If you have some old concrete on your property that you are ready to part ways with, it might be tempting to go out there and start busting it up on your own. Before you do that, you need to consider what this process actually looks like. It is far more complicated than simply breaking up the concrete to get rid of it. You need to think about disposing of the concrete and the tools needed to get the job done as well. MCM Hauling is here to talk about what concrete demolition looks like so you can make plans to get rid of your old concrete.
Calculate Actual Savings of DIY VS Hiring Professionals
Whenever you are thinking of tackling a large project like concrete removal on your own, you need to calculate what the actual savings are going to look like. It might seem like you are going to save all this money by taking it on alone, but you might have underestimated what this project will actually entail. If you don’t have the right equipment, that will be an added cost. You will also need to think about disposal costs, and other fees that you will accrue. Sometimes, it sounds better to do it yourself than it actually will be.
What is the Best Equipment for Concrete Demolition?
There is some specialized equipment that will be needed to get old concrete removed from your property. You need to think about using either a sledgehammer or a jackhammer to get the job done. If you have never used a jackhammer, you might be better off using a sledgehammer to get it out of there. There are also different types of jackhammers that you can choose from depending on what type of concrete you are trying to get rid of.
How Do I Get Rid of a Lot of Concrete?
You will not be able to simply throw away the concrete in your normal trash can. It is far too heavy, and your waste disposal company won’t be able of get rid of it for you. There might be some concrete recyclers in your area that will gladly take the concrete off your hands. A typical 12×14 patio will weight about 5,000 pounds in concrete. You need to know how much concrete you’re going to need to be getting rid of as you make plans for disposal as well.
What Can I Do with Old Rebar & Mesh?
Often, there is more than just concrete involved in getting rid of an old patio. There will usually be mesh and rebar that is mixed in it as well. You will need bolt cutters and other equipment to cut through this as well as make arrangements to dispose of concrete that has mesh and rebar in it.
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If you are wanting to get rid of a concrete patio, you can turn to MCM Hauling to take care of it for you. We have all the equipment needed to get the job done and will handle disposal for you as well. Call us today!
