When you decide to remove a tree on your property, it means there is a reason for it. But the one thing you should acknowledge is that a tree removal project will leave a stump behind. You think the stump is nothing but an eyesore, but it could cause you more trouble than you expect.
Some property owners would rather leave the stump behind instead of removing it. The reason is that they are clueless on how to do it right, not realizing that they can hire someone else to do it for them.
If you want to get rid of the stump, then you should acknowledge the effort needed to do it right.
Why Remove a Stump?
That stump in your yard is an annoyance, but it’s not the only reason why you should get rid of it. Other reasons include that of it being a tripping hazard, overgrown roots from underneath, and the possibility of sprouting back to life.
Removing a stump is necessary since its presence would disrupt the natural flow of your outdoor space. New sprouts could appear in a matter of days, especially during the rainy season. Meanwhile, the roots beneath it continue to spread, which eventually will find their way to the home foundation, drainage system or the plumbing pipes. Even if you cut the tree, the stump will most likely continue growing, which means the roots could wreak havoc to nearby structures.
Tree stumps are unsightly – another reason why you should get rid of them. Removing it makes sense if you are planning to use the space it occupies for a meaningful purpose, maybe an extension of your garden, building a swimming pool, or a playground for your kids. The presence of the stump prevents you from doing those things because it occupies an otherwise useful area.
If you’re looking at selling your property, you’d want to get rid of the stump first because it ruins an otherwise beautiful yard. You want to make the most out of selling your house, but you cannot give a prospective buyer a reason to haggle on the price just because there’s an annoying stump outside.
The danger of having a stump in your yard is no laughing matter. If you have kids and pets who love to play outside, they could trip and get injured. If you’re hiring someone to mow the lawn and you forgot to tell about the stump covered in grass or vegetation, the lawnmower could run over it and get damaged. If you don’t have a fence and people go in and out of your property, they could easily trip on the stump, and you become liable for their injuries.
The bottom line is you must remove the stump before anything unfortunate could happen.
Hiring the Pros
Removing a tree stump on your property is no do-it-yourself job. It requires training, experience, and most importantly, the right equipment. You’ve seen a ton of videos online that provide a step-by-step guide on how to do it right. The problem is you don’t have a chainsaw or stump grinder. You can lease one, but the skills required are not something you learn overnight.
The reason why hiring a professional stump removal company is that you want to prevent the likelihood of getting injured and causing damage to the surrounding property and structures.
Safety is of foremost importance in a stump removal job, and only an expert can guarantee it. Again, it isn’t a DIY type of home improvement job.