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Tree Removal: How To Remove A Stump

There are several reasons why homeowners want their tree stumps removed from their yards. Do you have them in your home but haven't considered removing it? The reasons stated below, as well as the simple steps on how you can remove a stump, may change your mind.  Stump Grinding Auckland Why Stump Removal? Health & Safety : Perhaps the most important reason for it is to prevent accidents from occurring due to it. Kids who run around the yard may fail to see the stump and trip over it. A rotting tree stump also attracts insects and pests. That's fine if they are confined to your yard, but what's stopping them from making their way into your house? Convenience : Tree stumps can get in the way of your daily activities. For example, when you're mowing, you have to maneuver your heavy lawnmower every time you encounter it. Accidentally bumping into it can also damage your lawnmower, so it makes sense to avoid this and get the stump removed. Appearance : Unless your yard f...

Stump Grinder Rental - What You Need to Know

Stumps can break up your lawn, are tripping hazards and can make basic lawn maintenance more challenging. While you could hire a professional service to remove your stumps for you, a stump grinder rental may be a more economical route.   Stump Grinding & Removal Auckland A stump grinder is large gas-powered tool that resembles a tractor mower with a large lever protruding out the front. A steel studded disc is mounted on the end of the lever and is used to chip away at the wood, leaving a large hole in the place of the stump. The lever is generally operated with hydraulics and can be moved up and down and side to side. A basic stump grinder rental is usually about the size of a lawn mower, though some models are as large as a truck.  Best Tree Stump Grinders in Auckland Using the stump grinder to remove a stump is fairly easy but does require some serious safety precautions. Before you begin, you need to remove all rocks from around the base of the stump. Rocks can dull th...