Demolishing a Paver or Concrete Patio Properly
Most people have a patio in their backyard – this is where they go to relax and enjoy the great outdoors. However, unfortunately, patios don’t last forever. After some time, they may start to fade and look worn down and that is when it is time to demolish the patio and build a new one. When demolishing your patio, you’re going to pull up the cement, which may be hard for the average person to do. Whether you’re demolishing a brick paver or concrete patio, you will need to have the proper tools ready and of course, a way to properly dispose of the debris that comes from demolishing it. The tools required to rip apart a concrete patio will depend on the structure. Most concrete patios are un-reinforced, which means they don’t have any rebar. For this case, a jackhammer would be the best method to use in order to break the concrete into smaller pieces that you can shovel away (hopefully straight into a dumpster you rented). If the patio is small and the concrete is already cracked, then a sledgehammer should do the trick. Now, if the patio has been reinforced with rebar, then you’re going to need some heavy equipment, like a hydraulic lift, which will raise large sections, or an excavator to dig and lift the pieces up. Basic Tools Required to Demolish and Remove Concrete from Your Patio:- Shovels
- Sledgehammer
- Jackhammer
- Long Pry Bar
- Safety Gear (eye protection, Leather gloves, and steel-toe boots)
- A dumpster
