Can you burn a tree stump?

• <div><p>It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. </p><p>Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it. </p><p>If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.</p></div>

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Q: Can I use a chainsaw to kill a tree stump?

• <div><p>You can use a chainsaw, but it won&rsquo;t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion. </p></div>

Q: How long does tree removal take?

• <div><p>For small trees, tree removal should take just a couple of hours to complete. Assume that a mid-sized tree will take between four and eight hours, depending on the extent of the equipment required and the health of the tree. Remember to add up to two hours for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tree-stump-removal.htm">stump removal</a>. Larger trees could take as long as one or two working days, about eight hours each.</p></div>

Q: When do dead trees fall over?

• <div><p>If a disease has attacked and destroyed the roots, then the tree may fall over as soon as it has died or while part of it is still alive. Trees that die with their roots left in place tend to stay standing for much longer, but those roots will decay eventually, allowing gravity to do the rest.</p></div>

Q: Does stump removal include roots?

• <div><p>Stump removal often includes a good portion of the roots, but not always. It ultimately depends on the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/options-tree-stump-removal.htm">method of removal</a>. If you&rsquo;re paying for chemical rotting or stump burning, then the roots will generally not be included. If you opt to pay more for manual removal or stump grinding, your stump removal professional will usually remove or grind down the larger roots. Root removal is important if you plan on placing landscaping features over the area in the future, as roots will gradually rot and collapse, leaving unlevel land behind.</p></div>

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Mike quoted the needed repairs. I accepted his quote, and gave the OK to start work. At the end of the first day, Mike came to me and said he missed some rotted wood on the project and that if I wanted it fix it would be an extra $350.00 plus the cost of the additional supplies. This put the...
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In addition to mowing my lawn I hired them to mow my 80+ year old in-laws yard and they are very. Motor Mouth Mowing not even mows, but does a great job trimming, edging and cleaning up after. I have also hired them to do a major yard cleanup involving removing "junk" trees and overgrown...
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Reviewed in December 2023
Best around. Removed chain link fence, installed new vinyl fence. Work was beyond my expectations. Cleaned up every day after themselves. Kept me informed through whole proces. TimelyÃ¢Â Â¦.politeÃ¢Â Â¦courteousÃ¢Â Â¦. Installed vinyl hand railings on my front porch.. CanÃ¢Â Â t say enough...
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Reviewed in April 2022
Arrived promptly and completed job efficiently removing all debris after completion.
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They removed and installed new 6 panel doors. Added hinges and doorknobs. Installed new baseboards. Painted all rooms on the second floor and hallway. And added casing around the window.
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Reviewed in November 2016
Jon is very professional and did an excellent job. He is meticulous and very careful not to get paint on any of the trim. Jon has an excellent work ethic. He removed the shelf from the closet before painting and also removed the stair rail before painting the stairwell. The original estimate did...
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Reviewed in June 2014
Went very well. Tree removed in timely manner. Ground was wet so they even laid down board so they wouldn't make ruts in yard. Very friendly and professional. Highly recommend
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Reviewed in August 2013
When I discussed hiring Cutting Edge Lawn service, Jeff was courteous and very helpful. He set up a schedule and got his lawn care professional started within the week. When I saw the results the first day, the lawn was mowed and edged very well, and they did all of the detail work I...
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We have a 30+ year old inground swimming pool that we are in the process of remodeling. Pool Crafters wrote in their advertisement, "swimming pool building and remodeling, liner replacement, deck replacement/repair." Their ad also states "Call us for your whole backyard makeover."They have been...
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I called May 8th for an estimate and spoke to the owner Dan. He said that he was going to be busy but that he would try to get by to look at the roof and give me an estimate. I told him that he didn't need to rush and anytime was fine. To my surprise when I came home from work that day there...
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