Stump grinding is the easiest, safest, and most cost-effective way of removing a stump. The question however is how tree specialists determine the cost of grinding your stump. Knowing this in advance can help you make the suitable financial arrangements so that you are not caught off-guard or stuck with a dangerous and ugly stump in your backyard. Here are some of the things that will be taken into consideration when determining the cost of stump grinding and removal.

Preparation of the Stump

One of the ways the cost of a stump removal is determined is how much work is involved before and afterward. Even if the tree fell on its own due to natural causes, you can use a chainsaw to cut the stump lower, so the specialists don't have to do that for you. Another form of preparation includes clearing up the area surrounding the tree stump. Remove any stones, plants and any other thing that can cause trouble during the grinding process. It is best to do all the groundwork because you will be charged more if you don't.

Challenges Available

Not all tree stumps are in clear areas where the grinder can just go in and out without problems. Some stumps are surrounded by concrete due to a building foundation or pool fence, others have grown around a steel fence, and some are even below buildings. Removing such stumps is exceptionally challenging and requires tactics and specialized equipment such as handheld or portable grinders which will take longer and also use more energy. The more challenging it is to remove a stump, the higher the cost.

The Extent of the Roots

Some trees, like Chinese Elm, Bamboo and fig trees, can have quite extensive root systems. To prevent such a tree from growing back, the roots have to be dug out as much as possible. Extensive, deep root systems makes the cost of stump grinding high as opposed to trees whose roots are on the surface.

Expectations

What do you want to do with the place after the stump has been removed? What do you want the specialists to do with the tree remains after removal? These are questions that the service providers will ask you before they start the job. If you want to plant something else there, it's important that they dig up a bit deeper to remove everything and also mulch the stump for you. Any extra service you require will probably attract an additional cost.

Leaving tree stumps in your yard can attract termites and cause accidents. It's essential to consider tree lopping and complete stump removal to avoid such issues and make space for new trees and flowers.