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Hi, I recently borrowed this little stumpgrinder from a friend. I believe it is essentially a cut-off saw mounted on a trolley with a stumpgrinder disk. It is clear that the disk is not particularly sharp (producing more sawdust than chips) and we were wondering if anyone might have any advice on how to sharpen it? Obviously the teeth aren't removable and the shape of it prevents us getting it onto a grinder. Ideally we're keen to do it ourselves but would also be interested if there any services out there that might be able to do this for us? Finding a replacement disk seems next to impossible, although if anyone can suggest a way that might be helpful. It's worth pointing out that neither of us are arb professionals but have a bit of experience in tree work and general machine maintenance Thanks, Nick

Ok, that's great thank you. Will it be possible to thin it throughout as well? Or will this just encourage more growth? Also, when is the best time to do this?

Hi, I have a silver birch tree in my front garden and was hoping that I might be able to get some advice on the best way to get it pruned. The main reason for pruning is that when it is in leaf it engulfs the nearby streetlight. It also does take quite a lot of light from the front of the house when in leaf. I am keen to take advice on the best way to trim in a manner sensitive to the tree whilst achieving these objectives. It has clearly been previously pruned before I bought the house and as such has lost the typical shape of a silver birch, is there any way to get this back? If you could advise what I should ask for when I get a quote and also when would be the best time to conduct the works. After a little research, I understand now is not the right time as the sap is rising. Many thanks, Nick