Concrete & Slab Demolition and Removal — Broken Up, Hauled Away, Site Cleared
Old driveways, cracked patios, heaving sidewalks, garage slabs, pool decks — NorTech demolishes concrete of all types and removes every chunk the same day. Reinforced or plain, large or small, we break it up clean and haul it off completely.
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Apply at checkout. Valid on any concrete demolition service — driveways, slabs, patios, sidewalks, and more.
Before the Crew Arrives — Run Through This First
Concrete demolition moves fast when the site is prepped. A few steps on your end keep the job on schedule.
What We Demolish
Every Type of Concrete We Demolish and Remove
Plain concrete, reinforced slabs, post-tension foundations — the thickness and complexity don’t matter. If it’s concrete and it needs to go, we handle it.
Driveway Demolition
Concrete driveways broken up in sections, rebar cut and separated, all debris loaded and hauled. Plain and reinforced driveways handled equally.
Patio Slab Demolition
Cracked, heaving, or outdated concrete patios demolished cleanly. Edges adjacent to the home and landscaping worked by hand to avoid collateral damage.
Sidewalk & Walkway Demolition and Removal
Sections or full runs of sidewalk demolished and removed. Clean saw-cut edges left on remaining concrete where partial removal is needed.
Garage Slab Demolition
Full or partial garage floor removal ahead of new pours, drainage installs, or foundation repairs. Interior access equipment deployed when needed.
Pool Deck Demolition
Concrete pool surrounds and decking demolished carefully without damage to the pool shell, coping, or existing plumbing lines.
Footings & Foundation Sections
Isolated footing removal, pier demolition, and partial foundation sections handled with precision equipment to avoid disturbing adjacent structure.
Know the Difference
Plain Concrete vs. Reinforced Concrete — What’s the Difference?
The type of concrete in your slab directly affects how it’s demolished, how long it takes, and what it costs. Here’s what you need to know.
Plain Concrete
No internal reinforcement — faster and more straightforward
Breaks into large manageable chunks with standard electric breakers
Faster demolition — no cutting or pulling of embedded metal
Common in older patios, sidewalks, and residential driveways
100% recyclable — crushed and repurposed as road base or fill
Lower overall cost due to reduced labor and equipment time
Reinforced Concrete
Rebar or wire mesh embedded — requires additional steps
Rebar and wire mesh cut with reciprocating saws and angle grinders as demolition progresses
Metal separated from concrete on-site and sent to scrap recyclers
Common in garage slabs, driveways, pool decks, and foundations
Takes longer than plain concrete due to metal extraction steps
Post-tension slabs require special handling — always disclosed upfront
Responsible Demolition
Concrete Is One of the Most Recyclable Materials We Remove
Unlike wood or mixed debris, broken concrete has a clear second life. Here’s where it goes after we haul it away.
Road Base & Fill
Crushed concrete is widely accepted as road base aggregate and structural fill — keeping it out of the landfill entirely.
Drainage & Erosion Control
Broken chunks are used in drainage applications and erosion control projects — functional reuse with no processing required.
Rebar to Scrap Metal
All embedded steel rebar and wire mesh is separated on-site and sent directly to scrap metal recyclers rather than landfills.
Pricing Guide
What Does Concrete Demolition and Removal Cost?
Concrete demolition pricing is driven by square footage, slab thickness, reinforcement type, and site access. NorTech provides a written upfront quote before any work starts — the number we give you is the number on the invoice.
Project Type
Key Pricing Factors
Typical Timeline
Concrete driveway demolition
Square footage, thickness, rebar presence
1 day
Patio slab demolition
Area, thickness, proximity to home
Half day – 1 day
Sidewalk & walkway removal
Linear footage, section count, edge cuts
Half day
Garage slab demolition
Thickness, rebar density, interior access
1 – 2 days
Pool deck demolition
Deck area, proximity to pool shell, coping type
1 – 2 days
All quotes include labor, equipment, debris hauling, and concrete recycling where possible. Saw-cutting for partial removal is available as an add-on — mention it when requesting your quote.
All concrete and debris hauled same day
Clean saw-cut edges on partial removals
Concrete recycled — kept out of the landfill
Written upfront quote — no surprise charges
Customer Reviews
What Homeowners Say After the Concrete Is Gone
“Driveway was cracked and heaving after years of freeze-thaw. NorTech demolished the whole thing in one day and left the base completely clean.”
“Concrete patio had been lifting for years. Crew broke it up, hauled it out, and didn’t touch the garden beds around it. Done by noon.”
“Pool deck demo was well done. They worked right up to the coping without incident. Took a day and a half — longer than estimated but understandable given the rebar density.”
“Partial driveway removal — they saw-cut a clean edge and the remaining section looks like it was always that way. Very precise work.”
“Garage slab removal for a drainage project. Interior access was tight but they made it work. Cleanup was thorough.”
“Sidewalk section replacement — they took out three panels cleanly and hauled everything same day. Ready for the new pour the following morning.”
Common Questions
Concrete Demolition and Removal — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions homeowners ask before booking a concrete demolition job.
Concrete demolition and removal cost depends on the total square footage, slab thickness, whether rebar reinforcement is present, and site access. NorTech provides a written upfront quote before any work begins — no surprise charges on the final invoice.
Most residential concrete demolition jobs — driveways, patios, sidewalks — are completed in one day. Larger slabs, heavily reinforced concrete, or projects requiring equipment access setup may take two days.
Yes. All broken concrete is loaded and hauled away same day as part of every job. We separate concrete for recycling whenever volume allows — crushed concrete is repurposed as road base or fill material rather than going to a landfill.
Yes. Reinforced concrete with rebar or wire mesh is a standard part of what we handle. The rebar is cut, pulled, and separated from the concrete chunks — metal goes to scrap recyclers.
We use protective ground cover and position equipment carefully to minimize lawn and landscaping disturbance. Edges adjacent to garden beds, fencing, and hardscape borders are worked by hand to avoid collateral damage.
Yes. Partial slab removal — cutting out a damaged section of driveway, removing one section of a patio, or demolishing only the area being replaced — is something we do regularly. We saw-cut clean edges so the remaining concrete has a finished look.
In most cities, demolishing an existing concrete slab or driveway does not require a permit — though pouring a new one often does. Requirements vary by municipality. We can advise you during the quoting process on what applies in your area.
We use electric breakers, jackhammers, and skid steers depending on slab thickness and site access. In tight areas or near structures, we work by hand with breakers to avoid damage to surrounding surfaces.
Service Territory
Demolition Services Near You
NorTech serves homeowners in 30+ states with same-day availability in 100+ cities. Find certified professionals in your area today.
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