Tree Stump Removal

Tree stumps are often discarded due to various reasons, these include; for safety, space and landscaping. It is important to assess a stump before removing it. This will enable you to choose the appropriate techniques and methods according to the stump size. A stump’s age and size are the determining factors when it comes to removal. Old and small stumps are easier to remove compared to large and mature ones.

1. Removing a Stump by Hand

Tools required are; a chainsaw, pick mattock, shovel, ax, digging bar, chain and a four wheel drive truck

Steps

• Remove any lower branches from the trunk using a chainsaw
• Cut off the top section of the trunk using an ax
• Use a pick mattock, shovel and digging bar to dig in order to expose the stump roots.
• Cut the roots with an ax
• Try pushing the stump until it is uprooted, if not, keep cutting the roots till it gets loose.
• You can also tie the chain on the truck and stump the pull it out.

2. Chemical Stump Remover and Killer

You will need potassium nitrate, a drill, chainsaw and an ax.

You will need; a chainsaw, potassium nitrate, a drill, shovel, scarp wood, hot water

Steps

• Use the chainsaw to cut the upper exposed part of the stump.
• Drill 1 inch holes on the upper surface and sides till they meet at a 45 degrees angle.
• Pour potassium nitrate into the holes and feel them with water.
• Wait till the stump becomes spongy, this might take six weeks.
• Use an ax to break it.
  

3. Burning a stump

You will need; a chainsaw, potassium nitrate, a drill, shovel, scarp wood, hot water and a lighter.

Steps

• Drill about 10 inch deep holes at the center of the stump
• Fill them halfway with potassium nitrate
• Pour hot water into the stump till the potassium nitrate dissolves.
• Place scarp wood on top of the stump, light them and let the stump burn.
• Use a shovel to break any remaining pieces.
• Fill the hole with soil.

4. Rotting the Stump.

You will need; a drill, high nitrogen substance, and water

Steps

• Drill 10 inch deep holes into the stump
• Fill the holes with the high nitrogen substance
• Pour water into the holes
• As the stump softens, chip it off.
• Fill the remaining hole with soil.

5. Grinding the stump away.

You can rent a grinder for about $200. You will also need a shovel, mattock, chainsaw and rake.

Steps

• Use a shovel or mattock to clear stones around the stump.
• Use the chainsaw to cut off the stump as much as possible.
• Put on the grinder, lower it about 3 inches into the stump and move it side to side.
• Repeat the process till the stump is about 4 inches below the ground surfaces.

For any question about Tree Stump Removal Call your local Las Vegas Tree Trimmers for help!