Inspect and Demolish Damaged Concrete
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What happens here
Begin by assessing the extent of the damage to the concrete curb and gutter. Use a small hand tool, such as a chisel or pry bar, to chip away any loose or easily removable concrete pieces. Once the superficial damage is cleared, switch to a more powerful tool like a rotary hammer drill to break apart the thicker, more stubborn sections of the damaged concrete. Continue this process until all compromised concrete is removed, creating a clean void for the new material.
Goal: Remove all compromised concrete from the repair area
Tools and materials
- Hearing protection — Protecting ears from loud tool noise
- Rotary hammer drill DeWalt — Breaking up thick, damaged concrete sections
- Safety glasses — Protecting eyes from concrete fragments and dust
- Shovel — Removing broken concrete pieces from the repair area
- Small hand tool — Chipping away loose concrete and initial clearing