Two Problematic Stump Removal Mistakes to Avoid
Stump removal, when done incorrectly, can damage equipment and possibly cause personal injury. If you don\’t have stump removal experience or can\’t get help from someone who does, it\’s best to let the professionals handle it. Here are two DIY mistakes you should avoid:
Letting Mother Nature Take Its Course
While natural decay works well enough in the forest, a stump can cause a number of problems on your property. In a last-ditch survival effort, tree stumps will often grow shoots with leaves that photosynthesize the sugars necessary for continued growth of the shoots and of the roots. If you do not keep up with shoot removal, the stump will become even more unsightly and the root system can damage nearby sidewalks or underground pipes. If you removed the tree because its roots were causing problems, then these problems will continue.
Because the stump will take years to completely decay, it will be hazardous to people running in your yard and can potentially damage your lawn mower. It may attract insects and pests that can spread to your home or sting people, in the case of bee nests. If you removed the tree because of disease, then the disease may persist within the stump and could spread to other trees on your property.
Buying a Chainsaw and Cutting the Stump Out
For the inexperienced person, stump removal is a dangerous way to get chainsaw practice. Cutting out a stump can propel pieces of wood and rock at high speeds, while improper cutting technique can cause the chainsaw to bind or kick. Working close to the ground is an added complexity that the beginner should avoid. When attempting this, always wear eye protection, hearing protection, and gloves.
Save yourself the trouble, time, and risk of tree stump removal by hiring the experienced and certified professional arborists at Advanced Tree Care.
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