Cutting & drilling

Hand & ring sawing for concrete

Hand and ring sawing are methods for localised concrete cuts, edges and opening alterations. Cut depth, layout and working space determine the approach.

When are hand and ring sawing considered?

Hand and ring sawing provide options for localised concrete cutting, including openings, edges and adjustments during refurbishment. Method selection depends on the required depth, cut layout, material and the space available to position the equipment.

A targeted approach to smaller cutting areas

These enquiries often involve adjusting an existing opening, separating a concrete edge or preparing a local section for removal. A wide photo of the work area and a close-up of the proposed cuts help show obstacles, adjacent finishes and how the material will be handled.

Hand sawing or ring sawing?

Hand-held and ring-saw methods have different equipment and access requirements. You do not need to select the machine before enquiring. Describe the finished result, approximate material thickness and which sides can be reached so the team can assess the suitable approach.

Common project requirements

  • Small openings and adjustments
  • Concrete edge and corner work
  • Renovation and fit-out cutting
  • Localised removal preparation

What to send for a quote

  • Required cut length and depth
  • Material and location of the work
  • Photos showing surrounding access
  • Any restrictions on dust, noise or water

Don’t have every detail yet? Tell us what you know. The team can discuss what else is needed.

What affects pricing

  • Total cut length, depth and the number of separate work areas.
  • Material, access, repositioning and surrounding finishes.
  • Site controls, section removal, working hours and mobilisation.

The office reviews these factors before scope and pricing are agreed. A requested date is subject to confirmed availability.

Planning the work

  1. Mark the requested cut lines and distinguish retained concrete from the section to be removed.
  2. Discuss workspace, nearby services, occupied areas and any restrictions on water, dust or noise.
  3. Confirm handling, removal and finishing requirements alongside the cutting work.

Scope and responsibilities

Small cuts can still require investigation and careful coordination with surrounding work. Tell us about finishes, services and structures near the cuts. Equipment capacity and suitability need confirmation for the actual site.

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Hand & ring sawing FAQs

These answers help you prepare an enquiry. For requirements specific to your site, talk to the office.

Discuss your project
Do I need to choose between a hand saw and a ring saw?

No. Describe the opening or cut you need, provide the material thickness if known and show the available access. The team can assess which cutting method suits the site.

Can I enquire about enlarging an existing opening?

Yes. Show the current opening, the required finished dimensions and the concrete to be removed. Include any structural or service information relevant to the change so the scope can be reviewed.

What is the maximum cutting depth?

Depth depends on the equipment, material and access. Send the required depth and explain whether both sides are accessible. The office will confirm the applicable capability rather than relying on a general website limit.

What should photos of a small cutting job show?

Include a close-up of the marked cut and a wider view showing access, nearby finishes and services. Add dimensions in the description; a photograph alone does not establish the size or depth of the work.

Will the surrounding surfaces need repairs afterwards?

Describe the finish you need to retain or reinstate. Cutting, concrete removal and making good are separate scope items, so confirm the required finish and who is responsible for it before booking.

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Send the site address and what needs doing. The office reviews the scope and availability before a quote or booking is agreed.

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