Concrete and asphalt are hard materials, so you’ll need something harder to cut through these foundations. Although the first diamond blades used natural diamonds, modern concrete uses synthetic diamonds specially engineered to cut concrete aggregates.
Whether your project requires a high-RPM saw or an electric-powered flat saw for cutting and trenching, a saw-cutting concrete contractor like R. J. Potteiger Construction Services, Inc. will meet your needs and ensure safe and efficient job completion.
Our saw-cutting services have many applications, including cutting reinforced concrete in tough, hard-to-reach areas.
Slab sawing, also known as flat sawing or flat slab sawing, is a common technique for flattening concrete surfaces. A diamond blade cutter on a walk-behind machine can cut asphalt, poured concrete, and precast concrete up to 24 inches thick, making concrete slab sawing ideal for projects requiring minimal disruption to other construction work.
Slab sawing is beneficial in various applications:
Also called track sawing due to the use of tracks for accurate cutting alignment, concrete wall sawing uses powerful diamond-blade saws to cut through thick concrete barrier walls, floors and ceilings. This saw-cutting method most benefits projects that use poured concrete and tilt-up concrete panels and pipes. It creates a low-frequency vibration on surrounding concrete, cutting up to 24 inches deep when accessed on one wall side and 48 inches on both sides.
Concrete wall sawing is mostly used in residential renovation projects to cut straight openings in walls, ceilings and floors to install windows and doors. Wall sawing cuts special or unusual-sized openings in commercial and industrial buildings to install HVAC, plumbing systems and other fixtures.
Hand saws create electrical, plumbing and HVAC openings for new utility lines. Their small size allows for precision and control during intricate projects. Hand sawing is ideal for cutting ventilation holes in crawl spaces and other hard-to-reach areas in residential, commercial and industrial settings.
We use diamond-blade concrete saws selected based on the material, depth, location, and job conditions. For indoor projects, we may use electric saws to avoid fumes. For outdoor or remote job sites, we may use gas or diesel-powered equipment depending on access and project needs.
Our concrete cutting team has experience with a range of saw cutting and core drilling applications for commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Many of our team members are also cross-trained in other construction disciplines, which helps us coordinate efficiently with other trades and complete work safely and accurately.
Concrete cutting is used to make precise openings, joints, or removal cuts in concrete and asphalt. Concrete grinding is used to smooth, level, or prepare the surface. If a project requires depth and accuracy, saw cutting is typically the better option.
We can cut many types of concrete, including poured concrete, precast concrete, asphalt, and reinforced concrete. The best cutting method depends on the slab thickness, presence of rebar, access to the area, and the type of opening or cut required.
Yes. We provide concrete saw cutting for plumbing, sewer, electrical, and utility access in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Depending on the project, we may use slab sawing, wall sawing, or hand sawing to create clean openings while limiting unnecessary disruption to the surrounding area.
Yes, we also provide concrete core drilling services for commercial and industrial projects. Core drilling is often used when a project requires clean, round openings for pipes, conduit, wiring, or other utilities.
R. J. Potteiger Construction Services, Inc. provides professional concrete saw cutting in Carlisle, PA, and throughout Central Pennsylvania. Our team is experienced in handling challenging saw cutting projects, including slab cutting and wall cutting reinforced concrete used in foundations, beams, and utility structures. If your project involves rebar-reinforced concrete, we’ll develop a cutting strategy that minimizes impact on surrounding materials.
Whether you’re planning a commercial construction job or a home renovation project, we’re ready to meet your concrete saw cutting needs. Call our concrete contractors at 717-697-3192 or contact us to discuss your saw-cutting service requirements or request an estimate.
