What is the importance of core drilling?

Ashton Sawing and Drilling • December 12, 2023

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Ashton Sawing and Drilling: Core Drilling

Core Drilling for Concrete Construction in TX & LA

Core drilling is a crucial part of the concrete construction process. Only an expert with years of experience in concrete drilling services and access to professional concrete drilling equipment should perform core drilling. Without the proper equipment, you run the risk of damaging the concrete or surrounding structures and rendering the worksite, building, or foundation unsafe. At Ashton Sawing and Drilling, we have decades of experience providing core drilling services in Louisiana, Texas, and throughout the United States. We have a variety of quality, reliable core drills, as well as the experience to choose the right drill for the job.

What Is Core Drilling?

Core drilling is a process in which a hollow, cylindrical drill is used to remove a cylinder of concrete in order to perform laboratory tests. These laboratory tests analyze the material quality, strength, and compliance of the concrete. A core drilling company might also recommend core drilling for concrete construction in order to route utility conduits through a concrete structure, or create openings for access. Additionally, core drilling services can be used to create a hole for pressure testing of concrete.

Why Core Drilling Is Important

Concrete core drilling is the safest, most effective, and most efficient method of creating holes in concrete during the construction process. With access to the right tools, knowledge, and equipment, core drilling companies can accurately drill a clean hole through concrete for a variety of purposes and applications. Depending on the type of concrete sawing and drilling tools used, it is possible for an expert to drill a hole of any width, depth, or shape according to the specific needs of the project.

Applications of Our Concrete Sawing & Drilling Services

At Ashton Sawing and Drilling, we’re called on to use our core drilling services throughout the U.S. for a variety of different purposes and applications, including:

  • Phone lines
  • HVAC ducting
  • Sprinkler systems
  • Railing posts
  • Manholes
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical
  • Concrete pressure testing
  • Soil testing

Benefits of Choosing Ashton Sawing and Drilling

When you choose our experts for core drilling services, you’re getting professionals with years of experience in completing the job reliably, efficiently, and correctly. Here are the benefits of using our core drilling company for concrete sawing and drilling:

  • Minimal disruption
  • Less mess and dust
  • Guaranteed safety
  • Efficiency and precision
  • Cost-effective

Contact Us for More Information on Core Drilling

If you’re interested in learning more about core drilling services, call us today at Ashton Sawing and Drilling. We have offices located in Houston, Dallas, and Louisiana, and we use only the newest equipment and most current technology to provide exceptional workmanship for each and every client. We pride ourselves on offering a fast turnaround time with minimal disruption to our clients’ businesses and construction timelines. We have been in business for 20 years, and in that time have grown to become one of the largest and most trusted commercial concrete service companies in the Gulf States. We’re known as an industry leader in concrete services such as concrete sawing, wire/wall sawing, core drilling, concrete placement, concrete breaking and removal, robotic demolition, and concrete polishing, coatings, and floor prep. To learn more about our services, call us today or contact us online.

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