Stumps gone, ground below the surface
Turn an unwanted stump back into usable space. We grind stumps out below ground level quickly and cleanly, ready for lawn, planting or paving.
Woodney Contracting grinds out tree stumps across Hamilton and the greater Waikato. A leftover stump is a trip hazard, a home for pests, and a waste of good space. Our stump grinder chews it down below ground level in no time, and we tidy up and backfill so you can get on with using the area.
Why grind a stump out?
Reclaim the space
Free up ground for lawn, garden, paving, a shed or a new fence.
Remove the hazard
Get rid of a trip hazard and an eyesore in one visit.
Stop regrowth & pests
Prevent suckering regrowth and discourage borer, termites and fungi.
Faster than digging
Grinding is quicker, tidier and less disruptive than excavating a stump.
Powerful grinding, minimal mess
Our stump grinder makes short work of stumps of all sizes. We protect the surrounding area, grind below the surface, and leave you with usable ground and a tidy site.
- Ground out below ground level, deeper on request
- Grindings backfilled as mulch, or removed if you prefer
- Surrounding lawn and garden protected
- Tidy finish, ready for its next use

Quick, clean, done
Most stumps are ground out in a single visit, with no fuss and no mess left behind.
Quick assessment
We check the stump size, species and access and give you a clear quote.
Set up & protect
We protect the surrounding area and position the grinder safely.
Grind it out
The stump is ground below the surface, fast and clean.
Backfill & tidy
We backfill with grindings or top with soil, and leave the site tidy.
Stump grinding across the greater Waikato
Hamilton / Cambridge / Te Awamutu / Morrinsville / Ngāruawāhia / Huntly / Raglan / Matamata / Tamahere / Ōhaupō / Gordonton / and the surrounding rural districts.
Stump grinding questions
01What is stump grinding?
Stump grinding uses a specialised machine to grind a tree stump down below ground level, turning it into mulch. It's the fastest, tidiest way to get rid of a stump so you can reclaim the space.
02How much does stump grinding cost in Hamilton?
It depends on the size and number of stumps, the species, and access to the site. We provide a free, no-obligation quote so you get a clear price before we start.
03How deep do you grind the stump?
We typically grind stumps to around 200-300mm below the surface, deeper if you're planning to plant or lay new lawn. Just let us know your plans and we'll grind to suit.
04Do you remove the grindings?
By default we backfill the hole with the grindings, which makes a great mulch. If you'd prefer them removed, or the hole topped with soil, just ask and we'll sort it.
05Can I plant or lay lawn where the stump was?
Once ground out and topped with soil, yes. Grindings are high in carbon, so we recommend removing some and adding topsoil if you're planting straight away, and we can advise on the day.
06Do you grind stumps you didn't remove?
Absolutely. Whether it's an old stump that's been there for years or one from a recent removal, we can grind it out for you.
Got a stump in the way?
We'll grind it out below the surface and hand you back usable space. Get a fast, free quote today.