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Building Strong Foundations for a Better Tomorrow
Stopforth Contracting Ltd is a family-owned and operated business with deep roots in the earthmoving, civil construction, commercial & residential drainage industries. Led by owner and director Tom Stopforth, along with his father Michael Stopforth, the company brings over 50 years of combined expertise. The company is now into its third generation and has since evolved into a very successful family business employing over 20 staff.
Stopforth Contracting has the experience, skill and capacity to take on challenging contracting projects of any scale. Our expertise in civil construction focuses on bulk earthworks, land development and civil drainage right through to works which include residential earthworks involving foundation and floor prep and environmental services.
“Stopforth Contracting Ltd is a family-owned and operated business with deep roots in the earthmoving, civil construction, commercial & residential drainage industries.“
Family
Expertise
Three generations delivering reliable earthworks and drainage services backed by 50+ years of experience.
Civil
Specialists
Experienced team handling land development, bulk earthworks, and residential preparation with consistent quality.
Skilled Teamwork
Dedicated crew of trained operators and laborers ensuring safe, efficient, high-standard results every time.
Why Choose Stopforth Contracting?
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Our civil construction expertise includes bulk earthworks, land development, civil drainage, and residential earthworks such as foundation preparation, floor prep, and environmental services.
Meet the professionals behind our success.
Tom Stopforth
Managing Director
Michael Stopforth
Civil Projects Manager
Zane
Engineer
Common Questions About Stopforth Contracting
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What services does Stopforth Contracting offer?
We specialise in civil drainage, earthworks, site preparation, bulk excavation, and land development for residential and commercial projects across Canterbury.
Are you licensed for civil drainage works?
What areas do you serve?
Do you handle both small and large projects?
What makes Stopforth different from other contractors?
Client
"Stopforth Contracting assisted us with aggregate carting, and they were great to work with — reliable, efficient, and professional. Highly recommend from BC Drainage and Excavation!"
Client
"We had a great experience working with Stopforth Contracting Ltd. Tom and the team did a fantastic job preparing our driveway and foundation, shaping a bund, and completing all of the trenching needed to bring water and power to the site."
What Our Clients Say About Us
Trusted for quality and reliability, Stopforth Contracting delivers exceptional results on every project.