{"id":16,"date":"2014-04-07T04:58:51","date_gmt":"2014-04-07T04:58:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weremovetreestumps.com\/stump-grinding\/?page_id=16"},"modified":"2021-05-18T10:56:51","modified_gmt":"2021-05-18T16:56:51","slug":"diy-do-it-yourself-stump-removal-tips-tree-stump-removers-in-wa-stump-removal-grinding","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.weremovetreestumps.com\/stump-grinding\/diy-do-it-yourself-stump-removal-tips-tree-stump-removers-in-wa-stump-removal-grinding","title":{"rendered":"Stump Removal Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Useful Tips to Consider About Stump Removal<\/h2><\/div>
by Jay Barrow<\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]I have been involved in this business in one way or another since about 1983. I have worked hurricane damage in the southern states, coastal wind storms in the Northwest, non-stop busy summers in the mountains of the Sierra Nevada, and have seen just about any situation you\u00a0<\/span>never<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>thought of regarding the removal of tree stumps. Here is some information that I hope you find useful or at the very least, entertaining.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]
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Accessing the Stump<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]Our main stump grinding machine is a 4WD state-of-the-art beast\u00a0customized to handle any job efficiently and precisely–as long as we can get it to the stump. When you contact us for stump removal services, you will want to be sure that we have a clear path to your stump.<\/p>\n

Our machine measures 36″ in width allowing it to fit through most standard backyard gates.\u00a0But if you’re unsure about access, you’ll want to go ahead and measure any narrow openings to be sure our machine fits, We’d like to emphasize the importance of measuring between the two narrowest points along the path.<\/strong><\/p>\n

If the path is restricted, it is also important to consider turns and angles along the path. In most cases, we’ll need to be able to maneuver the machine 180\u00b0 around the stump for the best results. We’ve found that comparing our grinder to a small riding lawn tractor is helpful when trying to communicate its size and maneuverability.<\/p>\n

You will also want to make us aware of any hillsides or steep grades that we may encounter along the path to your stump. Though our stump grinder is 4WD and capable of handling many\u00a0hillside scenarios, it has its limits. If you have doubts about whether your terrain is too steep, send us pictures from a couple of angles so we can offer an assessment.<\/p>\n

In some cases, we have been able to climb stairs or remove fence posts or other hindrances, but\u00a0not always.<\/p>\n

If you’re in doubt as to whether we can access the stump(s) you’d like removed,\u00a0please send us pictures of the area in question so we can offer an assessment.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”1919″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_border” border_color=”black”][vc_empty_space height=”22px”]