Diamond Drilling Ashford

BC Diamond Drilling & Sawing Ltd strives to deliver exemplary sawing and diamond drilling in Ashford, Kent. We believe it’s about attentively listening to your requirements and providing accurate estimates – that do not surprise you. With a strong belief in being reliable and punctual every time, we also pride ourselves on working efficiently while on site, so your project can move forward. These values have earned us a 5-star reputation, of which we’re proud to have gained. But, it’s not just that as to why you should choose us:

• We hold specialist qualifications, including a Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Specialist Concrete Occupations.
• Other qualifications allow us to handle asbestos safely, test face fit masks, and operate a 360 excavator up to 10 tonnes.
• We also hold the CITB Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) and the CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS).
• CHAS® Accredited
• Alcumas® Accredited
• PASMA® Certified
• Member of The Drilling & Sawing Association

Sawing and Diamond Drilling Services in Ashford, Kent

Wall Sawing

Need to create precise openings in brickwork, concrete, or even reinforced structures for doorways, windows, or service installations? Our wall sawing expertise ensures a clean, controlled cut that minimises disruption and maintains the aesthetic integrity of buildings.

Floor Sawing

Transforming basements, adding utility trenches, or needing precise concrete floor removal? Our floor sawing techniques offer a faster, cleaner alternative to traditional methods, keeping your project on schedule.

Stitch Drilling

Envisioning grand staircases or expansive elevator shafts? Stitch drilling allows us to create large openings by strategically overlapping core samples. This minimises structural impact.

Core Drilling

Structural integrity is crucial, and core drilling plays a vital role. We extract precise cylindrical samples of concrete or masonry for testing. But, this method is also a safe way to assist with making entries/openings.

Benefits of Diamond Drilling & Sawing

Surgical Precision

Minimise damage to surrounding structures, essential when working alongside Ashford’s historical and modern buildings.

Material Mastery

Our expertise tackles any challenge, from delicate brickwork to the most robust concrete.

Reduced Noise & Dust

We prioritise minimal disruption, ensuring a cleaner, quieter, and healthier work environment.

Faster Completion Times

Diamond drilling and sawing offer a quicker, more controlled solution compared to traditional methods.

Environmental Responsibility

At BC Diamond Drilling & Sawing Ltd, we’re committed to preserving the natural beauty of Ashford and its surroundings. Here’s how we minimise our environmental impact:

3-Phase Electric Hand-Held Saws

These saws are quieter and produce fewer emissions than hydraulic models, keeping the air clean.

Advanced Dust Suppression Techniques

Our water-based dust control systems ensure a clean and healthy work environment, minimising dust pollution on site.

Use Cases of Sawing & Diamond Drilling Ashford

Ashford International Station

It is commonly used to create openings for new structures at Ashford International Station, such as additional platforms or retail spaces. In addition, it is commonly employed to install anchors for structural reinforcement in the station’s buildings and platforms.

St. Mary the Virgin Church

Diamond drilling is commonly used in the renovation of St. Mary the Virgin Church, a Grade I listed building. This has included creating openings for new plumbing, electrical, and heating systems. Moreover, diamond drilling is commonly used to install anchors for structural reinforcement in the church’s tower and other parts of the building.

Ashford Town Centre

Ashford’s town centre has lots of historic buildings that require renovation. This has included creating openings for new plumbing, electrical, and heating systems. Diamond drilling is commonly employed to install anchors for structural reinforcement in buildings and bridges within the town centre.

Elwick Place and Town Centre Regeneration

Ashford Borough Council describes Elwick Place, its council-owned cinema and leisure complex, as a cornerstone of the town centre’s regeneration, with new leisure and entertainment units planned beneath the cinema. Fit-out and alteration work in buildings like this typically relies on core drilling for services and wall sawing or floor sawing to form precise openings in reinforced concrete.

High-Speed Rail Upgrades at Ashford International

Network Rail upgraded signalling and widened the international platforms at Ashford International so that Eurostar’s new e320 trains could call at the station, with Ashford Borough Council and Kent County Council working alongside Network Rail. Railway and platform works like these involve drilling for fixings and cable routes and precise concrete cutting, often in tightly controlled working windows.