Site Prep
Concrete Breaking and Removal
Driveways, slabs, footings, and pool decks broken out and hauled off. Slabs up to 12 inches with hydraulic breakers. Most residential drives done in a day, ready for the next pour.
We break out and remove concrete fast and clean. Hydraulic breakers on a mini ex for slabs up to 12 inches. Jackhammers and hand breakers for tight cuts and clean edges. Broken concrete loaded straight into the truck and hauled to a recycling yard the same day. You get a clean subgrade ready for the next pour.
Up to 12 Inch Slabs
Hydraulic breakers handle reinforced commercial slabs and thick footings without gas-axing the schedule.
Hauled Off Same Day
Broken concrete loaded direct to the truck. No piles left behind, no second mobilization.
Ready for the Next Pour
Subgrade left clean and compacted. Form crew can start the next morning.
What We Break Out
Slabs, Drives, Footings, Decks
Residential and small commercial concrete. Whatever has to come out before the next pour goes in.
Driveways & Sidewalks
Old residential drives, walkways, public sidewalks, RV pads. Cut, broken, and hauled.
Slabs & Patios
Garage slabs, patio pads, equipment pads, old shop floors. Reinforced or plain.
Footings & Foundations
Stem walls, perimeter footings, old pier foundations. Broken to grade and removed.
Pool Decks & Coping
Old pool decks, coping stones, surrounding flatwork. Removed without hitting the shell.
What's Included
Every concrete removal job covers the saw cut, the break, the haul, and the cleanup. No surprise add-ons after we start.
- Walk-through and scope confirmation, including saw cut lines if needed.
- Saw cuts to leave clean edges where existing concrete stays.
- Hydraulic breaker and jackhammer work for slabs up to 12 inches.
- Rebar and wire mesh cut out and pulled.
- Same-day haul-off to a licensed concrete recycling yard.
- Subgrade cleaned and rough-compacted for the next pour.
Tight Access? No Problem
Backyard slab with a 36-inch gate? Pool deck behind a fence? We bring the right size machine for the access. Mini excavators, walk-behind breakers, and hand tools when the gate is small. The work gets done without ripping out the fence first.
Pricing & Timeline
What It Costs and How Long It Takes
Real numbers per square foot. Every quote is written and itemized.
Cost
How much does concrete removal cost?
Concrete removal in the Sacramento area runs roughly $3 to $8 per square foot, depending on slab thickness, reinforcement, and access.
- 4 inch residential slab: $3 to $5 per sq ft
- 6 inch reinforced slab: $5 to $7 per sq ft
- 8 to 12 inch commercial slab or footing: $6 to $8 per sq ft
- Most residential drives: $1,500 to $4,500 with haul-off
Timeline
How long does it take?
Most residential drives are out in a day. Bigger commercial slabs and footings run 2 to 3 days. We confirm the schedule with the quote.
- Patio or small slab (under 500 sq ft): half day
- Standard residential driveway: 1 day
- Large drive or pool deck: 1 to 2 days
- Commercial slab or footing run: 2 to 3 days
Built for These Trades
Who Hires Us for Concrete Removal
Old slabs out fast so the next trade can start.
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Common Questions
Concrete Removal Questions Builders Ask
How much does concrete removal cost in Sacramento?
Concrete removal in the Sacramento area runs roughly $3 to $8 per square foot, depending on slab thickness and access. A standard 4-inch residential driveway is around $3 to $5 per square foot. Thick footings, reinforced slabs, or tight access push the price toward $7 or $8 per square foot. Most residential drives land between $1,500 and $4,500 with haul-off included.
How thick of a slab can you break out?
We break slabs up to 12 inches thick with hydraulic breakers on a mini excavator. For 4 to 6 inch residential slabs we run a smaller breaker for clean cuts in tight spots. Reinforced commercial slabs and footings are no problem. If a slab is thicker than 12 inches, we will tell you up front and price it accordingly.
Do you haul the concrete away or does it stay on site?
Haul-off is included in every quote unless you ask to keep it. The broken concrete goes to a licensed recycling yard where it is crushed for road base. You get a clean site, ready for the next pour, with no piles to deal with.
How long does concrete removal take?
Most residential driveways are out in a single day. A 500 square foot patio runs half a day. Larger commercial slabs or footing removals run 2 to 3 days. We confirm the schedule when we send the quote and stick to it.
Ready to Break It Out?
Send the Address and Square Footage
We send a written concrete removal quote within 24 hours on most jobs.