Stump Grinding
Removing All Traces
When removing a tree or large shrub to ground level, a small proportion of the trunk or stem remains in the ground. This is known as the 'Stump'. A stump can remain in the ground without causing any harm, however if you wish to replant then it is necessary to remove it. There are many reasons why a stump should be removed: when a new building is to be constructed, when a new fence is to be erected or when it is not appealing to leave an old stump in the lawn.
The most efficient way of removing a stump is by using a Stump Grinder. The Stump Grinder has a large cutter wheel with a number of teeth which rotates at high speed; this is placed onto the stump and lowered progressively until the stump is ground out.
This machine is capable of grinding various sizes of stump and can grind to a depth of 300mm below ground level. This may leave some of the root system intact, however without the tree in place these will eventually rot away. There will be a pile of chippings and soil left behind in the hole to rot away. If a stump was diseased and threatens the health of other plants then we would advise chippings and soil be removed and replaced.
Why Alba?
Alba Tree Services arborists provide a prompt and reliable service at all times. We operate a comprehensive 24 hour emergency service year round and pride ourselves on our extensive professional industry knowledge coupled with a realistic practical approach to all our work.