Need to break a slab, remove tiles, or demolish a wall?
Forget the hammer and chisel. For demolition, impact force (measured in Joules) is everything. A small chipper is enough for tiles, but to break reinforced concrete, you need a real heavy-duty jackhammer or concrete breaker. Watch out for vibration: without damping systems, fatigue sets in very quickly.
With Poppins, demolition is easy. Our app aggregates available stock for the first time: jackhammers from your neighbors, offers from hardware stores, and fleets from professional rental companies. The result? You find a powerful machine just steps away.
Where can I find a jackhammer quickly?
Although Poppins covers the entire country of France, you have a 95% chance of finding a device within 15 minutes of your location if you live in Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Nantes, Lille, Toulouse, or Marseille. In these cities, the density of our network (neighbors + partner retailers) guarantees immediate choice.
Is it worth buying a jackhammer?
The math is simple. A quality concrete breaker is a heavy investment. For a one-off demolition, renting is always the winner.
On the Poppins app, you will find a wide range of jackhammers adapted to your floor hardness.To remove tiles or chase a wall, a rotary hammer/chipper (5-10 Joules) offered by a neighbor is ideal: light and maneuverable.To break a concrete slab or demolish stairs, you need heavy artillery: a concrete breaker (20-40 Joules) weighing 15kg or more (available from our pro partners).
Which jackhammer should I choose?
On the Poppins app, the choice depends on your impact:
- Rotary Hammer/Chipper (5-10J): Light (< 7kg). For tiles, plaster, and small jobs. Can be used horizontally.
- Demolition Hammer (15-25J): Versatile. For breaking thin screeds, bricks, or asphalt.
- Concrete Breaker (30J+): Heavy (> 15kg). Vertical use only. For breaking thick slabs and reinforced concrete.
