How To Grind The Stump: Part One

Do you have a tree stump that is an eyesore and need it removed? We are up to the task. If you would like to try to tackle the task yourself, here is how you can get it done:

A stump grinder can be a little bit menacing to look with its rotating disc but it is not hard to use. The teeth or the rotating disc of the machine is what is used for grinding stumps. Most stump grinders have teeth attached to a hydraulic lever and can be moved up, down and from side to side. Listed below is the process on how you can use a stump grinder.

Step 1 – Trim the Stump

Before you do anything else, you will need to trim the stump to the ground. If you can cut off most of the stump so that the only remaining part is already at ground level. Trimming the stump will reduce the amount of work for your grinder.

Step 2 – Clear the Area

You need to remove large debris and rocks near the stump to avoid damaging your grinder. Your grinder is meant to eat tree stumps not rocks or other hard objects.

In Conclusion
There are other methods of removing stumps from your property. There are ways to remove stumps with chemicals as well as burning stumps out. Each method should be used cautiously.

If you’re not sure how to remove your stump, we would enjoy the chance to earn your business. We can have your stump removed and have the site cleaned up faster than you can imagine. Let us do the heavy lifting for you so you can relax and enjoy your weekend. We are your Richland stump removal experts and will show you why we’ve earned that.

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