Concrete cutters offer a specialized service that involves using various tools and techniques to create openings, holes, or shapes in concrete structures. Concrete cutting and drilling can be used for a variety of purposes, such as remodeling, demolition, installation, repair, or decoration. In this blog post, we will explore the top five jobs that concrete cutters and drillers perform, and how they can benefit your project.

Slab sawing concrete with large saw

1. Slab Saw Cutting

Slab saw cutting is the process of cutting horizontal surfaces, such as floors, sidewalks, driveways, or parking lots, using a diamond blade mounted on a walk-behind or ride-on machine. Slab saw cutting can be used to create expansion joints, remove damaged or unwanted sections, or make room for plumbing, electrical, or HVAC systems.

setting up a wall saw to cut through concrete

2. Wall Sawing

Wall sawing is the process of cutting vertical or inclined surfaces, such as walls, columns, beams, or bridges, using a track-mounted machine that holds a circular blade. Wall sawing can be used to create door, window, or vent openings, or to separate or demolish concrete structures.

Drilling large hole into concrete wall

3. Core Drilling

Core drilling is the process of drilling cylindrical holes in concrete, using a hollow steel tube with diamond segments on the end. Core drilling can be used to create openings for pipes, wires, cables, conduits, or anchors, or to obtain concrete samples for testing.

National Concrete team posing with concrete while another team member cuts with ride-on machine

4. Curb Cutting

Curb cutting is the process of cutting curbs or gutters along the edge of a road or sidewalk, using a specialized machine that has a blade that can be adjusted to different angles. Curb cutting can be used to create driveways, ramps, or drainage channels, or to improve accessibility or aesthetics.

Person using GPR Scanner on concrete wall

5. GPR Scanning

GPR scanning is the process of using ground penetrating radar (GPR) to locate and identify objects or features within concrete, such as rebar, conduits, pipes, cables, or voids. GPR scanning can be used to plan and prepare for concrete cutting or drilling, or to avoid damaging or disrupting existing structures or utilities.

These are some of the most common and useful types of jobs that concrete cutters and drillers perform, but they are not the only ones. Concrete cutting and drilling is a versatile and
adaptable service that can meet the needs and demands of any project, big or small. If you are looking for a professional and reliable concrete cutting and drilling company in your area, look no further than National Concrete Cutting, and contact us today.