Importance of an onsite Brisbane stump removal quote

If one thing’s for certain after 20yrs in the stump grinding business in Brisbane, it’s that no two stumps are the same. Although no stump has stumped us yet, quoting is not as straightforward as one might think. We’re often asked to provide a stump removal quote over the phone, our answer is always “I’ll come to you and do an accurate onsite appraisal.” Why? Stump grinding is not always clean cut, there’s often more to a stump than the stump itself, and we want to ensure there’s no nasty surprises in terms of cost come removal day.

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3 Factors that influence stump grinding costs

Who would’ve thought giving a stump removal quote would take such consideration? These are just three of the major factors that determine the cost of a job.

Access and location

Stump removal can be tricky in Brisbane urban areas. While the stump itself might not look like much, the chosen machinery to remove the stump will depend on how accessible it is. If we’re unable to get our robust grinding equipment into the space, a smaller hand-held machine may need to be used. If you’re getting quotes over the phone from several suppliers, your quotes won’t necessarily take this into consideration, making it unsure if you’re getting an accurate quote, or even if the provider has the suitable equipment for your requirements.

We also take into consideration how close the stump is to your house and whether or not there’s underground plumbing or power lines in the vicinity. We may need to screen nearby doors, windows or furnishings to protect your home from wayward stones or wood chips.

Size of the tree stump

The larger the stump, preferably the larger the grinder to remove it quickly and efficiently. It’s difficult to gauge the true size of a stump over the phone or via email even with photos. Without proper perspective of the stump and the root system providers can easily underestimate the true size of the stump and the job overall.

Complexity of the root systems

The age and type of the tree, and condition of the soil in which the stump is firmly planted all indicate the level of difficulty involved in removing the root system. Deep, sprawling root systems can be tricky to remove and require more time. It’s important to remove the root system to prevent rotting wood from attracting termites and leading them to your home undetected. The root system and environmental factors are an important price indicator, the stump itself is only the half of it.

Free Stump Grinding On Site Quote in Brisbane

For 20 years we’ve serviced the Brisbane Bayside and surrounding areas and we’ve seen our share of tricky and stubborn jobs that can significantly impact the cost of stump grinding. It’s important to us that our customers are given a thorough and accurate quote for their stump removal project and are kept well informed of the process. Our onsite appraisals are fast, efficient and FREE, so don’t take the risk of being charged more than an estimate you were given via email or over the phone.

We have the equipment to tackle the toughest and hard to reach stumps, contact Damian today for friendly local advice and an accurate onsite quote at the best price.