Reblocking in Melbourne — Replace Failing Stumps, End the Movement
Reblocking replaces the failing stumps under your floor before the movement reaches your walls. Free inspection, itemised fixed quote, and permits handled for you.
- Free on-site inspection
- Honest fixed quote
- Permits handled
Reblocking in Melbourne replaces the old stumps or blocks under a house once they start to fail, so your floors come back to level and the movement stops before it cracks your walls. It is the same job as restumping; different builders just use different words for it.
We inspect under the floor, count the stumps, and give you an itemised fixed quote in writing. Permits and inspections are handled for you, so there are no surprises.
What is reblocking?
Reblocking means replacing the stumps (once called blocks) that support the floor of a timber-framed home. When the original stumps rot, crack or sink, the floor drops. Reblocking removes the failing stumps and installs new concrete or treated-timber ones, then re-levels the floor on top of them.
Is reblocking the same as restumping?
Yes. Reblocking and restumping describe the exact same work, replacing the stumps under your house. The older term is reblocking; newer quotes often say restumping melbourne. If two quotes use different words, you are still comparing the same job. We explain the overlap in reblocking vs restumping.
When your home needs reblocking
Reblocking is due when the stumps have moved enough to show in the floor. The classic signs are floors that slope or bounce, gaps under the skirting boards, and doors that have started to stick. Homes built before the slab era, and homes on reactive clay, are the usual candidates.
- Sloping or bouncing floors
- Gaps between floor and skirting
- Sticking doors and cracking cornices
- Rotting or crumbling stumps in the subfloor
How much does reblocking cost?
Reblocking is priced per stump, the same as restumping. As an indicative Melbourne range that is around $600 to $1,300 per stump, and most homes carry 40 to 100 stumps. See the full picture in our reblocking cost guide.
Council permits and our reblocking process
Reblocking is permitted building work in Victoria, so it needs a building permit and a mandatory inspection. We arrange both for you. Follow the whole job, step by step, on our underpinning process page, then free foundation inspection melbourne to get started.
What it costs in Melbourne
Indicative ranges to help you plan. Your fixed price is confirmed after a free inspection.
| Work | Indicative range | Priced |
|---|---|---|
| Reblocking (whole house) Reblocking and restumping are the same job in Melbourne — replacing the stumps that hold up your floor. | $18,000 – $30,000 | per home |
| Restumping / reblocking Concrete stumps cost more than timber. Corner and load-bearing stumps can sit at the top of the range. | $600 – $1,300 | per stump |
These are indicative Melbourne market ranges to help you plan, not a quote. Your exact fixed price is confirmed in writing after a free on-site inspection, once we have counted the stumps or piers and checked the soil and access.
Our step-by-step process
Free inspection and count
We check under the floor and count every stump that needs replacing. No charge, no pressure.
Itemised fixed quote
A written price with the stump count and stump type spelled out.
Permit handled
We take care of the building permit and the required inspection.
Reblock and level
New stumps in, floors re-levelled, final check done.
Book free reblocking inspection
Tell us what you are seeing. We will call back to arrange a free inspection and a fixed written quote. No obligation.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about reblocking melbourne. Still unsure? Call 04XX XXX XXX.
What does reblocking mean?
Reblocking means replacing the stumps that hold up the floor of a timber-framed home, which is why it is also called restumping. It brings sloping floors back to level and stops the movement reaching your walls. Bedrock Foundations quotes it per stump so the price is transparent.
Is reblocking the same as restumping?
Yes, reblocking and restumping are two names for the same job. Reblocking is the older term. If you have quotes using both words, you are comparing like for like.
How much does reblocking cost in Melbourne?
As an indicative Melbourne range, reblocking runs about $600 to $1,300 per stump, with most homes on 40 to 100 stumps. Bedrock Foundations counts the stumps on site and gives you a fixed written price. Call 04XX XXX XXX to book a free inspection.
How long does reblocking take?
Most reblocking jobs take a few days to about a week, depending on the number of stumps and access. You can usually stay in the home while we work, and Bedrock Foundations gives you a clear timeline with your quote.
Not sure what your home needs? Find out for free.
Book a free on-site inspection and get an honest, fixed written quote. We will even tell you if you do not need the work yet.