option
Drawbacks
·
The stump will remain but re-growth
should be minimal
Manual
removal of stump
The stump and any visible
roots would be removed by digging it out manually
Benefits
·
If this is the only feasible option
e.g. because of pipes & cables
nearby or there is no room for access for a stump grinding machine to enter the
property or if the stump is too close to an obstruction for the machinery to
work.. (Remember, fence panels can often be removed to allow access into your
property)
Drawbacks
·
The most expensive option as it is
the most labour intensive
Stump
Grinding
If a stump is to be
removed this is the most popular option taken by our Customers. Our quotations
include the mechanical removal of the main bowl of the stump and backfilling the
hole that is left with the soil and grindings that have come from the stump.
Debris from the stump grinding often appears more than is envisioned and to
start with the soil and grindings will be heaped above the hole. In time the
grindings will rot way and the soil will settle. If you do not wish to wait for
the debris to settle you may wish to spread it over the garden as it mulches down to make a good soil improver. Some Customers feel they would prefer the excess grindings to be taken
away. This will incur additional cost to the stump grinding quotation. Please
also discuss with our tree surgeon the possibilities of remaining roots which
could hamper any building work or landscaping projects
.When using the stump grinding machine,
guards are placed around the equipment to help prevent debris from being thrown
from the worksite.
Benefits
·
Quickest and most cost effective
method of stump removal
Drawbacks
·
May not be possible if access is
not wide enough for a stump grinder to enter the property
·
The proximity of underground pipes
& cables or other immovable objects may prevent or hamper operations
·
Paving slabs may need to be removed
so the stump grinder has access to the stump