What is rock splitting?
Rock splitting is a specialist approach to breaking rock into sections for handling and removal. Its suitability depends on the material, exposed area, available access and the constraints around nearby structures and services.
Describe the rock and the finished excavation
Send photos showing exposed rock and the surrounding site, with approximate dimensions or quantities if available. Explain the finished level or space required, and identify any drawings or investigations that describe the material. Unknown quantities should be clearly stated.
Breaking and clearing are separate requirements
The broken material still needs to be moved from the work area. Include the access available for removal equipment, the handling route and the party undertaking excavation or disposal. Nearby buildings, boundaries and services should be identified for the method review.
Common project requirements
- Localised rock breaking
- Site-preparation works
- Excavation support packages
- Project-specific breaking requirements
What to send for a quote
- Site photographs and rock location
- Approximate quantity or dimensions
- Access and nearby structures
- Who will handle the broken material
Don’t have every detail yet? Tell us what you know. The team can discuss what else is needed.
What affects pricing
- Material, exposed dimensions and the quantity or removal limits.
- Site access, surrounding constraints and preparation requirements.
- Broken-material handling, stages, disposal and mobilisation.
The office reviews these factors before scope and pricing are agreed. A requested date is subject to confirmed availability.
Planning the work
- Review exposed material, target excavation or removal limits and available site information.
- Discuss the proposed breaking approach alongside adjacent structures, services and access.
- Confirm handling, clearing, disposal and follow-on excavation responsibilities.
Scope and responsibilities
The breaking method must be assessed for the rock and surrounding structures. Noise, vibration and access constraints should be identified with the enquiry so the project requirements can be reviewed.
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