The quick answer is no! Do not undertake to do this job unless you are a tree surgeon.
 
The process of removing a stump isn’t as easy as you might think. There are certain things you need to know when removing it properly and it's best to know exactly what you’re getting yourself into, so let us explain.
 
Why should I remove the tree stump? Can’t it stay there?
Yes, of course it can stay there, but here are some reasons why some people choose to have tree stumps removed:

• Tree stumps are unsightly. Stumps can make a beautiful garden look messy. Tree stump removal is an easy way to improve the look of your garden.
•  Many people decide to remove tree stumps when looking to sell their homes, as it can be a factor that puts potential buyers off.
• Stumps take up space. Could its location be an area that could be put to better use?
• Protect your home from your tree roots.  Tree roots have been known to damage pipes or sewage lines. If you are planning on removing your tree stump, it is important to have a professional tree surgeon remove the roots of your tree stump so that there is no risk of root growth.
• Protect your lawn from decay and pests. Tree stumps can spread decay and invite unwanted species into your garden. For instance, termites, beetles and other wood-boring insects. Once your stump has been infected it can spread to healthy trees or shrubs nearby.
• A tree stump can also grow fungi, which is dangerous for pets and small children. It is best to get the entire stump removed to prevent decay, mould, or infected wood from spreading.
• Tree stumps can be hazardous. Young children may trip over a stump or tree roots.

 
How to get rid of stumps and roots? 
If you’ve decided that stump removal is what you want, hiring a tree removal expert really is the best way to go. Removing a stump needs proper equipment, to ensure that the job goes ahead without any hitches.

​They will know the best way to remove the stump, whether that be burn or grind the stump down. By having the proper equipment there will be little damage to the rest of your garden.
 
Using a stump grinder is the easiest way to rid your lawn of your stump and only takes a couple of hours.
 
Burning the stump is cheaper than stump grinding, but takes much longer time to be effective, up to a couple of days. Once the chemical mixture has spread within the stump, it will be set alight. The tree will smoulder. Once it has burned and cooled down, the stump will be easy to break apart and remove.
 
As you can see, either route requires specialist knowledge, which is why we recommend that you call the professionals in.
 
At Tree Surgeon Essex, we offer the following tree services across Havering, Brentwood, Basildon and Chelmsford:
 
Tree pruning
Tree removal or felling trees
Pollarding
Crown lifting or Crown raising
Crown thinning
Stump grinding
Hedge trimming
Emergency tree care
 
Call us today on: 01708 578 017.

Site clearance is often required when:

• one wants to build a new structure where there are currently obstructions
• when a natural disaster, fire or other unexpected event has caused destruction

 
Site clearance companies often have a dangerous job that requires safety, health and legal considerations, they need to understand the idiosyncrasies of each unique situation as it arises, and use specialist equipment in order to quickly, cost-effectively and safely finish a job.

At Tree Surgeon Essex, we offer specialist site clearance services regarding any unwanted trees, shrubs or bushes. You can rest assured that whenever we undertake this type of work, that we offer a package of services that facilitate the clearance process, whilst at the same time keeping safety and regulations in the forefront of all that is done on the site.

Safety, Health and the Law
Perhaps the most important aspect involves maintaining safety at the site, the health of the workers and people in the area of the demolition, and an assurance that all local laws concerning these issues and demolition in general would be followed. We are able to adapt and plan for a variety of different types of sites and area that might need trees or bushes to be removed. We will apply regulations to all situations they might face so that no violations occur.

Having all of the necessary equipment
Tree Surgeon Essex have access to any equipment possibly be needed to perform the task of clearing trees and shrubs on a site. All of our arborists working on site clearances are fully qualified and able to perform the necessary takes on a wide-scale site clearance.

Removal of all green waste
We are happy to organise the removal of all the green waste that is on your site.

Let us help you clear the trees and shrubs from your site, so that you can begin using it for what you wish. Tree-Surgeon Essex is made up of a team of professional arborists that love working with trees all year round. Give us a call today on 01708 578 017.

We offer advice on:
  -  Tree Pruning
  -  Tree Removal or felling trees
  -  Pollarding
  -  Crown lifting/raising
  -  Crown thinning​
  -  Crown reduction
  -  Stump grinding/removal
  -  Hedge trimming
  -  Emergencies
  -  Site clearance

The quick answer, unless you are a tree surgeon, is no.
 
This isn’t as easy a job as it may seem and there are certain things you need to know when removing it properly. It is best to know exactly what you’re getting yourself into, so let us explain.
 
Why should I remove the tree stump? Can’t it stay there?
Yes, of course it can stay there, but here are some reasons why other people choose to have tree stumps removed:
 
Tree stumps are unsightly. Stumps can make a beautiful garden look messy. Tree stump removal is an easy way to improve the look of your garden.
 
Many people decide to remove tree stumps when looking to sell their homes. So that that it isn’t a  factor to put potential buyers off.
 
Stumps take up space. Could it be put to better use? What could you do with that space?
 
Protect your home from your tree roots.  Tree roots have been known to damage pipes or sewage lines. If you are planning on stump removal, it is important to have a professional tree surgeon remove the roots of your tree stump so that there is no risk for root growth.
 
Protect your lawn from decay and pests. Tree stumps can spread decay and invite unwanted species into your garden. For instance, termites, beetles and other wood-boring insects. Once your stump has been infected it can spread to healthy trees or shrubs nearby.
 
A tree stump can also grow fungi, which is dangerous for pets and small children. It is best to get the entire stump removed to prevent decay, mould, or infected wood from spreading.
 
Tree stumps can be hazardous. Young children may trip over a stump or tree roots.