[TowerTalk] Tree where base will be

[K4SB]

Jim Rhodes wrote:
> but the
> spot where I want it to go is now occupied by a big old maple tree. The
> tree & it's mate have to go anyway as we are adding on to the house at
> about the same time. I am looking for advice on: whether to plant the tower
> right over the spot where the trunk is; plant the tower next to where the
> stump will be left; or avoid the spot entirely. I know the manufacturer
> says "undisturbed soil", is a spot with tree roots slowly rotting away in
> it considered "undisturbed". And if either through the stump or beside it
> are OK, How have others dealt with the LARGE roots when digging the hole?

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I see 2 choices here. Move the location away from the trees, or, after
they are cut, have a fellow come in with a "stump grinder" and
completely remove both stumps. Then,
fix the hole to where you are prepared to pour concrete and FILL it
up!!

73
Ed