Stump Grinding

Professional Stump Grinding by Steven at Eco Tree Solutions

Once a tree has been removed, the remaining stump can often be an unwanted reminder of the tree. It can take up valuable garden space, make mowing difficult and become an obstacle when redesigning your garden.

At Eco Tree Solutions, Steven provides professional stump grinding services, removing unwanted tree stumps and allowing the area to be reclaimed for future use.

Steven is NPTC, Lantra and City & Guilds qualified, giving customers confidence that their tree work is carried out by a properly trained professional.

What Is Stump Grinding?

Stump grinding uses a specialist machine to mechanically grind the remaining tree stump below ground level.

Rather than excavating the entire root system, the stump is gradually reduced into wood chips. This is often a practical solution where the aim is to remove the visible stump and make the area easier to use.

The depth required will depend on the stump, its location and what you intend to do with the area afterwards.

Why Have a Tree Stump Ground?

An old stump can cause several problems around a garden or property.

Stump grinding can help when a stump is:

• Taking up valuable garden space
• Making mowing difficult
• Creating a trip hazard
• Getting in the way of landscaping
• Preventing new planting
• Interfering with garden improvements
• Becoming unsightly
• Located where a new lawn is planned
• In the way of a patio, border or other project

Removing the stump can give you a clearer, more usable area.

Stump Grinding for Garden Improvements

If you're planning to redesign your garden, an old tree stump can become an obstacle.

Once the stump has been ground down, the area can potentially be incorporated into your landscaping plans.

Depending on the depth and the proposed use of the area, you may be able to:

• Lay new lawn
• Create a flower border
• Replant the area
• Improve access
• Redesign the garden
• Prepare the area for landscaping

Further preparation may be required before planting or construction.

Stump Grinding vs Stump Removal

Stump grinding and complete stump removal are different processes.

Stump Grinding

The visible stump is mechanically ground down below the surrounding ground level. The roots are generally left in the ground to naturally decay over time.

Complete Stump Removal

Complete removal involves excavating the stump and a larger portion of the root system.

For many domestic situations, grinding can be a more practical option where complete root removal isn't required.

Steven can advise on the most suitable approach based on the location and what you plan to do with the area.

Grinding Stumps in Domestic Gardens

Garden access can sometimes be restricted, particularly where trees have been removed from rear gardens.

Before work begins, the access route and location of the stump are considered so that suitable equipment can be used.

Care is also taken around:

• Fences
• Walls
• Paths
• Flower beds
• Buildings
• Underground services
• Other garden features

Safe Stump Grinding

Stump grinders use powerful cutting machinery and can throw wood chips and debris at high speed.

For this reason, the working area needs to be appropriately managed and people and pets should be kept away while the machine is operating.

Steven's qualifications include:

NPTC • Lantra • City & Guilds

Professional equipment and appropriate safety procedures are used for the work being undertaken.

What Happens to the Wood Chips?

Stump grinding produces a quantity of wood chips.

Depending on the job and your requirements, these can potentially be used as a temporary mulch or removed as part of the site clearance.

The resulting area can then be levelled and prepared for its intended use.

Will Stump Grinding Remove the Roots?

No. Stump grinding primarily removes the stump and the upper portion of the root system.

The remaining roots will generally stay underground and gradually decompose naturally.

If you need the entire root system removed because of a planned building project or another specific reason, complete excavation may be more appropriate.

Does Your Garden Have an Unwanted Stump?

If you've had a tree removed and are left with an awkward stump, stump grinding can provide a practical way to reclaim the space.

Steven at Eco Tree Solutions can assess the stump, access and surrounding area and discuss the most suitable solution.

Contact Eco Tree Solutions

Professional stump grinding by Steven — NPTC, Lantra and City & Guilds qualified.

For stump grinding and professional tree services, contact Eco Tree Solutions to discuss your requirements.

Remove the stump. Reclaim the space. Improve your garden.