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How to Grind a Stump Infographic

Look, no one wants to remove trees from their lawn, but there are a few reasons that you may have to. After all, trees don’t live forever. And when they eventually depart this world, we are left with a massive monument, a totem to their being in the form of a gigantic piece of wood stuck deep inside the earth. But once you have cut down a tree, and are left with the stump. How do you remove it?

Well, let's dive in!


What are the advantages of grinding a stump?

There are a few reasons you should consider removing a stump. This infographic tells us 4 of these reasons; 1. It's fast, 2. the leftover sawdust can be used as mulch, 3. It will not leave a hole in your yard and, 4. It keeps the area smooth and reusable. 


How do you remove a stump?

The method you use to remove a stump will be determined by where the stump is located, how big it is, and what options may be available in your area. 


The most common method to remove a stump is to use the aptly called stump grinder which will quickly grind away the remaining bits of the stump. The second method, my favorite, is to burn the stump. But this can only be done if the location is safe to do so.


How do I remove a stump with fire?

Removing a stump with fire is the most affordable way to remove a stump from your lawn. If the stump is located where it is safe to do so, grab a 50-gallon barrel with no bottom and use it to set a fire over the stump. Feed the fire until the stump is removed. 


At the end of the day, it is a great idea to remove a stump from your lawn. Not only does it aesthetically look better. It also improves the value of your landscape and makes the space usable again for a new tree, or whatever else you may envision. This infographic is brought to you by Clear View Tree Services.  

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