My neighbour is asking me to help her remove the concrete
path that leads up to her front step. I just want to know if I cn do this with a sledge hammer, or if I have to rent a concrete saw.
2007-06-05 13:24:15 · 7 answers · asked by sharo_shiri99 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Some muscle and a sledge hammer will work just fine.
2007-06-05 13:26:33 · answer #1 · answered by perkie5 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on thickness of concrete, a sledge hammer is fine to use. I wouldn't think it will be too thick. A concrete saw wouldn't be the best anyway.A Pneumatic drill would be better.Good Luck!
2007-06-05 17:44:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most sidewalks a relatively thin, and can me broken up with a sledge hammer...but why bother? Small jackhammers (50lbs) can be rented at several places. Check for availability in your area. Either way, remember to wear eye protection.
2007-06-06 11:48:06 · answer #3 · answered by woodworker173 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes...to complete this task you will need only 4 things.
1) trusty sledge hammer
2) good gloves
3) 6 pack of beer (provided by the neighbor)
4) One tube of Icey Hot
Edit *** I can't stress enough the importance of #3
2007-06-05 13:28:58 · answer #4 · answered by beeze 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
A big pry bar helps, too. Lever up large pieces and put a block under them. Having an air space under the slab makes it break much easier.
2007-06-05 15:01:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
power sledge hammer.
2007-06-05 13:27:33 · answer #6 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
we did it with a sledge. hurts your arms a bit but it works.
2007-06-05 13:32:59 · answer #7 · answered by racer 51 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋