Cost to remove large tree stumps usually has to do with the cost of labor. This is especially so when the stumps happen to be bigger than a tree branch. Usually, there are at least two ways to remove a tree stump; the first one is by digging and the second by using a power pickax or a wheelbarrow. In some cases, if the roots have become too big, then a third option may be required. That is using a crane to remove the root ball.
The best time to dig a stump is when the tree is still alive. This allows the arborists more time to carefully plan and dig around the stump to its maximum diameter before it breaks off and becomes a hazard. If the tree has just died, then the process will be more time consuming. Here are some steps that are often followed when stump grinding is needed:
Step One: If the tree is still alive, it is best to just wait for the fresh sap and fluids to come out of it. This is called the'spilling process' since the fluids are usually removed with it. It is important to note that this is a delicate procedure that involves taking great care with protecting the tree lopping and stump grinding techniques. It is also recommended to have an extra hand to help you out in the process of removing the dead tree.
Step Two: Once the wet contents of the stump have come out, you can go ahead and clean it up by using a mulch. The most ideal tree disposal is one that uses an open 24 hours supply of mulch. This helps in preventing any organic matter from being left behind and rotting the place where it is poured into the hole. It also helps in preserving the structural integrity of the structure because the water can easily seep through.
Step Three: Beach flotation or tree removal using a crane is the next method to use. A crane is used to slowly lower the dead and decaying tree down from the area where it is dumped into. A piece of rope or chain is wrapped around the crane which helps in lowering it into the water. You may have to use a piece of rope to hold it down while the chain or rope is lowered into the hole. A beach flotation device is used at the same time so that you can keep the crane in place safely.
Step Three: The last but not least method is the chipper and shredder. You can either choose to use a chipper or a shredder depending on the amount of waste that you have to dispose. For large tree stumps that cannot be reduced to mulch, a chipper is usually the better option. If there are a lot of decayed and dead leaves in the stump then you can opt for a shredder to get rid of them.