subject: How To Break Up And Remove Concrete [print this page] There are several reasons a homeowner may want to break up and remove concrete. It could be in the way of some piping that needs to be fixed. It could be obstructing the sewer system. It might be a sidewalk, patio or driveway that needs to be done. Whatever the reasons, many find that they need to remove concrete and would prefer to do it themselves rather than to pay to have it professionally done. Those who want to do it themselves will require the help of a few different tools.
In order to break up concrete, it's important to invest in either a sledge hammer or a hammer drill. A sledge hammer is much less expensive to rent or buy than renting or buying a hammer drill. Sledge hammers, though, are far more difficult in that they require brute strength in order to yield any results. A hammer drill is electric and was created for the purpose of pounding on and breaking up concrete for removal. Hammer drills are also known as electric chipping hammers. One of these devices will be necessary for breaking up concrete before removal.
It's also important not to forget the basic tools such as protective eyewear and heavy duty gloves. Circular saws and demolition saws are other types of equipment that will help also. No one should be trying to break up concrete without properly protecting themselves. It's a rough job with many possibilities for going wrong. One should never attempt such a job without having another adult present in order to help maintain proper safety precautions. Also, children should never be present when such a task is attempted.
Once the concrete has been broken up using one or several of the previously mentioned tools, it's time to remove the chunks of concrete. Work like this is draining and can have serious repercussions on the back if not done correctly. Having tools like a skid grapple and skid loader attachments for the various sizes of concrete will save the homeowner from needless backache and also clean up the mess in a fraction of the time it would have taken otherwise. These are perfect aids for clearing out heavy leftovers from a messy job. No one who wants to remove concrete should begin a job without them. Indeed, when all the proper tools have been obtained, it's not too difficult at all to break up and remove the concrete.
