Dig around the stump and cut exposed roots with an axe, saw, or loppers
Use a stump grinder to grind the stump below ground level
Drill holes into the stump and apply a stump removal product
Cover the stump with a tarp to speed decomposition
Burn the stump only where legal and safe
Hire a professional tree removal service
Use a chainsaw to cut the stump as low as possible
Apply Epsom salt or rock salt to dry out the stump
Wait for the stump to rot naturally and remove softened wood
Pull the stump out with a vehicle, winch, or heavy equipment
Fill the hole with soil after removal
Dispose of stump debris according to local regulations