At first glance, a tree stump might seem like an easy target for a weekend DIY project. After all, it’s just manual removal of a piece of wood sticking out of the ground—how hard could it be?

The fastest and most efficient way to get rid of a tree stump is to grind or cut it out. Purchasing a stump grinding machine is the first step on the way to starting a stump removal service.

A tree stump in your garden can be annoying ... a wide drill bit, some chemical stump remover (potassium nitrate is the go-to ...