Removing blocks using an extractor tool

[@kingshearer2]

I've got one of those darin covers with the blocks in and I can't get the first bloody block out so can't lift the drain cover off

[@chghs001]

very handy. Took me ages trying to pull out the first brick using two trowels which ended up breaking

[@fmhouser]

Thanks guys for the expert videos!

[@frostyone0164]

how much would you charge for this size of repair

[@TonyMcCormack]

I'm not a contractor. I don't take on this type of work any longer, so I don't speculate on prices.

[@shaunschofield7321]

Hi there, will this tool work with pavers with sanded joints? thanks

[@TonyMcCormack]

Yes, but blocks that have been sanded in for a while can be quite difficult to jiggle free. In such situations, a rocking movement, to ease the block out one edge a little bit at a time, is usually the most successful strategy.

[@shaunschofield7321]

Thanks for the reply Tony, 2 more questions.. what is the max size paver the extractor can fit and where can i purchase. Regards, Shaun

[@TonyMcCormack]

That model goes up to 400mm. There is a bigger model, the so-called "slab extractor" bthat goes up to 600mm. The tool shown is a Probst tool, so buy from them....and tell them they owe me a pint! Probst Handling UK - 01952 292733

[@kingshearer2]

Once you got the first one out all the rest can be removed by hand

[@notmyrealname6065]

Not on my drive. They are so tight you have a real struggle with each block until 2 sides are clear. The drive is on a slope which doesn't help.

[@timsingh9857]

where can I buy/rent this tool?

[@TonyMcCormack]

Tim Singh Probst UK have the new model in stock at their Telford depot

[@timsingh9857]

Tony McCormack thanks

[@Ironbuket]

A similar one is on Amazon, but it is £144... Not sure if the brick lifter with one arm can do the same job, but they are on Amazon from only £12

[@Goodwithwood69]

Hope you mum doesn't see this! Odd socks! She'll go spare!

[@shivajonnala2750]

I want this tool

[@freehub7486]

that is a cool tool