When you hire a tree removal company to get rid of a tree on your property, the majority of the time the company will remove the tree but will leave a vastly stump as a left over of the job. The question that remains after this is, do you pay to get the stump removed or just leave it? If you’re having a difficult time to make the decision as to whether you keep the tree stump or pay a professional to remove it here are 5 solid reasons you should pay a company like ESG | Professional Stump Grinding to grind / remove your tree stump.

REASON ONE. Stumps are ugly.

Cosmetically speaking, the ugly sight of a stump is not appealing. If you’re pedantic about keeping your yard and landscaping in top shape, removing the stump is well worth it.

REASON TWO. Stumps are hazardous.

Stumps have jagged and sharp edges, which pose a hazard. On top of that because of their low height they are easily to miss (not at eye level) and can easily be tripped over. Kids especially are more prone to have an accident with tree stumps. Furthermore, tree stumps pose a hazard to all lawn mowers and landscapers. They easily can damage your lawn moving / landscaping equipment and make it a pain to groom your yard.

REASON THREE: Stumps promote new tree growth.

If the stump is still fresh and the tree isn’t dead, it can  sprout new growth which can result in many small trees growing around the stump. Not only is it ugly it can turn into a larger removal project than first expected. Some stumps also suck the life from surrounding trees which are growing, so if you want to ensure that all of your live trees get the best nutrients, then you should definitely get rid of your tree stump.

REASON FOUR: Stumps attract creepy crawlies.

When you leave a stump exposed, the decaying tree takes a long time to rot away completely. While it’s decaying, the stump attracts beetles, termites, ants and other wood-boring pests. You may not mind them in your yard, but with Queensland’s weather and insect problems it’s highly possible that they can eventually spread to your home.

REASON FIVE: They are annoying

In a nutshell, stumps not only are ugly, can cause serious hazard issues, can cause massive insect, bug problems, they are down right annoying to maintain, treat and work around.

Save yourself the headache and get rid of the stump. It will be a decision you will well and truly be happy you made.

If you are in Brisbane, Ipswich, Gold Coast or around these areas, Call now for an obligation free quote over the phone – 1300 374 776.