Throughout the summer of 2018, we carried out a lot of tree root removal. Stockport Tree Services helped a high number of clients across the Manchester and surrounding areas. We were aided by the exceptionally warm and sunny weather.
We removed a lot more tree stumps than usual, some were removed via stump grinding.
What is Stump Grinding?
A stump grinder or stump cutter is a power tool or equipment attachment that removes tree stumps by means of a rotating cutting disc that chips away the wood.
The machine removes the stump in layers of about an inch at a time, until it has ground out the entire root bowl well below the surface. The wood chippings that remain can be then left to safely rot down.
Problem Tree Roots
We had several tree roots that were inaccessible and required an alternative and old-fashioned approach.
Sometimes there’s no better solution then to roll your sleeves up and start digging! Using a couple of spades a fence post shovel and an axe, we were able to remove the offending tree roots for our customers.
Tree Root Removal
Before digging out the tree roots, we first lifted the surrounding turf to ensure the best possible looking result. When the tree root bowl had been removed, we then proceeded to remove the soil from around the root bowl, trying to expose all the surface roots which we then cut through with an axe.
You might be wondering why we would not use a chainsaw to sever the tree roots, the answer is a simple one. Chains on chainsaws are not designed to cut through dirt and quickly become blunt. Even a modest amount of dirt can mix with the chain oil lubricating the blade and form an abrasive which dulls the edge of the chain. It is therefore vital to avoid using chainsaws in the removal of tree roots if at all possible.
Having cut through the tree roots, we then remove the root bowl which can be hard because of remaining tap roots. We then fill in the hole with the soil we removed and relay the turf to leave the spot as undisturbed as we possibly can. Clients who have employed us for this service were more than happy with the results this week.
Need Tree Stumps or old Tree Roots Removing?
If you need a troublesome tree stump removing or old roots cutting out, contact Stockport Tree Services today.