Do I have to remove a tree stump?

• <div><p>Unless there’s some sort of rule in your community’s homeowners’ association that requires you to remove a stump, there’s no law that says you have to take it out. If you’re not wedded to the idea of removing it, there are plenty of ways to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tree-stump-ideas-your-yard.htm">get creative with this tree remnant</a>. Using the stump as the medium for a wood carving or turning it into a planter are just two examples of ways to repurpose a tree stump. </p></div>

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Q: Do I have to remove a tree stump?

• <div><p>Unless there&rsquo;s some sort of rule in your community&rsquo;s homeowners&rsquo; association that requires you to remove a stump, there&rsquo;s no law that says you have to take it out. If you&rsquo;re not wedded to the idea of removing it, there are plenty of ways to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tree-stump-ideas-your-yard.htm">get creative with this tree remnant</a>. Using the stump as the medium for a wood carving or turning it into a planter are just two examples of ways to repurpose a tree stump. </p></div>

Q: How do you hollow a tree stump without a drill?

• <div><p>Using a drill to bore holes in the stump's center speeds up the process, whatever method you use. If you don&rsquo;t have a drill, you can still chainsaw or chisel the stump to make it hollow; it will just take more elbow grease and time. Steer clear of burning the stump to hollow it if you can&rsquo;t drill some holes in it first. Otherwise, getting it to light, stay lit, and burn right through will be a challenge. </p></div>

Q: How long does it take for Epsom salt or vinegar to kill a tree?

• <div><p>You can expect Epsom salt and vinegar to take between 6 to 12 months to kill and dry out a tree. That may sound like a long time, but it&rsquo;s much faster than it takes most tree stumps to die. If your time frame is more limited than that, you may want to call in the stump removal pros to remove the trunk or grind it down, although this may cause more ground damage.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take Epsom salt to kill a tree stump?

• <div><p>Using Epsom salt to kill a tree stump will take between <b>six and 12 months</b>. While this method may seem extended, it significantly speeds up the natural stump decomposition process, which can take up to seven years. If you&rsquo;d like to DIY remove a tree stump and it&rsquo;s not causing any immediate harm or danger, using Epsom salt to kill it slowly is a viable removal option. </p></div>

Q: Is it a good idea to burn a tree stump?

• <div><p>Burning a tree stump can be effective, but it comes with safety considerations and isn&rsquo;t always best for every situation. It's essential to check local regulations and assess the safety risks involved. Stumps that are near wooden structures or other non-moveable flammable objects aren&rsquo;t good candidates for burning due to the risk of the fire spreading. Alternatives like grinding or a DIY stump rotting project might be safer and quicker for getting the job done.</p></div>

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I contracted Frey Tree specialists to remove several trees and stumps as well as prune a number of trees on my property. I’m very happy with the service and found Frey to be very professional. I was impressed with the speed in which the completed the work and they left my property in beautiful...
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Great! Arrived within 45 minutes of my call. Removed some tough items including a massive work bench that had to be cut apart.
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Reviewed in May 2017
Junk King was very professional and prompt to return calls. They showed up on time and completed the hot tub removal in just a few hours. After cutting out the hot tub they cleaned up the entire area. I was very happy and will defintely hire them again!
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Reviewed in December 2016
Jen was excellent with helping us on selections and then measured it all out. The price was very good considering that the installers did EVERYTHING from Removal of old, installing padding, installing 2 types of carpeting and then resetting furniture-truly a Painless process. The installers...
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Reviewed in November 2015
Very nice and did a great job. They were here when they said they will be here. Very professional and made sure everything were protected. They cleaned all the porches and removed all the debris and did everything really well. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
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Reviewed in June 2015
The extremely cold temperatures this past winter caused the ceramic tiles in our kitchen to shift and "tent". On the advice of the contractor, we submitted a claim to our homeowners insurance. The contractor was present when the claim adjuster came to assess the damage. This was a job that...
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Owner, Charlie Dillon, is reliable, honest, dependable, and conscientious. We continue to rely upon him for our snow removal and other related needs.
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great selection of quality merchandise unlike the bigger furniture stores in the area. wonderful local company with wonderful customer service and no nonsense given. deliverd when I asked and removed and set up new like the pros they are.
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After I was dissatisfied, the owner Lee brought my vehicle in, removed the wind visors, and refunded my money, no questions asked.
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I had asked for a detailed estimate, as I wasn't sure if I was just going to have them top the trees or remove them totally. I did not recieve what I requested, but was given a verbal quote of $1200 to take down both trees.
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