Stump grinding across Melbourne.

Stump grinding is the standard method for removing a tree stump after a tree has been felled. The grinder reduces the stump and the major surface roots to wood chip below ground level, leaving the area ready for re-use. It is faster, less invasive, and less expensive than excavation, particularly near paving, structures, or other tree roots.

Grinding depth is set by what's going on top of the void. 150mm below finished grade is sufficient for lawn or shallow garden bed planting. 300mm is required if pavers, decking, or a concrete slab will sit over the stump. For new tree planting in the same location, we recommend a depth of at least 450mm with the wood chip removed and replaced with screened topsoil, to avoid competition from old root decay.

Machine selection is driven by access and stump size. Our narrow-track grinder fits through 800mm gates and operates without damaging turf with the boards down. Larger machines handle stumps over 600mm in diameter. We confirm gate width and access from a photo before quoting.