Stump Grinding vs. Stump Removal

The terms "stump grinding" and "stump removal" are commonly used interchangeably, but they refer to two distinct methods of removing tree stumps. While both techniques involve removing tree stumps, they yield different outcomes and are more suitable for specific circumstances.

A professional service such as Stump Blaster uses a stump grinder to grind the stump down into mulch a few inches below ground level. This method is faster, less intrusive than stump removal, and environmentally friendly. The remaining portion of the tree stump will eventually decompose, returning nutrients to the ground.

Stump grinding has a minor impact compared to stump removal, and the resulting chips are as valuable as mulch. However, it's worth noting that stump grinding will only address some of a large tree's roots.

Stump removal involves removing a tree stump and its root ball entirely from the ground and filling the hole level with dirt. The size and type of stump determine whether the removal can be done by hand or with heavy equipment. For example, an excavator would dig a large hole around the stump to remove it intact.

Stump removal can be more expensive and time-consuming than stump grinding. Still, it is necessary if any new construction in the area could eventually be affected by settling resulting from the root system decaying below grade.

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