Your property is left with a stubborn stump after cutting down a dying tree. Tree companies can fully remove the remnant and leave a huge hole in your yard, or you can choose stump grinding for a less intrusive option. Grinding is not only less expensive than removal, but you’ll also experience additional gains.

Why You Should Consider Stump Grinding

1. Avoids Insect Infestation

Your leftover stump is an invitation to nuisance critters. Pests like termites and carpenter ants will set up shop inside the remaining tree base, and decaying wood attracts beetles and other wood-boring insects.

It only takes a few stray bugs to wander from the stump to the inside of your house and trigger an infestation. Grinding the stump below surface level will prevent pesky irritations from inundating your yard. 

2. Maintains the Structure of Your Yard

Stump grinding requires less effort and force than a full extraction. Stump removal involves power-hungry machinery to remove the stump and roots. The process costs hundreds of dollars and will leave a gaping hole on your property.

Grinding is less labor-intensive and can cost under $100 depending on the size of the stump. Remnants are ground up to 12 inches below the yard with smaller and more efficient tools. You’ll save money while using a more environmentally friendly option.

3. Removes a Hazard

Tree stumps are eyesores in well-manicured yards. They present a tripping hazard for children and can damage lawn mowers.

It’s impossible to plant new trees near the remnants, and the untreated stump will encourage fungi growth that is harmful to pets if ingested. Instead of waiting decades for the stump to decay, invest in stump grinding to improve the look of your landscape.

Tidwell’s Tree Service in Macon, GA, has provided tree maintenance services to the Macon and Milledgeville areas for over 30 years. They employ trained arborists to determine if a tree is healthy or if it’s time to take it down. They specialize in a host of services, including tree trimming, pruning, and emergency tree removal. Visit their website for information about stump grinding or call them at (478) 755-1515.