16/07/2026
⚠️ CASE STUDY: When stump grinding meets a hidden gas line.
This job looked straightforward at first — a row of Yakka stumps needing removal.
But when Mitch noticed the gas meter, he knew this wasn’t a “just turn up and grind” situation.
After investigating, he found a gas line running directly beneath the stumps. In some areas, it was only around 100–200mm below ground.
Before any grinding happened, services were located, depths were confirmed, a licensed plumber was involved, and the gas was safely isolated where needed.
On this one job, Mitch had to work around:
✔ Gas
✔ Water
✔ NBN
✔ Power
✔ Stormwater
✔ Sewer
The result?
Stumps removed safely.
No utilities damaged.
No emergency repairs.
No shortcuts.
Stump Daddy carries $20 million public liability insurance, but the aim is never to rely on insurance — it’s to identify risks before work starts and get the job done properly.
This is exactly why we don’t quote blindly from photos.
Give Stump Daddy a call for safe, professional stump removal.