Stump grinding & removal
Got an old stump in the way?
Let’s get it sorted.
Old tree stumps can take up valuable space, make mowing difficult, create a trip hazard and generally get in the way.
Yard Yakker provides professional stump grinding and stump removal across Whanganui, using commercial stump grinding equipment to grind unwanted stumps down below ground level and get your space back.
Stump grinding from $180 + GST
For many straightforward jobs, we can quote from photos — simply send us a few photos of your stump and access to the area and we’ll take a look.
How much do you want us to do?
Stump removal doesn’t have to end with the grinding. Depending on what you want to do with the area afterwards, we can take care of as much or as little as you need.
Stump grinding only
We grind the stump down to the agreed depth and leave the stump grindings onsite.
Stump grinding + stump removal
We grind the stump and remove the grindings, leaving the area cleared and tidy.
Stump grinding + Stump removal + Reinstating the area
Want the whole job sorted? We can grind the stump, remove the grindings and add topsoil to reinstate the area, ready for you to grass or landscape.
Tell us the finished result you want and we’ll include it in your quote.
How much does stump grinding cost?
Our stump grinding jobs start from $180 + GST.
As a rough guide:
Small stump under 300mm: from $180 + GST
300–450mm: approximately $180–$250 + GST
450–600mm: approximately $250–$350 + GST
Larger or more complex stumps: quoted individually
The final price depends on things like the size and number of stumps, tree species, roots, access, ground conditions and how close the stump is to fences, paths, buildings or other obstacles.
If you have several small stumps, we can price them together rather than applying the minimum charge to each stump
Not sure what yours will cost? Send us a photo and let’s have a chat we can often give you a quick price indication.
Getting a stump grinding quote is easy
For many straightforward stump grinding jobs, we can provide a price indication - and sometimes a firm quote - without needing to visit first.
Simply send us:
A close photo of the stump
A wider photo showing the area around it
A photo showing access from the driveway or road to the stump
An approximate stump diameter
If it’s a particularly large stump, access is difficult or there’s something we need to assess in person, we’ll arrange a site visit.
We aim to respond the same business day where possible, or within one business day.
Why choose Yard Yakker
Our stump grinding service is backed by the experience of an established arboriculture business. T hat means we understand trees, roots, site hazards and how to work safely around your property — not just how to operate a stump grinder.
With Yard Yakker you get:
Commercial stump grinding equipment
Experienced operators
Clear, upfront pricing
Options to remove the grindings and reinstate the area
A professional, tidy job from start to finish
How it works
1.
Send us photos for a quick quote
Send us a close-up of the stump, a wider photo of the area and a photo showing access. An approximate stump diameter is helpful too. For many jobs, we can quote without needing to visit first.
2.
Receive an easy to understand quote
We’ll assess the job and confirm the price and what’s included. We aim to respond the same business day where possible, or within one business day.
3.
Book your job
with us
Happy with the quote? We’ll arrange a time that suits and let you know when we’re on our way.
4.
Stump gone, area left tidy
We’ll grind the stump and leave the area as agreed — whether that’s grind only, removing the grindings, or removing and reinstating the area.
Frequently asked questions
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Stump grinding removes the visible stump by grinding it down below ground level rather than excavating the entire stump and root system. For most residential situations, it’s an efficient way to remove an unwanted stump and make the area usable again.
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Yes. You can choose to leave the grindings onsite or have us remove them as part of the job.
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Absolutely. Send us photos of all the stumps you want removed and we can price the job as a whole.
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Often, yes. Send us photos of the stump, surrounding area and access and we’ll let you know if we have enough information to quote or whether we need to visit.