Harry K wrote:
On Sep 20, 6:26 am, "RogerT" wrote:
I am looking for a way to create a hole through a poured concrete
wall to allow a 1-1/2 inch PVC pipe from a sump pump to go through.

Which is better to rent for this job -- a hammer drill or a rotary
hammer?

Rent the rotary hammer to begin with. If you rent a 'hammer drill'
you will go back for the rotary. BTDT. You aren't going to make a
neat round hole with anything but a coring machine. Using the rotary
hammer drill a series of holes around the outline of your big hole and
knock out the webs with a hammer. Expect a big mess for cleanup.

Thanks. I think I'll try the rotary hammer.

I just went to see if they rent them at Home Depot near me and they had
hammer drills but not rotary hammers. I can check the Home Depot that is
near the property where I will be doing the work to see if they have rotary
hammers for rent.

But, I also just checked the Harbor Freight website and I may just go ahead
and buy one since they are only $80 and their store is on my way to the
property. Here's what I saw on their website:

http://www.harborfreight.com/3-in-1-...mer-97743.html .