Hearing the responses from the contractors it definitely seems like they will be removing everything.
Per the staples, the other contractor sent an image and clarified that it would be 1/2" rebar. The image definitely seems to reinforce the fact that it is just a 'DIY staple'
It seems like the contractors that came out and quoted are all using some version of the rebar staple. It may come down to either that method or the contractor who uses carbon fiber staples. All the nearby Torque Lock contractors have some of the most horrid reviews I've seen. All three are under 2 stars on various sites.
Per the staples, the other contractor sent an image and clarified that it would be 1/2" rebar. The image definitely seems to reinforce the fact that it is just a 'DIY staple'
It seems like the contractors that came out and quoted are all using some version of the rebar staple. It may come down to either that method or the contractor who uses carbon fiber staples. All the nearby Torque Lock contractors have some of the most horrid reviews I've seen. All three are under 2 stars on various sites.