Concrete core drilling is the process of removing a cylinder of concrete from a concrete slab or structure. It’s sometimes referred to as concrete coring. As you can imagine, it requires specialized skills and equipment.
What is concrete core drilling used for?
There are many applications of concrete coring in the construction industry. Sometimes holes need to be drilled to make way for a structure’s plumbing and drain system. Holes are also needed for electrical, communication lines, or conduits. Concrete drilling is sometimes required for HVAC installation. Additionally, concrete core drilling is also used in structural testing. Whether the holes are necessary for making way for water pipes, sewer lines, phone lines, or computer lines, they need to be done in a precise location and diameter.
How are concrete holes made without causing damage to the surrounding structure?
Whenever you are working with concrete, you have one chance to do a job right. That’s why amateurs should not complete this job.
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