Concrete Removal & Demolition in Austin, TX

Concrete removal is typically the first step in any replacement project — and how well the demolition is executed directly affects the quality of the new pour that follows. Incomplete removal, improper post-demo grading, and failing to address the underlying cause of the original concrete's failure can all cause problems with the replacement slab within just a few years. We approach every concrete removal job as the beginning of a new pour, not just a disposal task.

Residential demolition typically uses jackhammers, rotary hammers for detail work near structures, and a mini excavator or skid steer for material handling. For driveways and large slabs, we score the concrete with a concrete saw along the removal boundary before breaking out the specified area — this prevents cracking adjacent concrete you're keeping during the break-out process. All debris is hauled away by our crew to a concrete recycling facility or licensed C&D landfill. Haul-out and disposal are included in every removal quote — we don't leave broken concrete stacked on your property.

After debris is removed, we grade the sub-base and assess its condition. If the existing base material is compromised — eroded, contaminated, or inadequately compacted — we address it before the new pour begins, not after problems surface. For commercial concrete demolition involving post-tension cables (common in commercial slabs and some residential foundations), we identify cable locations before cutting and manage the release of tension safely. This requires experience and proper equipment — it's not something to learn on the job.