7 reasons why to remove a rotting tree stump
Do you think that a dead tree stump left in the ground after arboriculture work is a reminder of a garden clearance job well done? It’s not. Trouble is, a rotting tree stump left in the ground soon takes on a life of its own and can create a list of serious problems at ground level you didn’t bargain for. 1. Tree stumps are a hazardous physical obstacle to people and an insurance risk With a little grass for camouflage it doesn’t take long for a tree stump to become a dangerous trip hazard. From grazed knees to serious falls injuries and public liability (duty of care) insurance claims there are few benefits to leaving a stump in the ground. 2. Tree stumps can damage garden machinery Every year thousands of lawnmowers are scrapped because of bent crankshafts – when a lawnmower blade hits a tree stump there’s usually only one winner. 3. Tree stumps make garden maintenance hard work Weeding or mowing your garden always takes longer when you have to manoeuvre around stumps lef...