There are so many facets to taking care of a property. Ask any property owner and they will tell you that if you let a property go for too long it’s an uphill battle to get it back under control. A conversation about proper property maintenance won’t go too long without touching on tree care and maintenance.
If you have unwanted tree stumps in your backyard you most likely want to have a stump removal job or get them managed. The truth is that removing a tree is only half of the job. If Your Tree still regrow after stump removal you should hire a professional, all be it not the same size. If the tree stump is growing along a fence line, under the structure of the fence it can still impact the structural integrity of the wall.
On the flip side, when trees on a property are managed well they can drastically increase the enjoyment of the property and have a positive impact on the value of your home. From casting welcome shade in summer, a jungle gym for your kids and sometimes even a source of food. Australians love their trees – and our trees love us back (if you take proper care of them!)
Make Space For A Landscaping Project
Most of the time a tree has grown right in the middle of the yard, exactly where you would like to put a garden bed, pool or BBQ area. If the tree has fallen over in a storm or been cut down and removed the stump may still be in the way.
By stump removal or grinding the stump you will free up valuable real estate that you and your family can access.
Remove Tripping Hazards
Stumps that remain in the ground present a hazard as they are hard to see, especially at night. They are a real tripping hazard threat for anyone in the vicinity.
For investment properties and commercial real estate, leaving a stump close to or in a walkway can present a significant liability risk for you as the property owner.
It is definitely in your best interest to remove the hazard and provide a safe area for people enjoying your property.
Reduce Food Available For Termites and Other Pests
The ever-present threat in Australia is termites and other pests. Leaving dead and rotting stumps in the ground is the perfect breeding ground for unwanted house guests. It is best practice to reduce the amount of food for these critters so that you don’t risk them “jumping” over to the main residence or shed.
In Perth, some suburbs are at risk more than others, however, it is best to remove these food sources anyway.
Remove Unsightly Rotting Stumps
Owning a property is to own a slice of your oasis. Taking care of that oasis can give you, the property owner, a level of satisfaction that is hard to describe.
There is nothing worse than inviting friends and family over for a backyard BBQ and having the view spoilt by unsightly unfinished projects.
For commercial properties, this can reflect poorly on your business and send a message to present and potential clients “This business can’t take care of their premises little own my business”
Small projects to clean up a property can have a pleasant effect on property value too, it’s time to get it done!
Tree May Still Sprout
After a tree removal and the stump removal left to its own devices nature will find a way to grow once again. After only a few short months a stump will attempt to regrow by sending shoots out.
By removing the stump you will be saving yourself extra work in the future. Your future self will thank you!
What Are The Options For Tree Stump Removal/Management?
There are a few options you have when it comes to removing stumps, however, there are two clear options that come out as the best. These are:
Stump Removal and Stump Grinding.
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding is when a machine is used to shave down a stump so that it is below the level of the ground or at least out of the way. This is a high-risk job and is best left to professionals.
The advantages are that it’s cost-effective and less labour intensive.
However, it still presents a food source for pests and in the case of a landscaping project, the stump will still be in the way.
Stump Removal
This is the best option as it’s the best possible way to remove a problem for now and in the future.
An experienced team of technicians make the job look easy, however, it can be a difficult and dangerous job.
Depending on where the stump is, what type of tree and other factors this will influence how big a job it is.
If access is clear to the site of the stump a team will normally be able to remove it in half a day.
If you have an unwanted stump growing on your property be sure to give us a call, we can assist you no matter how big or small the job!