Dig around the stump to expose the roots
Cut the exposed roots with an axe, saw, or loppers
Rock the stump back and forth to loosen it
Pull the stump out with a shovel, pry bar, or winch
Use a stump grinder to grind it below ground level
Drill holes into the stump
Fill the holes with a stump remover product or high-nitrogen fertilizer
Keep the stump moist if using a chemical decomposition method
Cover the stump with a tarp to help it decay faster
Burn the stump only if local laws allow it and it is safe to do so
Hire a professional stump removal service