What Homeowners Need to Know About Concrete Cutting
Concrete cutting is a process involving the removal or modification of concrete surfaces. Unlike other construction materials, concrete is thicker and more robust, requiring a standardized method to cut it. Property home repairs or improvements made on concrete buildings require concrete cutting.
If you lack the right tools or experience, this process could be risky to perform as a DIY.
However, it is not impossible to handle concrete cutting on your own. We can cut concrete with precision and depth with a diamond or wet-cutting blade. Before beginning the process, homeowners should tape drop cloths to doors if working in the basement or garage. Air vents should also be draped with a cloth or a plastic sheet.
Use a chalk line to mark places you intend to cut. Make the line as thick as possible for easy visibility so that it doesn't get rubbed off easily. It helps to run a trickle of water over the marked line to minimize dust production as you cut.
Remember to wear protective clothing such as steel-toed boots, eye protection, knee pads, and shin guards. If you're uncomfortable with this type of project, call a professional concrete cutting service.
