(and other commonly asked questions)
Do you need to remove one or more tree stumps from your garden or commercial plot? How to deal with tree stumps is a common topic on forums and social media sites, so we decided to answer some of the most frequently asked questions.
What is a stump grinder?
A stump grinder is a machine equipped with a rotating cutting disc that chips away at tree stumps, reducing them to wood chips. It’s used to remove the visible part of a tree stump by grinding it down to below ground level.
Should I buy or rent a stump grinder?
For single projects, it is almost always better to hire a stump grinder than to buy one. After all, once you have ground down your stumps, why else would you need a grinder? Even if you have a large number of stumps to remove, do you really want the inconvenience and cost of having to store and maintain your grinder until you can sell it on?
If you are in business as a gardener or grounds maintenance provider, buying a grinder may be more cost-effective than hiring, but you must weigh up the expected frequency of this type of work with the costs involved in maintaining and storing your grinder.
Should I grind a stump or remove it?
Grinding a stump is much quicker and easier than removing it. However, if you need to replant or build in the exact spot where the stump is located, you will need to dig down and remove the entire stump including its root system. There are several methods for removing a tree stump (using chemicals, fire, etc.) but they all take a lot of time and effort.
Are grinders easy to use?
Many stump grinders demand a level of skill and physical effort to operate them. Smaller more user-friendly models are available for domestic projects. Talk to us to find a stump grinder that will fit your specific project needs.
What size stump grinder do I need?
This depends on size of your tree stump and the project’s complexity. A portable grinder is often sufficient for a small to medium-sized stumps. Larger stumps may require a more powerful, self-propelled model.
Visit our stump grinder hire page for full details, or contact us for advice and guidance.
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