Leaving a tree stump behind can lead to a whole range of issues down the line. From pests and tripping hazards to frustrating regrowth, that stump can quickly turn into more trouble than it’s worth. Here’s what to do with tree stumps to prevent these issues on your own property or grounds.

Why You Shouldn’t Leave A Tree Stump Where It Is

Pest Magnet 

Decaying wood attracts various wood-boring pests, such as ants. These kinds of pests are attracted to dead and decaying wood for nutrition and habitats. The real issue with this, though, is that they rarely stay there for long and will quickly migrate. They can spread to other healthy trees or structures, causing expensive damage and dangerous hazards. Getting the stump removed will prevent an infestation before one begins.

Regrowth 

Some species of trees will attempt to regrow themselves from the stump. This often results in offshoots from the stump that are both unsightly and create ongoing maintenance problems. You’ll find yourself continuously removing these offshoots only for them to grow back again. Prevent this problem early by getting the stump removed.

Risk of Accident 

Tree stumps are tripping hazards, particularly in areas with plenty of other foliage that may obscure them from view. This is a serious concern, particularly in a public space. For the sake of safety and your peace of mind, it’s best practice to have the stump removed altogether.

Visual Appeal

Random tree stumps on the ground can really take away from an area’s aesthetic appeal. Outdoor spaces should be nice places to immerse yourself in and add value to your property, and a random stump will take away from that. Getting them removed helps you keep your property looking tidier.

Tree Stump Grinding

Tree stump grinding is one of the most effective ways to deal with unwanted tree stumps. It involves using specialist machinery to grind the stump down to below ground level. This method removes the visible portion of the stump to just below ground level or can be completely removed if preferred, ready for whatever you want to do next, whether that’s laying turf, planting new trees, planning to build or simply reclaiming the space.

At Arborcure, we assess the situation and recommend the right approach depending on the location, size of the stump, and what you want to do with the space afterwards..

Call In The Professionals

Trying to handle the situation yourself is not what to do with tree stumps. Tree stump removal and tree stump grinding are jobs that require specialist tools and plenty of experience. Luckily, we have both, so if you need a tree stump removal service, the best thing to do is get in touch with us at Arborcure. We’ll be able to ensure the job gets done properly to a satisfactory result.