If a homeowner has cut down a nuisance or dangerous tree in their yard, they face the prospect of having to remove the tree stump left behind. There are several ways to get rid of the stump, including digging it out by hand. Here is how to do this laborious task as described by an Arlington tree removal service.
Aim For The Roots
Grabbing a sturdy shovel, start digging in the immediate vicinity around the stump. This will expose the roots which lay around the stump. Dig in a circle around the entire circumference of the stump, trying to expose as much of the roots as humanly possible. If the roots are extremely deep, it may be better to call a professional such as Arlington tree removal service. The manual digging method works best and is much easier when the roots are closer to the surface.
A Real Cut-Up
After the roots have been completely exposed, it is time to cut them up. Try to cut them into smaller pieces for easier handling. It is fine to just toss them into a pile. The proper tools for this job will be either a set of loppers or a root saw. Avoid using an ax or a hatchet as the blade may shatter if a rock is struck hard enough or the blade may become stuck if the roots are not dug out deeply enough.
Keep Pulling
To pull out the remaining roots, use a tool known as a grub hoe. There is the possibility some more cutting may be needed, this is normal and the aforementioned tools may be used to finish the task of cutting the roots. Just keep working until all of the major roots have been removed.
Removal
After the roots have been cut away, it should be fairly easy to pull the stump up and out of the ground. If there are roots remaining underneath the stump, dig them out and cut them away. The stump may be used for firewood or compost.
Contact us if this seems like too much work and the stump needs to be removed quickly and efficiently.
