Stump removal in Alton

You should remove a stump if you want a safe and tidy garden.

• Remove stumps to stop new shoots from growing and draining soil nutrients.
• Clear stumps that block your path to prevent dangerous trips or falls.
• Take them out before you start building work or laying new paving.
• Landlords should remove stumps to keep their properties safe for tenants.
• Check with the council if your tree was in a protected area first.

A specialist will arrive with a noisy machine called a stump grinder.

• They check for hidden pipes or cables buried under the ground first.
• The machine chips the wood into small pieces using a spinning blade.
• They usually grind the wood down about 300mm deep below the soil.
• This leaves a pile of wood mulch which is great for flower beds.
• The professional will tidy the area and leave the ground level and safe.
• You can expect some loud noise while the machine is running.

Removing a stump makes your outdoor space much easier to enjoy.

• You can mow the lawn easily without hitting hidden wood blocks.
• It stops honey fungus from spreading and killing your other healthy plants.
• Your garden will look better without an old, decaying stump visible.
• You gain extra space for a new shed, patio, or flower bed.
• It removes a nasty hazard for children or pets playing outside.

It is helpful to understand how the process works for your garden.

• Grinding is much faster than waiting years for rot to occur.
• The main root crown is destroyed to stop the tree returning.
• You can choose to keep the leftover chippings for your garden paths.
• Specialists use safety guards to keep your windows and lawn clean.
• Most garden projects can start straight away once the stump is gone.