Stump Grinding in Grays

Stump grinding describes the process where the stump of a tree that has been previously felled is disposed of. Typically after tree felling a couple of inches of the trunk and the root structure are retained in the ground, making the surrounding space impractical to use along with potentially providing a habitat for pests or harbouring tree diseases such as honey fungus. If your garden has stumps in the ground, removing them could open up the space, presenting you with added space which could be used to broaden your lawn size or add new areas to lay patio or decking. Competent stump grinding companies can clear away stumps of any scale. The operation typically comprises slicing the stump as low to the ground as possible using a chainsaw, and afterwards making use of specialised stump grinding devices to grind away at the stump. Stumps are ground down to about 10-12 inches below the ground surface to allow replanting, however sometimes landscaping projects might require the stump to be removed deeper than this. The wood chipping that is created by the stump grinding can be either infilled back into the hole and used as compost for other areas of your garden, or the stump grinding company may remove it and dispose of it in an environmentally friendly manner. Also, numerous specialist stump grinding companies offer specialist small equipment that can be used if there is restricted access to your garden for example, via a side alley.