Concrete Removal in Lubbock TX

It depends on the job, so we give each customer a free estimate. The main factors are the thickness of the slab, whether it has steel mesh or rebar, how many square feet are being removed and how hard it is to bring equipment in. A thin patio that is easy to reach costs much less than a thick, reinforced driveway behind a gate.

Hauling and disposal are part of the cost, since concrete is heavy and has to go to a proper place. If you are pouring new concrete right after, we often give a better price for removal and replacement together, because we are already on site. We measure, check access and write down a clear price, with no surprise fees when the machine shows up. We can add a fine grit to a sealer where grip matters, so a protected surface stays safe even when it is wet. Using the right sealer for the job matters, and we choose between penetrating and film types based on grip, sun and use.

Yes. Our concrete removal includes loading and hauling away the broken pieces, so you are not left with a pile in your yard. We take the concrete to a proper recycling or disposal site. Old concrete is often crushed and reused as base material for roads and slabs.

If you want to keep some pieces for a garden wall or a path base, tell us before we start and we will set them aside. We clean up small bits, sweep the driveway and leave the area ready for the next step. If you are replacing the slab, we leave a graded surface for the new base. Evaporation retarder is a spray that slows drying on windy days, and it is one of the simplest ways to prevent fine surface cracks. Plain language matters to us, so if anything in an estimate is unclear, ask, and we will explain it until it makes sense.

Most single family driveways take about a day. Larger ones, or ones with thick concrete and lots of steel, may take longer. Saw cutting, breaking, loading and hauling all take time, and the weather matters, since we do not like to work in heavy rain.

If we are also pouring a new driveway, the whole job usually takes two to four days, including forms and the pour. We give you a schedule at the estimate and call before we arrive. Move cars out of the driveway before we come. We will also tell you when you can walk on the new concrete and when you can park on it. A short phone call before you decide can save you money, so feel free to ask us any question about your project, big or small. Ask about a smooth border with a broom finish center if you like a custom look but want to keep the price in line.

We work hard to protect them. We use saw cuts to make clean breaks at the edge of what stays, so vibration does not travel into your garage slab or foundation. We lay plywood or mats where heavy machines cross the lawn, and we avoid sprinklers, mailboxes and landscaping when we can.

Some impact on the yard is normal because heavy machines leave marks. We tell you what to expect before we start, and we do our best to leave things neat. If something needs repair afterward, like a bit of grass or a sprinkler head, we can talk about it ahead of time. Concrete is very durable, but it is not magic, and a little yearly care keeps it looking good and working well. On the South Plains, wind is the hidden enemy of fresh concrete, so we plan pours around the forecast and move the date when conditions are poor.

Most of the time, removing a driveway, patio or walk on your own lot does not need a permit. The exceptions are concrete that is part of a structure, like a foundation wall, and concrete in the public right of way, such as a driveway approach or a sidewalk along the street. Those fall under city or state rules.

Before any digging, we call Texas811 so underground lines are marked. If your neighborhood has an HOA, check its rules about changes to driveways and walks. We help you figure out what applies to your property at the free estimate. Steel inside the slab does not stop cracks, but it holds them tight so they stay small and do not grow. When two contractors give very different prices, the difference is usually in the base, the steel or the finishing, so compare those lines. Ask us about timing early, because spring and fall fill up fast and a short call can help you get the date you want.

Yes. Broken concrete is commonly crushed and reused as base material for roads, driveways and building pads. That keeps it out of landfills and saves new stone. We take old concrete to a facility that accepts it. Concrete with no trash, wood or paint mixed in is the easiest to recycle, and steel can be pulled out and recycled too.

Some homeowners ask to keep broken pieces for projects like garden borders or fill. That is fine, and we can leave some on site. Just let us know before the job so we can plan where to stack them and how much to haul. Planning the pour for the cooler hours of the day makes finishing easier and helps the concrete cure evenly. Winter pours need a warm start and careful protection, and we use blankets and warm water when the weather calls for it. Sealing your concrete every two to three years protects the surface from oil, water, sun and the grit that blows across the plains.