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Graham Bowers (Zen)
 
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Dan Gravell wrote:
Hi, novice diy'er/gardner here.

I want to transform my South London back yard into a rural idyll.
Currently my back yard is almost completely covered in concrete, with an
extra thick bit where a ludicruously oversized shed sits (that's going
too). I guess I want to remove this, but how do I go about it? How thick
is it likely to be? Do I need to hire a pneumatic drill or similar?

When I remove it, will I likely just have soil underneath?

Another consideration is that manhole covers and drains are built into
the concrete.

Thanks,
Dan

I rented an electric breaker. I can't remember how much or what type,
but it was 110 volts so I needed a transformer, so could indicate an
industrial type. It cut through like a knife through butter and some of
that concrete was 9 inches thick. I did try a sledge and chisel first
but it bounced off.
Cheers
Graham