Core Drilling

Core drilling is the process of creating cylindrical holes in asphalt, brickwork, brick, concrete, masonry and sandstone. Its core purpose is to extract materials for testing as well as create holes for maintenance or renovation purposes.

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BC Diamond Drilling & Sawing Ltd are specialists in core drilling.

BC Diamond Drilling & Sawing Ltd, specialists in diamond drilling in London and the South East, has a team of highly trained and skilled core drilling contractors who can be onsite within 24 hours.

Priding ourselves on reliability and punctuality, we will arrive and unload our well-maintained core drill exactly when you need us.

With extensive investment into our plant of equipment, we cut clean and smooth holes with a diameter as little as 12 mm up to 1 metre.

We recognise your workload and time constraints on your projects, so we aim to undertake our core drilling services for clients as professionally and efficiently as possible. Your satisfaction is paramount.

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Accredited & Certified

We're CHAS® Accredited, Alcumas® Accredited and PASMA® Certified.
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One-Stop Solution

We work on commercial, domestic and industrial projects, creating holes of any size and any MoHS rating, any time of the day at short notice.
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Reliable & Punctual

We'll be onsite exactly when you need us. No last minute stressing to find another contractor when you work with us.
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Use Cases of Core Drilling

The core drilling process commences with marking the designated hole location using chalk or a laser pointer. The core bit is then securely mounted onto the coring machine’s spindle. To minimise overheating and facilitate dust removal, the drilling area is dampened with water or a lubricant. The core drill is activated, gradually cutting through the material at a controlled speed and depth.

Once the desired depth is reached, the core bit is retracted. The drilled hole is thoroughly cleaned and inspected for any imperfections or damage. In cases where the hole is particularly large or critical, it may be reinforced with steel rebar or similar materials to maintain structural integrity.

Electrical conduits
Plumbing pipes
HVAC ducting
Sampling material for testing
Repairing materials
Demolishing concrete
Anchor bolts
Tie rods
Drainage pipes
Fire alarm systems
Security cameras
Sprinkler systems
Lifts and escalators
Stairwells
K Q
17/12/2023
This company did an amazing job for us. They were very professional and reliable. Highly recommended and would definitely use again.
Grace L
12/10/2023
BC Diamond Drilling & Sawing is awesome! They're spot-on with communication, super professional, and keep things tidy. Definitely recommend it. Thank you team!
Roham Haddadi
09/09/2023
Very professional and great expertise. I booked them very last minute to drill 2 holes for an AC unit and they were very accommodating; great communication the day before, arrived on time in the morning, and did an excellent job. Even stayed longer to help install the AC. Would definitely recommend them!
James Regan
02/03/2023
Very professional and knowledgeable team. Helped us on a tricky site and were absolutely great. Would definitely use again.
sean fitzgerald
10/10/2022
Best contractors I’ve had on site, I’ve used Bailey and his guys on a number of jobs and every time they deliver on time and always leave my sites in perfect condition.
Cali Pax
16/05/2022
Used on numerous jobs even undershirt notice very Professional service left my site clean and tidy unlike no other drilling or sawing company I’ve used before big thank you to Bailey and the Bc diamond drilling team always a pleasure look forward to using you guys again
Jim Wright
12/11/2021
I have used Bailey on numerous jobs over the past few years . He has always taken care of anything I have thrown at him in an amazing time scale . I would have no hesitation in recommending him .
Oli Fink
25/10/2021
Bailey and his team were ready and available at a moments notice to attend my job in central London over the weekend. The job was not straight-forward but they worked around the problems and successfully core drilled out all holes as required. Would definitely recommend and will keep their details for future works.
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Benefits of Core Drilling

Cost-Effective

Core drilling operates at a high speed, so the job gets done quicker than alternative methods, making it a more cost-effective solution.

Smooth Hole with Minimal Cracking and Chipping

The hollow core drill bit collects the material as it cuts the hole, thus preventing it from cracking and chipping the wall or surface.

Efficient Waste Removal

Core drilling collects dust from stone, asphalt, brickwork, concrete, masonry and sandstone in the hollow drill bit, which makes minimal mess and easy to remove.

Precise Hole

As a company of skilled operators, we carefully control the drill bit rotation speed and feed rate to ensure we create a precise and even hole.

Minimum Vibration

A core drill rotates as opposed to hammering through the material and has vibration-dampening technology to minimise vibrations.

Varying Hole Size

BC Diamond Drilling & Sawing Ltd has heavily invested in its plant, so we can create holes of 12 mm up to 1 metre in diameter.

Core Drilling

Core Drilling

Creating holes from 12 mm to 1 metre in diameter.

Core Drilling

Wall Sawing

Wall Sawing

Cutting into walls at a depth of up to 1000 mm.

Wall Sawing

Floor Sawing

Floor Sawing

Cutting into floors at a depth of up to 500 mm.

Floor Sawing

Stitch Drilling

Stitch Drilling

Creating overlapping holes of at least 12 mm in diameter.

Stitch Drilling

Wire Sawing

Wire Sawing

Cutting reinforced concrete at unlimited depths or 360° circular cuts up to 2.5 m.

Wire Sawing

Ring Sawing

Ring Sawing

Cutting in very, very tight spaces

Ring Sawing

Controlled Demolition

Controlled Demolition

Concrete crunching, concrete bursting, and Brokk demolition.

Controlled Demolition

All Solutions

All Solutions

Are you unsure if we're able to do what you require? Take a look at our all solutions.

All Solutions

100% Satisfaction

From competitive, accurate estimates to solving your challenges effectively.

Maintained Equipment

Cutting out unnecessary delays and ensuring exceptional quality finishes.

24-Hours

Onsite within 24-hours and working around the clock to avoid disruptions.

Site-Ready Team

Highly qualified, trained and experienced to complete the project efficiently.

Request a Free Quote for Your Project

Based in Hastings, East Sussex, we travel across the South East of England, including Greater London, Essex, SurreyKentEast Sussex and West Sussex, for big and small construction projects. BC Diamond Drilling & Sawing Ltd have the knowledge, skills and industry expertise to undertake a wide range of diamond drilling and cutting services. We take it a cut further, emphasising safety and minimising environmental impact. So, if you’d like professional sawing and drilling contractors you can rely on every time, request a free, highly competitive quote today.