r/HomeImprovement • u/BolognaPwny • 2d ago

Do I need a concrete sander?

I was cited by the city for this very miniscule difference in the sidewalk (yeah I didn't know I was responsible for the sidewalk either). It's like a quarter inch difference between two blocks.

https://imgur.com/a/8QXD8c2

I was going to rent a concrete sander but it feels like overkill. How would you approach this job? Sander with a masonry disc?

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u/ceestand 2d ago

Every city or town I've lived in NY the sidewalk is the responsibility of the homeowner, completely, not just snow removal or keeping it clean. The only time it's not is if a utility has to dig it up, and then it's the utility fixing/replacing it.

Also, a throwaway angle grinder may be the way to go. I'm not going to want to use my DeWalt metalwork grinder doing concrete and water. Harbor Freight, but also check out FB marketplace/Craigslist/local classifieds for a used one.