GladesvilleTree Removal & Stump Grinding
Sydney Blue Gum Removal in Gladesville
Crane-assisted removal of a Sydney blue gum beside a two-storey home, followed by stump grinding.
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Stump Grinding Sydney
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Stump removal by grinding across Sydney, for old stumps in lawns and garden beds and stumps left after a removal, including our own removals in Gladesville, Mosman and Carlingford. The cutting wheel works below the surrounding surface without digging out the whole root system.
- Single or multiple stumps
- Below-ground stump grinding
- Access checked first
- Add it to a removal
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What this involves
What stump grinding removes—and what stays underground
Remove the surface obstruction while understanding what remains below ground.
A stump grinder uses a rotating cutting wheel to break down the stump and accessible surface roots into woodchips and soil. It removes the obstruction without excavating the whole underground root system.
We grind old stumps, stumps left by another contractor and the stumps from our own removals, where grinding can follow straight after the tree comes down.
Grinding is not excavation. If a builder needs the whole root mass dug out for a slab, footing or retaining wall, that is a different job from stump grinding. Machine access and buried services decide where grinding is possible, and preparing the ground for turf, planting or paving is a separate step.
We hold $20 million public liability insurance covering the tree work we advertise.
- Old stumps left in the yard
- Stumps before paving or building
- Accessible surface roots around paths
- Single and multiple stump sites
Choosing the work
Stump Grinding: suitability and costs
Is this the right service?
It is in the way of the lawn or the landscaping
You cannot turf over it, the mower catches it, and it holds up paving or planting. Grinding brings the stump below the surrounding surface so the next step can be planned.
Stumps in walking areas
A stump or surface roots sitting proud where people walk can create a trip point, especially in rentals, strata common areas and other shared spaces.
A builder or paver has specified the ground finish
For a slab, driveway, retaining wall or fence footing, send the builder's requirements with the enquiry. Whether grinding suits depends on the stump, access, buried services and the finish the next trade needs.
Multiple stumps on one site
Several stumps left after a clearing job or multi-tree removal can be looked at together. Grouping them in one quote may reduce repeated setup.
What affects stump grinding costs?
How wide the stump is and how hard the timber is
The width, timber and condition of the stump set the cutting time, the wear on the machine and the amount of grindings left behind.
Whether the machine fits
The width of the gate, steps, slopes and turns on the way in decide which machine can reach the stump and how much labour the job needs.
How far the roots run and how deep you need it
The required grinding depth and accessible surface roots affect cutting time. Building work may need excavation beyond what grinding can achieve, particularly where roots remain below the surface.
How many there are, and whether it goes with a removal
Several stumps can share the setup and travel, so include all of them when you ask. Including grinding with the removal quote can reduce repeated setup and makes it clear whether the stump and grindings are covered.
Price guide
Typical stump grinding prices in Sydney
What a typical job usually costs, and what that covers.
| Typical job | Typical range, inc. GST |
|---|---|
| One accessible residential stump | $330–$990 |
Typical Sydney planning ranges based on market pricing, including GST, last reviewed in September 2026. They are not fixed AA prices or prices from a particular job: we quote once we know the stump and the site.
Usually included
- Grinding the stump and its root flare below the surrounding surface, where conditions allow
- Raking the chips and soil back into the hole
- A basic tidy of the work area
Not in these ranges
- Carting the grindings away
- Soil, turf or paving
- Digging out the wider root system
- Moving buried services or altering access
In Sydney
What changes a stump grinding job in Sydney
Buried pipes, the roots left behind and the rules about the tree all shape a stump job.
Official sources checked 8 October 2026.
Pipes and cables near the stump
A grinder cuts below the surface, so it matters what is buried near the stump. A free Before You Dig Australia enquiry asks the owners of the networks around your property for their plans. Those plans cover the networks, not your own pipes: Sydney Water says owners are responsible for the wastewater pipes from the property up to where they join its network. Tell us where you know your pipes, irrigation and garden lighting run.
Sources: Before You Dig Australia (opens in a new tab)Sydney Water: wastewater blockages (opens in a new tab)
Roots already in a sewer pipe
Sydney Water notes that tree roots can enter small cracks in wastewater pipes and slow or block them. Grinding the stump does not clear roots that are already inside a pipe: a blocked private pipe needs a licensed plumber, so if the drains have been slow near the tree, have them checked as well.
Source: Sydney Water: wastewater blockages (opens in a new tab)
Trees cleared under the 10/50 rules
In NSW Rural Fire Service 10/50 entitlement areas, owners can clear trees within 10 metres of a home without approval. The scheme does not allow vegetation to be removed below the soil surface, so grinding out the stump is not part of that entitlement. Check your address with the RFS tool, and ask your council how its usual rules apply to the stump.
Sources: NSW RFS: 10/50 vegetation clearing (opens in a new tab)NSW RFS: check if you’re in a 10/50 area (opens in a new tab)
The council question comes before the removal
If the tree is still standing, check your council’s rules before it comes down. Service NSW notes that the rules differ from council to council, and the council finder shows which council covers your street address. Our guide to council approval for tree removal in Sydney links each council’s own pages.
Sources: Service NSW: removing trees on your property (opens in a new tab)NSW Office of Local Government: find your local council (opens in a new tab)
Our projects
Our stump grinding projects
Removals where we also ground out the stump, with photographs and details of each job.
MosmanTree Removal & Stump GrindingTree Removal and Stump Grinding in Mosman
Removal of a tall tree from a landscaped garden, and grinding of its stump.
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CarlingfordTree Removal & Stump GrindingLiquidambar and Stump Removal in Carlingford
Removal of a liquidambar with a crane truck, and stump grinding.
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Google reviews
What our customers say
What people have said about us on Google after we did the work
Average rating 5.0 out of 5 from 167 Google reviews
“Very quick, efficient and very neat and tidy cleanup!”
“Excellent service. Arrived on time and completed the job quickly. Easy to work with. Will use again.”
“Great job by Ahmad and his team, arrived early, worked quickly, went over and above the work initially quoted, and left the site clean and tidy. Highly recommended!”
“Very professional job done: being punctual for appointment; work carried out in a careful manner; cleaned up after the work. Very friendly team. Reasonable price. Highly recommended”
“I had a very challenging tree that was dangerously close to power lines, but these guys handled it like absolute pros. The team was highly skilled, safety-conscious, and extremely precise with every cut. They made a tricky job look easy and cleaned up everything afterward. I couldn’t be happier with their service and highly recommend them!”
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Stumps we have ground out around Sydney
Stump grinders at work in front and back yards, with different access and stump sizes. All our own jobs.
Common questions
Stump grinding questions
Tree care guides
Stump grinding and underground roots
How grinding works, how it compares with digging the whole stump out, and what stays in the ground afterwards.
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding in Sydney: The Complete Guide
How stump grinding works, which roots remain underground, how access affects the work, and what to consider before turfing or landscaping.
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Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding or Full Stump Removal: Which One?
Compare below-ground stump grinding with excavation, including remaining roots, ground disturbance and suitability for landscaping or building plans.
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Stump Grinding
Roots After Stump Grinding: What Is Left Behind
Grinding takes the stump and the roots near the surface. What stays in the ground, when it matters for turf, paving or a build, and what can be done about it.
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Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding Cost in Sydney: 2026 Price Guide
How stump diameter, machine access, grinding depth and the required finish affect stump grinding costs in Sydney.
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Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding After Tree Removal: When to Do It
Grind the stump with the removal, or leave it for later? When bundling the work makes sense, when waiting is fine, and when you can leave it alone.
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Where we work
We grind stumps across Sydney
Stump grinding for residential and commercial properties throughout our Sydney service area.
Clear the stump from your outdoor space
Arrange stump grinding as a separate job or alongside tree removal.