When a tree is chopped down, the roots are still there below the surface. You can easily ignore the roots because you don’t see them. However, there will be a stump left over as well, and that’s a little tougher to ignore. Some people are perfectly happy living with a stump in their yard, but others are not. If this describes you, read on for some removal and stump grinding options.
Stump Removal Options
* Chemical removal: High-nitrogen fertilizer is poured onto the stump and it naturally disintegrates. This option is the least expensive, but it takes years.
* Self-removal: This is best for smaller stumps, and it will only work if you have the proper equipment.
* Dynamite: This is the least practical option, and it goes without saying that it’s very dangerous (and illegal, depending on where you live).
* Hire a stump grinder: This is by far the most convenient and safest option.
How Stump Grinding Works
When you hire a stump grinding in Fayetteville GA contractor, they will bring a 25-60hp grinder to your home. Expect to pay at least $100 just for the service call and the first stump, and $25+ for every additional stump. Prices can vary depending on the size and condition of the stump; decomposed or deteriorated stumps are easier to remove and therefore less expensive.
Some stump grinding companies offer package deals where they charge a set amount for a predetermined number of stumps, and a reduced amount for each additional stump. For plots of land where there are numerous stumps, a larger machine will be required. Larger removal jobs are usually flat-rate and negotiated, or paid by diameter or per hour.
Doing the Work Yourself
If you’re the DIY type, you can rent a stump grinding machine for smaller jobs. Expect to pay from $125-$250 per rental day, and an additional charge for delivery. A 10hp grinder is appropriate for a small or rotten stump, but you won’t be able to go very far below ground with such a small machine. If you need to go far below grade, call a stump grinding professional.
