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When you're staring at a massive concrete wall or slab that stands between you and your construction goals, the question isn't whether it can be cut—it's whether you have the right equipment and expertise to do it safely and precisely. The thickness of concrete that can be cut depends on the tools being used, the type of concrete, and whether you're working with reinforced or unreinforced material. Dave Schauer with Prodigy Contracting brings over 20 years of construction exp

When construction or renovation projects require modifications to existing concrete structures, property owners often face confusion about which method to use for these modifications. Understanding the distinction between concrete cutting and core drilling can mean the difference between a successful project and costly mistakes, particularly in North Dakota's demanding climate, where structural integrity is paramount. At Prodigy Contracting, Dave Schauer brings over 20 years

Selecting the right concrete cutting contractor can mean the difference between a precisely executed project that preserves your structure's integrity and a costly mistake that leads to cracks, structural damage, or safety hazards. Concrete cutting requires specialized equipment, technical knowledge, and experience with the specific challenges your project presents—whether you're adding an egress window, creating utility trenches, or modifying a foundation. The questions you

Winter concrete cutting presents unique challenges that require specialized knowledge and equipment, but it's absolutely possible when handled by experienced professionals who understand how to work safely in cold conditions. North Dakota's harsh winters don't have to halt your construction timeline; however, factors like freezing temperatures, snow cover, and ice formation require careful planning and proper techniques to ensure quality results. Dave Schauer with Prodigy Con

Concrete cutting projects in western North Dakota face unique challenges that contractors from other regions simply aren't equipped to handle—extreme temperature fluctuations that cause dramatic expansion and contraction, soil conditions that affect foundation stability, and building practices adapted to one of North America's harshest climates. Whether you're installing an egress window in Williston, creating utility trenches in Dickinson, or modifying a foundation in Watfor

Choosing the right contractor can mean the difference between a successful project and a costly nightmare, yet many homeowners struggle to identify which contractors will deliver on their promises. Red flags, such as vague estimates, pressure tactics, and a lack of proper licensing, often go unnoticed until problems arise, leaving you with subpar work or unfinished projects that drain your budget and patience. Dave Schauer with Prodigy Contracting has served the Bismarck and

Installing an egress window transforms a dark basement into usable living space while meeting critical safety requirements, but the process involves far more than simply cutting a hole in your foundation and dropping in a window. From structural considerations and precise concrete cutting to exterior excavation and waterproofing systems, egress window installation requires coordination of multiple construction disciplines to create a safe, functional, and watertight opening i

Concrete work on a farm or rural property is closely tied to timing, traffic, and access. In North Dakota, harvest season brings busy roads, long lines at grain facilities, and tight windows for field work, so concrete cutting has to fit into that schedule. When Prodigy Contracting plans concrete cutting in North Dakota, we factor in when combines, grain carts, and trucks will be moving. Heavy farm traffic, overloaded roads, and strict delivery times to elevators can slow equ

Water does more damage to driveways in North Dakota than most people think. In our freeze-thaw climate, how water moves around and under your driveway has more impact on its life than the surface material itself. When drainage is wrong, even a brand-new driveway can start failing long before it should. Poor grading, badly placed downspouts, and a soaked base layer let water sit under the concrete or asphalt. That trapped moisture freezes, expands, and pushes the surface up or

Cutting into a basement wall is not a small step. Whether you want a bigger egress window, a new doorway, or better access to a future finished space, that first cut changes how your home carries weight, sheds water, and handles daily use. A careful pre-cut assessment protects your structure and keeps the rest of the project on track. In North Dakota, winter and early spring add another layer of risk. Frozen ground, deep frost, and then a fast melt all push hard on basement w

At Prodigy Contracting, core drilling services are a focused part of our concrete work across the Mandan and Bismarck area and the wider Upper Midwest. Core drilling means cutting clean, cylindrical holes through concrete, masonry, or asphalt using a rotary drill and a diamond core bit. It is different from general concrete cutting or demolition because the goal is a precise opening, not removal of large sections. Clean, accurate openings are important for almost every type o