"How much will it cost?" is the first question every homeowner asks — and the honest answer is that it depends. Restumping isn't a fixed-price product; the price is built from your specific home. Two houses on the same street can differ by thousands. Here's what actually drives the cost, so you can understand your quote instead of just reading a number.
What affects the price
Number of stumps. The single biggest factor. A partial restump replacing a handful of failed stumps costs far less than a full reblock of every stump under the house.
House size and weight. A larger footprint means more stumps. A double-storey home, or a brick-veneer house, is heavier than a single-storey weatherboard and needs more support — which affects the jacking work and the stumps used.
Subfloor access. If there's good clearance under the house, the crew can work efficiently. A low, tight subfloor is slower and more labour-intensive, which pushes the price up.
Stump material. Adjustable galvanised steel stumps cost more per stump than concrete, but let you re-level in future. Many Wyndham homes use a mix.
Extent of related work. Rotten bearers or joists, subfloor ventilation, or drainage issues discovered during the job add to the scope.
Permits and compliance
In Victoria, restumping is structural work. A building permit is generally required, and the work should be carried out or overseen by a registered building practitioner. A reputable restumper will factor the permit and inspections into your quote rather than leaving you to sort it out — always check this is included.
How to get an accurate figure
Be wary of anyone who quotes a firm price over the phone without seeing your home. A proper quote follows a subfloor inspection, where the specialist counts the stumps, checks access, assesses the soil and bearers, and identifies any hidden problems. You should receive a fixed written quote with no hidden costs.
A rough guide:
- Partial restumping (a few problem stumps) sits at the lower end.
- A full reblock of an average home runs into the higher end, and larger or harder-to-access homes cost more again.
Because the range is wide, the only figure that matters is the one for your house.
Get a fixed quote for your home
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