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November 24, 2018December 5, 2023

Is It Time To Get That Stump Removed?

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Tree stumps bring with them no benefits and plenty of risks. For many reasons, you should consider getting the tree stump removed from your yard.

When To Remove A Stump

Tree stumps can be physically removed at any time. Having an arborist remove the stump when felling the tree is the most convenient way to remove a stump. But they can still be removed at any time, if you’ve missed that opportunity. So why do it now?

5 Reasons Getting Your Tree Stump Removed is Important

Tree Stumps Are Hazardous

Stumps left on your property are far below eye level, and often blend into the landscape quite well. They can be a danger to children, neighbors, or visitors as a tripping hazard. They’ll also cost you money if you or your mowing service accidentally hits the stump when mowing your lawn, requiring a trip to the repair shop. Tree stumps create a liability on your property.

Curb Appeal

Whatever else tree stumps are, they’re certainly not pretty. They look the opposite of alive and healthy, which is how you want your landscape to look. Removing your stump means getting rid of an eyesore- your property will look better, and your neighbors will thank you.

Fresh Tree Stumps Cause Unsightly Re-Growth

When some species of trees are cut down close to or just above grade, they continue to generate sucker growth from the stump. If this happens you could spend time and money cutting down the suckers or spraying them with herbicides.

These suckers also take precious nutrients from the soil, and other parts of your landscape may suffer. If left to grow, these re-growing trees turn into ugly bushes. They won’t look like their former, proper form. These suckers are also poorly connected to their rotating trunk and can even become a safety hazard later if left be.

Stumps Attract Bugs

An old stump sitting in your backyard is like a readymade home for all sorts of insects. And they often attract white ants or termites, which could mean risking the safety of your home. The most worrying of these is probably termites. They’re drawn to exposed wood and will set up a colony in your stump. From there, it’s an easy trip to your house, and you do not want that. Even if your old stump doesn’t attract termites, it could attract other lawn pests, so you’re better off bidding it goodbye.

Space

In a garden bed, a tree stump takes up valuable planting space. The stump can take up space preventing you from planting new trees, enlarging your vegetable or flower garden, building a play area for your kids, setting up a picnic table, or adding a pool. If you have a project planned, the stump may obstruct driveways you need access to or slow construction. Tree stump removal will allow you to make the best use of your space.

Certainly, if you need stump removal, contact Sexy Trees today. Hiring a professional is more affordable than you may realize and will be money well spent.

August 14, 2018December 5, 2023

Why Remove a Tree Stump – Stump Removal

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Tree stumps are bad news. Generally unsightly on any property, they’re also trip dangers and can attract white ants and termites. They obstruct driveways, construction, and landscape design. They, unlike most things, actually have nothing good to offer.

Why Remove It

Tree stumps aren’t just ugly and inconvenient. If you let a stump remain in your yard, the tree can actually regrow, and roots and continue to spread. This can complicate your life in many ways, including damaging sewage and other underground lines, and above ground fences and structures. Depending on the type of tree, the roots may begin growing another above ground tree in a different location that the original stump. Basically, keeping the stump means keeping a lot of guessing and worry too.

Stump Removal is Hard to Do Yourself

Deciding to do it on your own requires a lot of time, muscle, patience, and some tools you may not have. There are tool rental businesses where you can rent some of the things you may be missing, but you won’t find a stump grinder there. It’s too specialized to be useful for most people.

If you do successfully extract all the root material needed to ensure the tree stays gone, there’s a really high chance that you’ll also destroy all the surrounding property, especially if you’re trying to remove an entire tree instead of a stump. Removing a tree stump is certainly not impossible to do yourself. The hardest part may be knowing if you’ve done the job fully.

Having it Professionally Removed is Worth the Trouble

Professional arborists and tree removers can remove a stump (or whole tree) and ensure the tree doesn’t return. Using specifically designed grinders, the work goes quickly. Aside from having the right skills and tools, professionals also take the burden of clean up off your plate.

We can make the work of stump removal no harder than a phone call for you. Call Sexy Trees today about having your stump or sick tree removed.

August 28, 2017December 5, 2023

The Hidden Dangers Lurking In Your Garden

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A beautiful garden can enhance your home and property values, but it can also present some unexpected risks to your house and family. Read on about some of the hidden dangers you may find lurking in your garden:

Dead Trees and Loose Branches

One garden danger can come from dead or dying trees. A dead or dying tree presents a danger when it gets unstable, falls down, or drops branches, perhaps hitting and damaging your home. You might be able to spot a dangerous tree by simply inspecting it closely. Consider whether it is leaning, whether the leaves look healthy, and whether the branches are drooping. If you notice any of these symptoms, your tree may be in bad shape. You should consider having it cut down or removed before it falls.

Normal, healthy trees do drop branches and limbs from time-to-time. However, these too can present some danger. Those branches and limbs could damage property or hit a person, on their way to the ground. They can also hit electrical lines. Once on the ground, they could become trip hazards. It is important to have your tree branches and limbs pruned or trimmed back skillfully by a professional arborist to prevent these hazards.

Tree Stumps and Roots

If you have a tree cut down, there may be a stump left behind. These too can present a hazard as a person or animal may trip over an old stump. Wood-boring insects such as beetles, termites, and ants may be attracted to an old, decaying tree stump. This could give them a shortcut to your home. Some tree stumps can also sprout new growth, which will be costly to remove.

When you consider your trees, you also need to think about the parts you cannot typically see. Extensive tree roots can cause problems to plumbing, sidewalks, and property foundations. When tree roots arch up above ground, they can become trip hazards. They are also difficult to work around when maintaining your yard with equipment. If you have tree stumps or troublesome roots, you may want to bring in a professional arborist to safely and thoroughly remove them.

Poisonous Plants

Another hidden danger that could exist in your landscape is poisonous plants. Many of us are familiar with Poison Ivy and Poison Oak. Some plants look nice, but they can be dangerous to pets that might eat them. Examples include Hydrangea, Buttercups, and Mistletoe. If you have a Red Maple tree, be aware that the leaves can be toxic to horses. Certain mushrooms can also be dangerous to both pets and adults. It is helpful to screen your yard or have a professional arborist screen for, and remove these plants.

Spiders, Insects, and Pests

Your garden may play host to some uninvited guests in the form of spiders and insects. Some of these could pose dangers to your garden or home, such as Japanese Beetles. Others can pose a danger to humans and animals, such as wasps or bees. You may want to use pesticides to keep these pests away; however, those chemicals can also create risks to animals and small children. If you see these pests around your garden, you may want to consult with professionals, who can help eliminate them.

Having a garden is an appealing and inviting feature for a home, but it does require some work to maintain and keep it safe. Consulting with a professional tree service company is one step towards maintaining healthy trees and safe garden.