Mechanical removal Pulling, pushing, or digging out a tree stump is made far easier with machinery. However, this adds additional equipment cost and potential damage to the surrounding landscape.

This machine can dig up a tree stump in seconds. The Rotor Stump Grinder is available in 8 different models, using either power-take off or hydraulics and featuring a drill or cylinder attachment.

Stumped on how to kill a tree stump? Clear your yard (and ward off pests in the process) with help from our handy guide ...