I need to remove about 200 sq. ft. of ceramic tile and thinset from a concrete slab. I have a choice of renting a large $1000 demolition hammer or buying a smaller $250-$400 rotary hammer. The work will done in three separate phases so I'd prefer to buy a new toy, but I'm not sure if the rotary hammer will have enough power or durability. I realize the rotary hammer will be slower - I just don't want to buy something that won't do the job or be ruined by the time I'm finished.
Thanks, Jim