how to grind tree stumps - removal

One of the most common methods of do it yourself tree and shrub stump removal is to hook the stump to a pick up truck and go like crazy. Bad idea!
For one, that technique is really hard on a vehicle. You can twist the frame, rip off brake lines, or possibly remove the rear axle. Not only that, it tears up the lawn something terrible, and then you have more work to do. I suppose with a newer vehicle you might even manage to release the air bags. Wow! That sure would hurt. Not to mention the $5,000. or so it takes to restore an air bag system.
So, with all that said, here are my tree stump removal instructions that work really well on stumps that can be removed by hand.

You'll need a few tools:

Following my tree stump removal instructions, these are the two most important tools you'll need. A good nursery digging spade. You must spend at least $80.00 on a digging spade, or you just have a toy. A good heavy spade is essential for all phases of home landscaping, so do yourself a favor and spend $80.00 on a tool that will do most of the work for you. Cheap spades work, (kinda) but you do all the work and the spade just goes along for the ride. A good spade will make your job easier. A lot easier!
The tool I am holding in my hand is a "Landscape Bar", or an "All Purpose Utility Bar". It has a flat blade on one end, and round end for tamping on the other. Made of solid steel, this puppy is heavy! But it's the weight of the tool that gets the job done. My guys nicknamed this tool "Spud Bar" and the name stuck..........

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