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How Are Uprooted Tree Stumps Removed? The first thing that we do is eliminate the hazard. Secondly, we determine the best way to uproot the remainder of the stump. Usually half the stump is uprooted while the other half is partially or fully secured to the ground. Stump grinding machines, bobcats, excavators, or manual labor and tools are the options.

Stump grinders can be rented from machine rental houses by the day.

The most practical way to deal with large stumps like that is with a stump grinder. There are some that are self propelled on rubber tracks. They are small and powerful machines. At the hands of a conciencious operator you could expect little additional damage to your woods.

Be VERY careful when you cut the trunk off the root plates. Oct 07, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner dig out a stubborn tree stump.

(See below for a shopping list, tools, and steps.)SUBSCRIBE t. After you’ve removed the stump, you should cover or enrich that section of your yard.

For those who are not up to the physical effort, or have a tree stump is too large to remove by hand, there is an easier-though much slower-method.

In more natural areas, put mulch or wood chips over your newly formed hole. For grassy landscapes, fill the hole. Dug around the stump over half way, leaving the rest of the roots for support for cutting the roots under the tree. Also do not want the stump to come down on anyone. removed as much dirt as i could so i could cut of the root up to the stump so a person can dig under the stump. then the next step will be to cut the roots under the tree.