How Do You Remove A Concrete Driveway?
The majority of homes built today are built with a concrete driveway, and while concrete is a generally durable material that is able to withstand weather and abuse, the prolonged effect of heavy traffic can take its toll. If the driveway has deteriorated beyond repair, or you simply want to redesign it using different materials, demolishing and disposing of the concrete driveway is a usually easy task with the use of simple construction tools. Put on safety gear (work gloves, safety glasses, ear plugs) before starting any work. Firmly hold the jackhammer with the chisel resting on the concrete driveway. Turn on the jackhammer (usually trigger activated on the jackhammer handle) to begin breaking apart the concrete. To avoid getting the jackhammer stuck in the concrete, change the angle at which you are holding the jackhammer. Work your way through the driveway, starting on any edge or corner. Break apart any large chunks of concrete using the sledge hammer, as the jackhammer may only
