Stump grinding in Cairns
Get rid of the stump, not just the tree. We grind stumps below ground level so you can turf, plant, landscape or build over the area.
- Stumps of any size
- Machines for backyards and open sites
- Surface roots chased out
- Grindings removed or left as mulch
Get a free quote
Tell us about the job and we’ll get back to you within one business day.
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A member of the AVM team will be in touch within one business day.
AQF Level 5Qualified consulting arborists
QAA memberQueensland Arboricultural Association
Own equipmentEWPs, grinders, chippers and trucks in-house
Fixed pricingThe price you’re given is the price you’ll pay
Reclaim the space the stump took
A stump left behind after a removal is a trip hazard, a mowing headache and a home for termites and fungi. Some species also keep sprouting from the stump for years.
Our stump grinders chew the stump down below ground level, along with the major surface roots, leaving a clean, level area ready for turf, garden beds or paving. We have machines that fit through side gates and larger grinders for open sites and big stumps.
We include debris removal, so the area is tidy and ready to use. If you’re building or need every root out, full stump removal may suit you better.
Why grind the stump
No trip hazard
The stump is gone below ground level, so the area is safe and easy to mow.
No regrowth
Grinding stops most species from sprouting back from the stump.
Fewer pests
Rotting stumps attract termites and fungi. Grinding removes the food source.
Ready to landscape
Turf, plant or pave straight over the area.
Quick and tidy
Most backyard stumps are done in under an hour, with little disruption.
Useful grindings
Keep the grindings as mulch, or we’ll take them away.
Grinding or full removal?
Grinding is the faster, cheaper option for most yards. It removes the stump and surface roots to below ground level, which is enough for turf, gardens and most landscaping.
If you’re pouring a slab, building a pool or need every root out of the ground, stump removal extracts the whole stump and root ball instead. We’ll recommend the right option when we quote.
- Grinding: best for lawns, gardens and paving
- Removal: best for slabs, pools and building sites
- Both: we clean up and leave the area level
Simple, start to finish
One team handles the quote, the paperwork and the work itself, so nothing falls between the gaps.
Call or send a quote request
Tell us what you need. Photos help us plan the visit.
Site visit and fixed price
A qualified arborist checks the tree, access and permits, then gives you a firm quote.
The work, done safely
Our crew arrives with the right equipment and completes the job to Australian Standards.
Clean-up
Green waste chipped and removed, and the site left tidy.
Stump Grinding near you
We provide stump grinding across Cairns and Far North Queensland, from the northern beaches to Gordonvale, Port Douglas, Innisfail and the Tablelands. These are some of the areas we work in most often for this service.
Talk to an arborist
Call the office on (07) 4055 2516, or after hours for storm damage on 0447 925 135.
Stump Grinding questions
How deep do you grind stumps?
We grind below ground level, deep enough for turf or garden beds. If you need extra depth for a specific project, tell us when you book.
What does stump grinding cost?
It depends on the stump’s diameter, the species, access, and how many stumps there are. We give you a fixed price when we quote, and multiple stumps on one visit cost less each.
Can your grinder fit through my side gate?
In most cases, yes. We have compact machines for narrow backyard access and larger grinders for open sites.
What happens to the grindings?
You can keep them as mulch for your garden, or we’ll remove them and leave the area clean.
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