There are two options when it comes to removing a stump. You can either have it completely removed using a backhoe or have it ground with a stump grinder. In removing a stump, we use a medium-sized backhoe to pull up the stump and huge roots. Most of the time, only commercial developments or properties do total stump removal. Eliminating a stump is more costly and can cause damage to nearby areas.
Stump grinding is more popular among 95% of our clients when it comes to getting rid of the appearance of a stump. We use our Vermeer stump grinder to grind the stump 3-6 inches below the ground, just enough to remove its appearance allowing other plants to grow on it. Using the right equipment, stump grinding becomes a breeze. However, it can still be a dirty job and can cause damage to the nearby areas. At Vail Tree Service, we make a rather messy job into an easy process with our Vermeer or Morbark grinders. We will leave minimal damage to your landscape. After we’re finished with the process, your land will be ready for re-planting seed, sod, and other landscape plantings.
No stump is the same. They differ when it comes to their difficulty to grind. This is because they have different species and their age is also something to consider. These things will determine how easy or difficult removing a stump will be. The likes of Oaks and Maples are the most challenging to grind. Cedars and Pines or matured conifers, on the other hand, are the easiest to grind. A stump’s age, as well as its size, is significant factors whether a stump is easy or difficult to grind. No matter what factors are involved, Vail Tree Service can get rid of the stump with our skill and premier Vermeer stump grinders.