West New York Stump Removal
Stump Removal & Grinding
Reclaim Your Property with Precision Stump Grinding
A tree stump is more than simply unsightly; It is also a long-term tripping hazard and a bug-attracting zone (such as termites and carpenter ants) that are attracted to decaying wood. Using powerful, thin-profile grinders, Tree Care Pros West New York will be able to access those typical of Hudson County homes where there are tight entryways and small areas to maneuver around.
In addition to shaving the top off of a stump, our grinding method allows us to remove large amounts of stump material below ground grade by cutting through the roots at the root flare and converting the stump into rich mulch. With this professional stump removal process, you will be able to plant new trees, lay down sod, or pour concrete over the newly leveled area within hours.
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Why Stump Removal Matters?
Risk of Liability: Since tree stumps can be hazardous for people walking in their neighborhood, such as when partially hidden in tall grasses or snow, they can be a risk to passersby and guests. Also, if you hit a tree stump with a lawn mower, there may be kickback, and potentially serious damage to the lawn mower or injuries to yourself.
Attracting Pests and Rodents: Rotting wood is attractive to all types of carpenter ants, termites, and wood-boring beetles, etc. However, since these insects start in the stump, they typically go into your other trees or wooden home foundations. Additionally, many rodents live in the hollow areas of decaying stumps.
Transmission of Fungi and Diseases: Stumps provide a place for fungi and diseases to multiply and spread to other parts of your yard and/or to your neighbors’ yards. For example, some fungi grow mushrooms that are poisonous to pets and young children; also, the decay process creates bad smells that stay in your small urban yard for months.
Sprouting from the Base of the Stump: Many common tree species will continue to sprout new stems from the stump (called suckering) even after the rest of the tree has died. These suckering stems will take away nutrients from the soil and make large groups of unattractive stems that need to be constantly pruned back to prevent them from taking over your yard.
Reduced Property Use: A stump prevents you from using that area of your property to install a patio, deck, or play structure. Additionally, it will hinder the ability to lay new sod on that area of your property and may delay building a new home, renovating, or making improvements to your existing home because you cannot have a level surface.
Lowered Curbside Appeal: With so much competition in today’s housing market in northern New Jersey, an unkept tree stump will lower your property’s value to potential buyers. Many people viewing a property for sale see a tree stump as a sign of poor maintenance of the property and assume the whole property is being poorly maintained.
Increased Labor Time to Maintain Your Yard: Because tree stumps are a barrier to mowing your lawn and edging around your lawn, the time required to maintain your yard will increase. The increased number of hours required to trim around each tree stump will likely result in additional wear and tear on your lawn care equipment.
Equipment for Stump Grinding and Techniques Used By Us
Commercial/Residential Heavy Duty Stump Grinder
Tree Care Pros West New York has a large inventory of commercial/residential grade stump grinders (professional equipment) that will be able to cut down any size of stump. Whether you have a large area in your commercial lot or a very small backyard, we will have a machine to fit your needs.
Large Diameter Stump Grinders (High Torque/Stump Mower)
Our high-torque stump mowers are used for removing large diameter stumps that come from larger trees. The aggressive grinding wheels are capable of cutting up to 2 to 3 feet below the surface. They will completely remove the core and vertical root system of the stump.
Small Diameter Stump Grinders (Compact/High Access)
To get into the narrow alleyways and small entrance gates in West New York, we use compact/high-access grinders. Even though they are smaller than most grinders, they can deliver enough force to grind even the hardest stumps.
Specialized Tooth Configurations/Cutting Attachments
We carry many different tooth configurations and cutting attachments that allow us to adjust the way we grind depending on the density of the wood and the type of soil we are working with. This allows us to achieve a clean and efficient grind regardless of what type of tree is being removed.
Advanced Techniques for Grinding
While we strive to provide an aesthetically pleasing appearance to the surface of your lawn, we also take care to remove the stump as well as all sub-surface remnants.
Deep Grinding (For Future Development)
Whereas standard grinding will usually reach 6 to 12 inches below grade, our deep grinding service will remove stump material up to 18 inches below grade. Deep grinding is especially important if you plan to build a house or other structures in the future, as this allows you to have a solid base for your new development.
Peripheral Root System Removal
In order to provide a safe and level surface for your lawn, we will remove as much of the lateral root system as possible from around the stump. This will eliminate potential hazards such as uneven surfaces or tripping hazards, and prevent invasive root systems from growing up into newly planted plants or hardscapes.
Efficient Multi-Stump Sequencing
If you have several stumps to remove at one location, we will work together to create an efficient sequencing of operations to allow us to complete each stump as quickly and safely as possible.
