Ask This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner remove foundation shrubs that have overtaken the front of her house.
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Time: 4 hours

Cost: $100 and Up

Skill Level: Moderate

Tools List for Removing Overgrown Shrubs:
Chainsaw
Eye protection
Forestry helmet with face shield and ear protection
Protective chaps
Brush shredder

Steps:
1. For plantings that have grown too large for the space, removal may be the best option, especially if the inside of the plant is full of deadwood.
2. Before doing any landscape work, call the utility locating service to mark for any underground pipes or wires.
3. When using a chainsaw, wear proper safety equipment including safety glasses, a face shield, hard hat, hearing protection, and protective chaps.
4. Cut away the shrubs using a chainsaw.
5. Remove the debris using a brush shredder. A landscape contractor may come shred debris for a fee.
6. Flush cut stumps and plant around them.

Resources:
All of the tools and safety equipment used in the yew shrub removal can be found at a home center.

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