How can I get rid of a bush with utility lines underneath it?

• <div><p>If you want to remove a bush that’s located on top of utility lines, you’ll need to call your local utility company to determine the best course of action. If you can’t dig out your stump its roots, cutting a bush off at ground level might be the best you can do. Adding a planter over top of the cut branch or planting something else around the stump can cover the area while the stump decomposes.</p></div>

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Last update on July 22, 2021

Reviewed in July 2021
They did a good job of getting the stump out but they did not take the chips away I'm 71 years old and I have to find help to take the chips away
F & E Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2017
The two brothers were right on time, got to work and got it done quickly without sacrificing quality. Their cut-ins were great as were the small patching some unneeded . They did a hall bath and our kitchen. In by 9AM and out just before 1PM. Coats are smooth, even and coverage is fantastic....
Complete Painting Co
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Reviewed in April 2017
Lousy. The resulting 4 tile chip damages are located in the back wall, well above the bath tub. Obviously, the worker did not step into the bathtub, instead was standing within the narrow 41” strip width floor space area, lifting the countertop to their chest-level, trying to re-orient by...
Hard Rock Stone Works
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Reviewed in April 2014
To be fair I am not the easiest person to make completely happy so these guys did a pretty good job. I call this company for a quote on the removal of four trees and some brush on my lot and got a response the next day with a reasonable quote. They were close to my house so I excepted the bid...
T-N-T Tree Service Inc
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Reviewed in April 2014
The team of two arrived early, surveyed the work to be done, and began immediately. I asked for a very large area to be cleaned, and I think they were here about 3 hours. They first sprayed some sort of dirt releaser, then used a large scrubbing brush to clean the tiles, followed by a rinse...
Selective Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
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Reviewed in April 2014
Everything about their service was fine. They even did my job with light rain coming down and patches of snow and ice on the ground. I didn't have them do any chipping and shredding of the tops and limbs because I have township brush collection, but they do have a big, commercial chipper and...
SPEARS TREE SERVICE
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Reviewed in March 2014
well, i guess i can put my paint brush away. Nelson and Steve of Ultimate Painters have convinced me. They paint covered corners, and the paint lines are very straight !! They are very Neat, neat, neat. I am glad i used them and they are reasonable on the price. I give them an A plus, Plus they ...
The Ultimate Painters
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Reviewed in July 2013
They did an awesome job. The crack sealing was taken seriously and they applied the sealcoating with a brush to really get it on thick and even. A+ job <br />
JB Sealcoating
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Removing leaves prevents mold growth and ensures grass gets sunlight and air circulation.

Some states have bans on disposing of yard waste in plastic bags in landfills. Yard waste takes up space in landfills and releases methane gas when disposed of improperly. It's best to repurpose it naturally to benefit your garden and the environment.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Overall, artificial turf maintenance isn’t time- or labor-intensive, especially compared to natural lawns. To clean artificial grass, you can start by raking away any organic debris, like leaves and dirt, that have blown in from somewhere else. Then, break out the hose to take care of most messes that are left over.

If you want to remove a bush that’s located on top of utility lines, you’ll need to call your local utility company to determine the best course of action. If you can’t dig out your stump its roots, cutting a bush off at ground level might be the best you can do. Adding a planter over top of the cut branch or planting something else around the stump can cover the area while the stump decomposes.

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