What kills tree roots naturally?

• <div><p>Rock salt or Epsom salt can damage and kill tree roots over several weeks and can even assist in <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/options-tree-stump-removal.htm">removing the tree's stump</a>. However, you need to drill holes or cut into the stump and surface tree roots to inject them properly with the salt. Repeat the process every two weeks until the roots visibly rot away.</p></div>

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Q: What tools do I need for tree removal?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-tools-used-tree-removal.htm">best tools for tree removal</a> include a chainsaw for large trees, an ax for notching and cutting down small trees, and a wedge to help control the direction a tree falls in. A hatchet can be useful for very small trees, but won&rsquo;t be effective for medium to large trees. </p></div>

Q: How long does it take tree stumps to decompose?

• <div><p>It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. </p></div>

Q: Do I need to remove the roots of a dead tree?

• <div><p>Whether you should remove the roots of a dead tree depends on whether they&rsquo;re damaging nearby areas. For instance, if the roots continue to grow near sidewalks, driveways, or the foundation of your home, they can cause damage. If you want to plant something else in that spot, removing the roots can make it easier for the new tree or plant to grow.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take roots to fully rot after a stump dies?

• <div><p>For a large tree, roots can take 5 to 10 years to completely decay after a stump dies. But that&rsquo;s rarely a concern for above-ground plants and growth. You can choose to grind up a stump immediately after felling a tree (although it will be tougher wood), or you can wait several months up to a year for the stump to decay. When finished, you can leave any leftover roots in the ground to decompose. </p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2024
Needed several Ash trees removed in hard to reach areas. They did an excellent job. Best price, timely, great communication and fully insured. Highly recommend.
Onyx Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Patrick made the process of removing a mobile home completely easy. He was able to answer all my questions. Patrick also worked with the city to aquire any needed permits/licenses to quickly remove this eye sore. Thanks again Patrick. See you on the next project.
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Reviewed in September 2022
Called Grant Erfert (Owner Rapid Dry of St. Louis) in for a free estimate on mold removal from leak in shower wall. Grant was honest, found no mold. His services remained free, but a recommendation was in order. I will use his services in the future and will recommend him to those close to me...
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Reviewed in February 2022
Price went up from original quote of $180 to $300. Then said she never quoted me that and I should have got it in writing, refuses to do a refund says she don't know how and starts to remove stuff from the list of things I need done to drop the price back down. I will post again tomorrow with...
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Reviewed in May 2017
Did a thorough job removing tree, including sticks from gutters.
Craig's Tree Service
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Reviewed in February 2014
They showed up at daybreak and got right to it. By lunchtime all the prep work was done and they were pouring concrete. By the end of the day they were finished with the exception of removing a couple of the forms which they wanted to leave in place till the next morning. Beautiful work! Jeff...
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Reviewed in November 2011
Our washing machine was making a horrific noise and we thought it was going to need to be replaced. Barry found that there was a tube of chapstick stuck underneath the tub. Once removed our washing machine worked fine. He could easily have told us something major was wrong and charged us a...
BARRY GRUS APPLIANCE SVC
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Reviewed in March 2011
he did a fantastic job he had to remove fuel tank in order to install the fuel pump inside of it had the job done in about 3 hours
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