About Knockout Concrete Cutters
Concrete cutting and drilling specialists proudly serving Christchurch, Canterbury & The South Island for over 30 years.
Cutting Through Concrete – and Complexity
At Knockout Concrete Cutters, we believe great results come from understanding what our clients need and delivering it without fuss. We work with builders, tradies, contractors, and homeowners across Christchurch, Canterbury and the South Island to provide expert concrete cutting, drilling, sawing, and grinding services.We’ve built a reputation as a trusted partner on sites large and small – turning up on time, working safely, and getting the job done right, first time. Our team brings a specialist skill set, a problem-solving mindset, and a can-do attitude to every job.
A Canterbury Business Built on Hard Work
Knockout Concrete Cutters was founded in 1996 by a local boxer – the name’s a nod to our fighting spirit and our no-nonsense approach to getting the job done. Since then, we’ve grown into a respected, well-known name in Canterbury’s construction and trades scene.
Today, we’re proudly owned and led by Greg Turnbull, who heads up a specialist team of concrete cutting professionals. With over 100 years of combined industry experience, we know what it takes to deliver safe, precise, and reliable work for every project – big or small.
Why Choose Knockout?
✅ Locally owned & operated in Christchurch
✅ Specialist team with decades of experience
✅ Fully Site Safe certified and safety-focused
✅ Modern equipment for fast, precise results
✅ Friendly, reliable, and easy to work
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Our Gear
At Knockout, we’re equipped with the right tools for the job – whether it’s a small residential cut or a large-scale commercial project. Our fleet includes:
✅ Ground saws (petrol & electric)
✅ Handheld saws (petrol, electric & hydraulic)
✅ Ring saws (petrol & electric)
✅ Wall saws / rail saws
✅ Wire saws
✅ Diamond core drills (10mm–700mm)
✅ Concrete prep grinders
✅ Concrete bursters & crushers
✅ Soff cut machines
✅ Scabblers
✅ Wet & dry vacuums
✅ Trailer-mounted hydrovac
✅ Electric mini skid steer loader (Sherp) (multiple attachments)
✅ Concrete scanners and transponders
We maintain all equipment to the highest standards – ready for site, every time.
Committed to Safety & Quality

Site Safe Member
Safe work practices, every job

SiteWise Green Certified
Verified health & safety commitment
Clean, safe worksites
Every project delivered to standard

BCITO-trained operators
Skilled, compliant, site-ready
Your Local Concrete Cutting Team in Christchurch
Whether you need concrete cut, drilled, cored, sawn, broken, or removed, Knockout Concrete Cutters is here to help. No job too big or small – just expert service from a team that knows concrete.