Restumping is a huge work that needs to be done by a professional team, it can vary on the size of the house, in Melbourne the average price per stump is between $500 and $700 also in consideration is the height of stumps, if done with concrete or steel.

Steel stumps are most expensive because they are low in maintenance and can typically last longer while timber stumps are cheaper but will last less.

The choice is yours depending on your budget but be sure to get a quote form a professional team.

Typically, it is common for newer homes to be built with concrete or galvanized steel stumps, these are also used as replacement stumps and should last longer than wooden stumps.

If it is determined that your house requires to be restumped, your home will be slowly and gradually jacked up to the height required to remove the current stumps and replace or in some cases remove them completely.

It is important to be mindful that although house restumping or reblocking will prevent any further damage and eliminate the risk of collapses, the movement caused by jacking the house may result in some issues to doorframes, tiles, or even further cracks in walls.

These terms have one similarity- they focus on the foundation of the house. The foundation of the house is the structure that holds a house. Restumping and reblocking (replacing) can be used interchangeably, especially when referring to foundation stumps that require replacement. These two processes employ similar methods.

Restumping, reblocking are the processes involved in replacing and repairing the wooden or concrete stumps used in supporting the foundation of a house. These processes are quite similar since they all deal with the foundation, restumping or reblocking involve the complete replacement of foundations stumps.

Restumping or reblocking is no easy task, so therefore you have to look for a reputable company either to search on internet or by word of mouth recommendations, then request for a quote it is best if you get a quote from more than one group therefore you can compare the services, inquire about the materials in a company that uses the best stumps so in the near future you don’t have to replace them again and finally ask for references so you can contact their previous clients and ask them about the job they have done.

If it is build on concrete slab it will last, otherwise most houses need restumping at some stage, for example older homes are built on timber stumps which will last anywhere from 15 to 80 years.

Concrete slabs are beneficial if flooding occurs, setting it apart from the timber stumps where the wood will rotten with time if floods do happen.

If floors are not even, these is one of the signs of needing re stumping done, you can notice that while you are walking if it feels like you are moving uphill or downhill. The doors are making creaking sound and windows resist to shut properly for no reason the stumps are the problem.

Humid conditions and moisture plays a part in stumps becoming damaging, as well as termites do a lot of damage to the timber, if cracks are visible in different plastered walls inside the house it is a sign of damaged stumps.

In case of floods if the water stays for a long time around the house stumps it can do damage, so therefore if not sure of any signs but you do want to know the state of your stumps, it is best to call an expert and be on the safe side.

All restumping quotes are free except under the following circumstances where a $220 fee will be incurred:

• If you are getting a quote for restumping as part of your pre-purchase inspection and/or due diligence.
• If the property owner unable to attend site to meet our estimator

The $220 price is fully refundable if you proceed with works.

Restumping quotes don’t require plans or engineering. In most cases, all that is required is an onsite meeting with the client to assess the areas that require repair. Most restumping quotes average at around $500 per stump and it’s usually what you’ll be quoted when discussing prices over the phone. However, it should be noted that this is a base amount in most instance.

It is best to call a restumping professional rather than DIY restumping a house yourself. This is very important, as if this is not done correctly, you may be compromising the structural integrity of your home as well as the safety of your family.

Be sure that the person you contact has the appropriate experience, as well as insurance. It is best to always choose a licensed tradesperson.