Choosing The Best Chipping Hammer for the Job
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios

Defined Tag: Chipping Hammer.

A chipping hammer is extraordinarily useful for small home concrete demolition projects. Their size and relative safety of use makes them ideal for the do it yourself homeowner. And their versatility means that they can be used almost anywhere, whether outside on concrete patios, in the garage, in the basement, or anywhere else that has unwanted concrete. Plus, they're affordable, especially if you're only renting one for a few hours or so. And a chipping hammer finishes a job that would take days with a sledgehammer and chisel in only a few hours.

A chipping hammer is basically a jackhammer, but smaller, and designed for home use rather than commercial construction. There are three basic types; the electric, which is usually the cheapest and the one you're most likely to use; the pneumatic, a bit more expensive, but also more powerful, and the hydraulic. The weight of a chipping hammer varies, but in general, heavier hammers will be more powerful, and lighter ones will be less powerful. Some hammers, ideal for small jobs in hard to reach places or high up, weigh as little as five pounds. Others, closer to the commercial jackhammer and better for large scale demolition projects where you aren't working above your head can weigh over thirty pounds.

In the end, the ideal chipping hammer for the job depends on what the job is. Nearly all chipping hammers have a precise, controlled chipping action which allows a skilled worker to chip away at even delicate areas without fear. If, say, you want to chip out a small part of a concrete wall where you'll be working vertically, a lighter hammer will take longer, but will also be safer and offer more control so you don't damage any nearby fixtures. If, on the other hand, you're taking out a concrete patio in the back yard, you'll want to go with the heaviest, most powerful chipping hammer you can find or afford. Shop experts may also have tips on finding the best hammer to suit your particular needs.

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