Concrete Core Drilling cuts neat circular holes through concrete and masonry for pipes, cables, ducts, anchors and sampling. Use Demolitions South Africa to send one request and diamond core drilling specialists can reply with prices.
Describe your job once to get concrete core drilling quotes.
Get Core Drilling QuotesWhat Concrete Core Drilling Includes
- Marking and setting up the drill rig.
- Wet or dry diamond core drilling.
- Removing the cores.
- Water and slurry control.
- Cleaning up.
Projects Covered
- Holes for plumbing, drainage and air conditioning.
- Cable and fibre penetrations.
- Holes in slabs, walls and beams (with approval).
- Anchor and bolt holes.
- Core samples for testing.
Scope Options and Exclusions
Scope options
- Single holes or multiple holes.
- Small to large diameters.
- Overhead and angled drilling.
- Scanning before drilling.
Usually excluded
- Engineer approval for holes in structural members.
- Fire sealing and making good, unless quoted.
- Locating services, unless scanning is included.
How It Works
- Assessment. The specialist checks position, diameter, depth and what may be embedded.
- Quotation. You get a price per hole or per day, with call-out.
- Work. Holes are drilled, cores removed and water controlled.
- Clearance. The area is cleaned and cores removed.
Requests are accepted from all nine provinces. Matching depends on the service and on local contractor availability, so the number of replies can vary.
Concrete Core Drilling Prices
Prices JUST UPDATED. Indicative ballpark ranges, excluding VAT. Your quote depends on the site.
| Work | Ballpark price (excl. VAT) |
|---|---|
| 25 to 50 mm hole | R400 to R800 per hole |
| 51 to 100 mm hole | R800 to R1,500 per hole |
| 101 to 150 mm hole | R1,200 to R2,200 per hole |
| 151 to 250 mm hole | R2,000 to R3,500 per hole |
| Over 250 mm | From R3,500 per hole |
| Minimum call-out | R1,500 to R3,500 |
What Affects the Price
- Diameter and depth.
- Number of holes.
- Reinforcement.
- Overhead or difficult positions.
- Water supply and access.
- VAT.
What to Include in Your Request
- Location.
- Number of holes, diameter and depth.
- Wall or slab, and material.
- Photos and drawings.
- Height and access.
- Whether the structure is approved for the holes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you drill through reinforcement?
Diamond bits cut through steel, but cutting reinforcement in structural members needs engineer approval.
Is core drilling noisy?
It is far quieter than breaking, with little vibration.
Is there a minimum charge?
Most specialists have a call-out or minimum charge, so grouping holes into one visit saves money.
Should the slab be scanned first?
Yes, if there may be cables, pipes or tendons in the slab.
Can holes be drilled overhead?
Yes, with the right rig and water control.
Describe your job once and get the best quote, fast.
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Keep it brief. Give your location, the service, the approximate size and a short description. With your consent, your enquiry is passed only to independent contractors suited to the job, and you decide whether to go ahead.
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