Concrete Cutting & Drilling Services — Nelson, Tasman & Marlborough
At Hardcore Concrete Cutters, we provide professional concrete cutting, core drilling, grinding, sawing and controlled demolition services across Nelson, Tasman, Motueka, Golden Bay, Blenheim and Marlborough. With over 15 years of hands-on industry experience, the right equipment, and a no-nonsense approach, we get the job done safely, efficiently, and to a high standard — every time. Whether it’s a tidy residential job or a large commercial cut-out, we bring the skill, gear, and attitude to make your project run smoother.
Concrete Cutting
Clean, accurate cuts for slabs, driveways, paths, walls and tight-access areas. We use high-performance saws to ensure straight lines, minimal chipping, and a tidy finish — no shortcuts, no rough edges. Ideal for:
- Floor and slab cuts
- Driveway and path cuts
- Expansion and control joints
- Trenching and service channels
- Tight-access or indoor work
Core Drilling (12mm to 750mm+)
From small penetrations to large-diameter drilling, we deliver smooth, precise core holes through concrete, block, brick and structural elements. Perfect for plumbing, electrical, HVAC and engineered upgrades. Common applications:

- Service penetrations (pipes, wiring, ducting)
- Structural dowelling
- Large-diameter holes for commercial installs
- Horizontal, vertical or inverted drilling
Wall Sawing & Wire Sawing
High-powered sawing for vertical, horizontal, deep or structural cuts. Ideal for creating openings or removing sections of thick concrete where standard cutting gear won’t reach. Used for:
- Windows, doors and access openings
- Structural separation cuts
- Deep or oversized cuts
- Commercial demolition prep
- Seismic upgrade work
Concrete Grinding & Surface Prep
Grinding removes coatings, imperfections, adhesives, laitance and high spots to give you a smooth, even surface ready for coatings, overlays or further construction work. Perfect for:

- Coating removal
- Glue/paint/epoxy removal
- Levelling uneven slabs
- Polishing preparation
- Trip-hazard reduction
Controlled Demolition
From a bucket of concrete to a castle of concrete, we safely remove slabs, pads, footings, blockwork and reinforced sections. Using specialised tools, controlled removal methods and containment systems, we ensure the job is efficient, tidy, and done right. We can remove:
- Slabs and driveways
- Block walls and reinforced sections
- Footings and foundations
- Staircases and access structures
- Concrete waste (optional removal)
Service areas
BASED IN NELSON, SERVICING THE WIDER TASMAN & MARLBOROUGH REGIONS
Nelson & surrounding areas
Nelson Central, The Wood, Atawhai, Maitai, Stoke, Tahunanui, Richmond, Wakefield, Mapua, Brightwater
Tasman & rural districts
Motueka, Upper Moutere, Tapawera, Ngatimoti, Neudorf, Golden Bay, Takaka
Marlborough & coastal towns
Blenheim, Picton, Marlborough Sounds
Extended coverage
Murchison, Westport (by arrangement)