To do this, you will need a drill, potassium nitrate.

Aug 17, Instructions Use a chain saw or bow saw to cut the stump down as close to the ground as you can, without allowing the chain saw's Drill holes a few inches deep into the stump in numerous places, using the biggest, widest drill bit you have.

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Drill Holes in the Stump Cut off as much of the top of the stump as possible with your chainsaw. Use a 1-inch spade bit with a spade bit extension to drill evenly spaced holes roughly every 6 to 8 inches around the perimeter of the stump.

Keep drilling holes until you meet with the other holes on the alternate side to make degree angles.

Make the holes about 12 inches deep Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins. Use a hand saw, reciprocation saw or chainsaw to sever the major roots from the stump. Pull the stump out with a tow strap and vehicle. For smaller stumps, you can use a digging bar to pry the stump out. A handyman jack works great as treeclear.barted Reading Time: 10 mins.

Dig around the stump so you can cut it below the ground level. Cut the stump as low as you can. Cut slices into the stump in a crisscrossing pattern until you have ground down the stump at least a 4 to 6 inches below ground level.

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