For the complete removal of a tree stump you need a mechanical tree stump grinder. A stump grinder thus is a stand-alone power tool or equipment attachment that removes tree stumps by means of a rotating cutting disk that chips away the wood. These are the most popular equipments when it comes to tree stump removal and hence are available in a variety of sizes from the size of a lawn mower to nearly as big as a large truck. Most of the stump grinders execute the job by means of a high-speed disk with specially designed teeth that grind the stump and underground roots into small chips. In general a typical stump grinder involves a cutter wheel with fixed carbide teeth. The movements of the cutter wheel are managed by hydraulic cylinders that push the cutter wheel through the stump and also raise and lower it with ease.
While using the stump grinders you will find that they create lots of wood chips and spray them around the yard. Sometimes a stump grinder may also pull up bit of dirt in the process. Removing the dirt and chips out of long grass in the yard is a task you probably want to avoid. That is why before you start with stump grinding, mow the surrounding area of lawn. You can also rent the portable stump grinders from the rental yards. But before you start using them; be sure to get instructions from the yard on how to use this tool.