What is the best way to remove concrete?

• <div><p>For concrete that’s under 3 inches thick, use a crowbar or a wrecking tool like a sledgehammer to pry the concrete, starting at the corners and working toward the center. You’ll need a jackhammer to break up concrete that’s over 3 inches thick. Do your homework if you use a jackhammer; you’ll need full protective gear that includes a hard hat, safety goggles, and steel-toed boots. </p></div>

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Q: Do I need a permit to cut through a concrete block wall to install a door?

• <div><p>Permits are required when carrying out any structural work, so in most cases, you will need a building permit to cut through a concrete block wall to install a door. If you have specific questions about your project or need to obtain a permit, contact your municipal building department or ask your contractor for advice.</p></div>

Q: How much does concrete disposal cost?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-should-concrete-demo-cost-square-foot.htm#">Concrete disposal costs</a> between <b>$0.50 and $2 per square foot</b> of concrete in most cases, but the price can fall outside of that range depending on a few factors. Some of the most important cost factors include the following:</p><ul><li><p>Amount of concrete you need hauled away</p></li><li><p>Distance from a proper dump site</p></li><li><p>Whether or not your old concrete can be recycled</p></li><li><p>Add-on services, like concrete demolition and site prep</p></li><li><p>Local dumping costs</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: How can I save money on concrete disposal?

• <div><p>There are a few ways you can save money on <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-dispose-of-concrete.htm">concrete disposal</a>, including hiring a company that specializes in the service. While you&rsquo;ll pay for the labor, professional removal companies can save you money on dumping fees if they can recycle or sell the old concrete. If possible, you can also do your own concrete demolition, which can cut down on labor costs. Paying for haul-away service only, you could save between <b>$1.50 and $5.50</b> <b>per square foot</b> of concrete instead of paying for demolition and removal.</p></div>

Q: How long does removal take?

• <div><p>Removal typically takes 30 minutes to 1 hour per item, depending on accessibility and size.</p></div>

Q: What is the best way to remove concrete?

• <div><p>For concrete that&rsquo;s under 3 inches thick, use a crowbar or a wrecking tool like a sledgehammer to pry the concrete, starting at the corners and working toward the center. You&rsquo;ll need a jackhammer to break up concrete that&rsquo;s over 3 inches thick. Do your homework if you use a jackhammer; you&rsquo;ll need full protective gear that includes a hard hat, safety goggles, and steel-toed boots. </p></div>

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A home we had bought needed radon mitigation to reduce the radon level below the EPA recommended 4 pCi/L level. Being an older home which had been extensively added onto by previous owners, the construction which included approx. 1/3 over a small basement, 1/3 over two separate areas of concrete...
Neighbors Heating Cooling Plumbing & Geothermal
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Reviewed in March 2014
We called them.after the basement flooded due a bad sump. We were told it would be three days before they would be there to drop off fans. We ended up pulling and hauling the carpet ourselves as a result. When they arrived, late, they dropped off two dehumidifiers but no fans. They then...
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Reviewed in June 2013
Not good. Received the original quote $250.00, but when he came to do the work, he said it was for a different tree. Then quoted $500.00 to cut correct tree. We said we thought that was a little high, since we were expecting $250.00. He then said he would cut for two hours, which he said would...
Veterans Tree Service
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Reviewed in November 2012
Very well. I contacted them on the website about whether they would be interested in doing such a job, and they called me back with 2 days. They went out to the job site and gave us an estimate within 4-5 days. Started job within a week. Job was completed in 1 day. They chipped up smaller...
D & J'S COMPLETE TREE SVC
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Reviewed in May 2012
Mary shampooed, cut and styled my hair for a very reasonable price and with excellent results. She is friendly and willing to make an appointment for the early evening. She was able to advise me about the style that would suit my face shape, and she was careful not to cut too short without...
Mary & CO
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Reviewed in February 2012
Kevin and Nate first pre-plumbed our drains and well runs before the concrete floor was poured and as soon as the inside was ready for the rough in they came back and worked with us on the locations of everything and talked us through what they would be doing and when. We felt totally...
City Plumbing
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Reviewed in February 2012
Mr. Turner came out and gave me a bid the same day I called. The following week the crew was on site early and got the job underway. The concrete was poured by noon. They have the right equipment and tools to do it correctly. I am very happy with this company. I have used him in the past and...
TURNER CONCRETE
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Reviewed in November 2008
Tom arrived to do an estimate when he said he would and he was polite and professional. He made it clear that he might not get to my job for weeks because of a backlog of work. I was fine with that. He didn't give me a specific date when the tree would be cut down. In fact, he just showed up one...
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