Ask most homeowners about the one project they’ve been putting off for the longest time, and they will likely point to a tree that’s sitting on their front lawn. Most people are hesitant to dabble in territory which they are unfamiliar with, and this is the most common reason why homeowners shy away from tree removal projects. Tree removal, although seemingly simple, carries a fair number of risks that aren’t work taking considering the reasonable tree removal costs which most arborists charge.
If, for instance, you decide to take a chainsaw to the oak tree in your front yard, it may assume an unintended trajectory and cause damage to your home and any occupants that may be inside. Furthermore, you might cause damage to an adjacent property entangling you in a messy legal battle. Even if you are the ambitious type and have some experience in removing trees, most areas require that removal contractors carry special licensure.
If you are like most people, your main motivation behind removing a tree on your property yourself is to avoid the cost of tree removal. Fortunately, this can be accomplished with minimal risk of injury or damage. One of the most protracted components to the tree removal process involves removing the stump. The cost of tree stump removal or grinding is usually over $100, so the homeowner can net a decent savings. Most arborists will charge you exorbitant amounts of money to remove this unsightly remnant of a tree that once was. Fortunately, you can pocket this money without breaking much of a sweat.
There are various ways you can go about removing a stump, from renting a stump grinder to some painstaking manual labor. However, you can simplify the task using special chemical agents which will accelerate the rate at which the stump rots. From there, it can be removed with the aide of a chainsaw and axe. The large majority of stump removal agents contain potassium nitrate. In order to treat the stump, you will have to drill several holes on the exposed side of the trunk. These holes are to then be filled with the potassium nitrate.
The effect of this chemical can take several weeks to manifest, so in the mean time the stump is best left alone. Consider covering it with a tarp or similar to prevent kids or pets from coming into contact with the stump remover. Once the several week period has elapsed, you should find that the stump is much more fragile. A few swings of the axe should yield complete removal of the stump. Be sure to dispose of the rotten wood properly to prevent any problems with insects.
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Written by Genie Simmons
Topics: Garden