Choosing a Concrete Cutting Brisbane Contractor

Nearly every construction project involves some form of cutting concrete or core boring. While cutting concrete may seem fairly simple and straightforward, in actual practice there are several considerations to keep in mind to have a safe and successful concrete cutting or boring project.

Fist, you must know that concrete dust is potentially damaging to the lung sinuses and eyes. Concrete dust also becomes corrosive and abrasive and may damage surrounding finish.

Dust control becomes an important consideration when cutting concrete either with a saw or a drill or core boring bit. The two most common dust control methods are wet cutting where the dust is collected in the cooling water and pneumatic devices that pull the dust away in an air stream.

When using a diamond cutting blade or other abrasive disk cutting device such as concrete saw, the water also serves to lubricate and cool the cutting tools. Consideration must be made to handle the spillage of cooling water on to the surface being cut. Drainage must be provided or a vacuum system like a wet vacuum can be used to control the spread of the cooling water.

When using electric powered tools, adequate grounding, insulation and appropriate ground fault protection must be provided; standing in a paddle of water while operating and electric tool can be fatal if proper protections are not in place.

An extra precaution must be added when using core drilling machine. Many of these machines rely on suction to keep the bas in place during the drilling operation. The friction of the base suctioned against the floor provides the resistance to rotation while drilling.

Most decent size construction projects usually require the need for a concrete cutting contractor. Quite often medium and large constructions projects require utilities to move added or relocate to different areas. A concrete cutting Brisbane company can provide the solution for access and relocation of utilities. Concrete flat saws are used to cut floors for access underneath existing slabs; wall sawing cuts square or rectangle openings in walls. Core drilling cuts round holes in walls and floors. Gaining access opening in floors and wall allows utilities to be relocated or passed through or moved to other locations

However, before you hire the first concrete cutting Brisbane company in the phone book, a little homework should be a priority before hiring a contractor for your project. Concrete cutting, wall sawing, concrete breaking and removal is dangerous work. Spending a little time before you hire someone can pay great dividends and greatly reduce your exposure to liability. Have your concrete cutting Brisbane contractor provide you with three documents before he starts work.

Concrete cutting, wall sawing, concrete breaking and removal is dangerous work. It involves large motorized machinery and saw blades spinning at high RPM. The potential for something to go wrong is always present, so don't add more risk and liability to yourself by not checking out who is working for you. A few extra minutes before can save you a lot of grief in the future. So plan ahead and research the contracting company before you hire. Say no to anyone who cannot provide you the necessary documentation.