Whether you need to demo a cracked driveway, pull up an aging patio, or clear space for an addition, concrete removal cost is usually the first number homeowners ask about. At CountBricks, we combine on-site expertise with AI-powered estimating to give you fast, transparent pricing—no surprises, no hidden line items.
Because every slab is unique, CountBricks factors in five primary cost drivers:
• Slab thickness and reinforcement type (mesh vs. rebar) • Square footage and accessibility for equipment • Haul-off distance to the nearest recycling facility • Local disposal fees and fuel costs • Edge conditions—attached footings, plumbing, or utility conflicts
By running these inputs through our real-time cost engine, CountBricks.com/services instantly generates an itemized estimate that matches current material and landfill rates in your ZIP code.
Concrete removal cost in most suburban neighborhoods typically lands between $4 and $9 per square foot. A 400 sq ft driveway could range from $1,600 to $3,600, while a small 10' × 10' patio might only run $500 to $900. CountBricks keeps internal cost databases synced daily, so your quote always reflects the latest labor agreements and dump fees rather than last season’s averages.
Manual takeoffs invite human error and often miss line items such as recycling surcharges or equipment mobilization. CountBricks AI cross-checks:
• Current local tipping fees • Fuel surcharges • Equipment rental rates down to the hour • Labor productivity benchmarks by crew size
That detail lets our project managers lock in realistic schedules and keep your final invoice aligned with the original proposal.
1. Voice-guided walkthrough: Using the CountBricks mobile app, you narrate slab dimensions and site constraints in under five minutes. 2. Instant AI estimate: Our algorithm calculates concrete removal cost, export volume, and schedule, then emails a PDF proposal. 3. On-site verification: A CountBricks foreman confirms slab thickness with a core drill and checks for hidden utilities. 4. Demolition & sorting: We break, load, and separate concrete from rebar for recycling. 5. Digital close-out: Final quantities and photos auto-populate your CountBricks invoice—no paperwork needed.
• Flat-rate haul-off allowances that ignore rising dump fees • Overly optimistic production rates that inflate “change orders” later • Failing to recycle—many counties now charge extra for mixed debris loads • Not accounting for sidewalk or curb repair after heavy equipment exit
CountBricks eliminates those traps by showing every line item up front, then tracking actuals to protect your budget.
Concrete is 100 % recyclable. By crushing slabs into road-base aggregate, CountBricks can often offset a portion of disposal charges. On projects above 50 cubic yards, credits may trim total concrete removal cost by 5-12 %. We pass those savings directly to you and document the diversion rate for any green-building requirements.
• Schedule removal during mild weather to avoid overtime caused by heat restrictions
• Group multiple demo tasks—such as driveway and walkway—into one mobilization
• Ensure clear access for skid steers to reduce hand-breaking labor
• Disconnect irrigation lines ahead of time to prevent repair add-ons
• Approve your CountBricks e-quote within 48 hours to lock material and fuel rates
If you want an exact figure rather than a ballpark, record a 60-second voice brief in the CountBricks app or click “Start Estimate” at CountBricks.com/services. In less time than it takes to brew a coffee, you’ll have a line-by-line concrete removal cost tailored to your property and the current market.
Thinking about replacing that driveway with pavers, or pouring a thicker slab for a future ADU? Our team feeds the final demolition data straight into a new concrete placement estimate, so design-build momentum never slows. View recent transformations at CountBricks.com/portfolio and see how a clean slate today leads to a stronger build tomorrow.
A recent CountBricks client in the Valley needed a 600 sq ft cracked driveway removed before installing permeable pavers. Traditional bids hovered around $5,000. By running our AI estimate and leveraging two value-engineering moves, we delivered the same scope for $3,950—an 18 % saving.
• Optimal crew size: AI modeling showed a three-person crew with a mini-excavator hit peak productivity, avoiding the expense of an additional laborer. • Recycling rebate: We crushed and reused 100 % of the concrete as Class II base for the new driveway, generating a $275 credit on the final invoice.
1. Transparent Line Items: The homeowner saw exactly how each cost driver—labor, equipment, haul-off—affected total spend. 2. Faster Turnaround: Demolition finished in one day, trimming rental and labor overhead. 3. Seamless Handoff to Build Phase: Because CountBricks manages both demo and new construction, we started paver installation the following morning without retendering.
• Bundle demo and new build tasks with CountBricks to remove duplication in mobilization fees. • Ask about on-site recycling; many counties now prefer it and offer fee reductions. • Use our voice-guided walkthrough to flag hidden utilities early—relocation is always cheaper before the breaker arrives.
When you’re ready to see real numbers tailored to your backyard, driveway, or foundation, visit CountBricks.com/services or connect with a project advisor through the CountBricks app. Transparent concrete removal cost is only the beginning; our integrated platform keeps every phase of residential construction on time and on budget.
