Mortdale based. Sydney wide. 15 years on the tools.
Stump Grinding Sydney — stump & tree stump removal
AQF Level 5 arborists, $20M public liability and council paperwork handled. Tell us about the job and we call you back the same day.
★ 5.0 from 66 Google reviewsAQF Level 5 arboristsISO 9001 certified$20M public liability
Stump grinding Sydney trusts to actually finish the job.
A ground-down or removed stump means you get the space back — lawn, garden bed, paving, a new planting or a clear build site. True Roots provides fast, tidy stump grinding and tree stump removal across Sydney, with the grindings cleaned up and the area left ready to use.
We grind stumps below ground level so there is no trip hazard, no regrowth from the visible stump, and nothing left poking through the lawn. For tight or sensitive spots we work carefully around paving, pipes, fences and irrigation, and for big or awkward stumps we bring the right machinery to get it done without tearing up the yard.
Every stump grinding job includes raking and removal or repurposing of the grindings, and backfilling the hole if you want it ready to turf or replant. Need the whole lot gone after a removal? We handle single stumps, multiple stumps and large feature-tree stumps as a clean, fixed-price job.
Big stumps gone — our 100hp Rayco at work.
Stump grinding Sydney & tree stump removal.
Stump grinding
Grinding stumps below grade so lawns, beds and paving can be used again — no trip hazard, no unsightly stump, no regrowth.
Tree stump & root removal
Full removal of stumps and surface roots where you need a clear, replant-ready or build-ready space — single or multiple stumps.
Tight access & large stumps
Careful work around pipes, paving, fences and irrigation, plus the right machinery for big feature-tree stumps and awkward spots.
Ground down, cleaned up, ready to use.
1. Assess & quote
We check the stump size, species, access and what’s nearby, and give you a clear fixed price.
2. Grind below grade
The stump is ground out below ground level, working safely around paving, pipes and services.
3. Remove grindings
Grindings raked and removed or repurposed as mulch, with the hole backfilled if you want it.
4. Replant-ready finish
The area is left tidy and ready for turf, garden bed, paving or a new planting.
Qualified arborists, clean results.
Qualified & insured
AQF Level 5 arborists with $20M public liability and workers compensation — careful work around your property and services.
One crew, whole job
Tree removal, stump grinding, landscaping and clean-up by one team — perfect if you’re clearing and rebuilding a space.
Tidy, fixed price
A clear quote with grindings and clean-up included — no surprises and no mess left behind.
Good to know.
How much does stump grinding cost in Sydney?
It depends on the stump’s diameter, the species, root spread and access. We give you a clear fixed price up front after a quick look or a couple of photos.
How deep do you grind the stump?
Typically 200–300mm below ground level — enough for turf, garden beds or paving. We can go deeper if you’re planting a new tree in the same spot.
Do you remove the grindings?
Yes. Grindings are raked and removed or repurposed as mulch, and we can backfill the hole so it’s ready to turf or replant.
Can you grind stumps near pipes, paving or fences?
Yes — we work carefully around services and structures. For very tight spots we use compact machinery and check access first.
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Stump grinding Sydney jobs, done with the right machine
Our Rayco stump grinder handles everything from a single backyard stump to whole rows of eucalyptus stumps on commercial sites — recent stump grinding Sydney jobs include eucalyptus stumps in Cronulla and site clearing at Minto. Tight access is rarely a problem: the grinder fits through a standard side gate.
Stump grinding, priced and done properly
$300–$900 ex GST per stump, ground 150–300 mm below turf level. Bigger discounts when we grind several on one visit or on the day of the removal.
Fits through a standard gate, so rear-yard stumps do not need the fence pulled down. Grindings are left as mulch or removed and the hole backfilled and compacted.
Camphor Laurel, Privet and Coral Tree regrow from the roots; we treat the stump so they do not. Surface roots under paving are ground back at the same time.
Backfilled with soil, compacted and levelled so turf can go straight on, or excavated fully where a slab or pool is going in. See site preparation.
What affects stump grinding cost
Stump removal cost comes down to stump diameter, timber hardness, how deep you need it ground (deeper for replanting or paving) and access. Because our crews already do tree removal Sydney wide, adding stump grinding Sydney side to an existing job is the cheapest way to get it done — one visit, one clean-up.
Stump grinding or stump removal: which do you need?
Stump grinding cuts the stump down below the surface with a grinder, leaving the roots to break down in the ground. It is the quickest, cleanest option for lawns, garden beds and most paving jobs, and there is no big hole to fill.
Full stump removal digs or pulls out the stump and the main roots. You need it when the ground is being built on, a slab or footing is going in, or a pool or retaining wall is planned where the tree stood. It takes machinery and leaves a hole to backfill, so it costs more. We tell you which one your job needs before we quote.
What decides the price
- Diameter: measured across the stump at ground level. It is the biggest factor.
- Species: Sydney hardwoods like ironbark and blackbutt grind slower than softwoods and palms.
- Surface roots: big buttress roots that need grinding too.
- Access: narrow side paths, steps and gates. Narrow-access grinders fit through most side gates.
- Services: pipes, cables and paving close by mean slower, more careful work.
Send a photo of the stump with something for scale and a photo of the access, and we can usually give a fixed price without a visit.
Stump grinding near you
We grind stumps right across Sydney from our base in Mortdale, including St George, the Sutherland Shire, Cronulla, Miranda, Oatley, Lugarno, the Hills District and the North Shore. Removing the tree as well? See tree removal Sydney or the tree removal cost guide.
More stump questions
Will the tree grow back after the stump is ground?
Grinding below the surface stops most regrowth. A few species, such as camphor laurel and some eucalypts, can send up shoots from the roots for a while afterwards. Pull or cut those shoots as they appear and they stop within a season or two.
Can I plant a new tree or lay turf in the same spot?
Yes. We rake out the grindings and backfill with soil so the area is level and ready for turf. For a new tree, plant slightly to one side of the old stump, where there are fewer old roots breaking down.
Do you grind stumps left by other tree companies?
Yes. We grind stumps whether or not we removed the tree. Send a photo and we will quote the stump on its own.
Qualified, insured and accountable
- AQF Level 5 arboristDiploma of Arboriculture (TAFE NSW). Reports accepted by Sydney councils.
- ISO 9001 certifiedQuality management system, audited. SWMS and risk assessments with every quote.
- $20M public liabilityPlus icare workers compensation. Certificates of currency sent on request.
- Australian StandardsPruning to AS 4373, tree protection on building sites to AS 4970.
- Indigenous-ownedTender-ready for councils, strata and builders: certificates of currency and site documentation supplied with every quote.
- 5.0 on Google66 reviews, every one from a real job. Read them.
Want the stump gone properly?
Send a photo of the stump and your suburb and we’ll give you a clear, fixed price for grinding or full removal.
Get a free quote
Tell us what you need done and we will call you back to arrange a look. Every job is assessed individually - no two trees are the same.
Urgent or unsafe tree? Call 0422 023 242 - we answer 24 hours.