Few outdoor upgrades feel as liberating as replacing a cracked, outdated concrete patio with fresh landscaping or a modern hard-scape. Yet the first question most Fort Worth homeowners ask is simple: “What will it cost to remove the old slab?” CountBricks has produced thousands of patio removal estimates, and our data shows that answering this question accurately means looking beyond square footage alone. In this guide, our residential construction team explains every cost driver and shows how CountBricks delivers minute-by-minute pricing so you can budget with confidence.
• Structural cracks that create trip hazards or drainage issues
• Heaving slabs caused by expansive clay soils common in North Texas
• Desire to install a larger outdoor kitchen or covered porch
• HOA appearance standards or upcoming home resale
Regardless of motivation, demolishing concrete is heavy work that benefits from precise planning. That starts with an informed cost range.
1. Slab Thickness and Reinforcement
Residential patios are usually 4 inches thick, but older builds often reach 6 inches with rebar mesh. Thicker, reinforced concrete takes longer to break and produces more debris, increasing hauling fees.
2. Total Square Footage
CountBricks calculates disposal tonnage by multiplying slab volume against local concrete density averages. Larger patios raise landfill costs and the number of roll-off containers required.
3. Site Accessibility
Can a skid steer reach the patio from the street, or must laborers wheelbarrow debris through a narrow gate? Limited access extends demo time and equipment hours.
4. Utility Location & Permit Requirements
Underground electrical conduit or gas lines demand hand-tool demolition around critical areas. Some municipalities in Tarrant County also require a small demolition permit—and associated fees.
5. Regional Labor and Dump Fees
Hauling concrete in Fort Worth averages $90 to $110 per ton. CountBricks updates these rates daily so your quote never relies on outdated pricing tables.
Across our 2024 dataset, most homeowners spend between $5 and $9 per square foot to remove a patio. A 300 sq ft slab might therefore range from $1,500 to $2,700. Smaller 120 sq ft landings can be as low as $750, while expansive, reinforced terraces with poor access occasionally exceed $10 per square foot.
Unlike static spreadsheets, CountBricks pairs AI blueprint takeoffs with live voice dialogue. Simply walk around your patio, speak measurements into your phone, and watch a line-item estimate build in real time. Here is what happens under the hood:
1. The software transcribes your description and converts spoken dimensions into cubic yards of concrete.
2. Our materials engine pulls current dump-site rates, fuel surcharges, and equipment rental costs for your ZIP code.
3. Labor hours adjust automatically as you mention access constraints or reinforcement details.
4. A branded PDF proposal—with optional add-ons such as patio replacement or sod installation—arrives in your inbox before you return indoors.
Need a contractor? CountBricks partners with vetted demo crews listed at CountBricks.com/services so you can move from estimate to scheduled work in one call.
• Combine projects: Scheduling patio removal alongside driveway demo lowers equipment mobilization fees.
• Recycle on-site: Broken concrete can become a sub-base for new pavers, reducing haul-off weight.
• Ensure clear access: Moving patio furniture and trimming shrubs before the crew arrives speeds production.
• Verify utilities: Ordering a utility locate through CountBricks prevents costly delays and safety hazards.
Once concrete is gone, homeowners often feel surprised by how much usable yard appears. CountBricks designers can generate instant cost comparisons for:
• Stamped concrete replacement
• Composite decking systems
• Natural stone paver patios
• Low-maintenance xeriscape designs
Because all options feed from the same material price engine, you know each upgrade reflects today’s market, not last quarter’s catalog.
Residential clients choose CountBricks for more than speed—they value accuracy. Our estimate algorithm cross-checks three databases every midnight to refresh labor, fuel, and landfill rates. That means the price you see this morning is the price we honor on site. Still have questions about your removing concrete patio cost? Start a live voice session or request a callback at CountBricks.com/consultation and take the guesswork out of demolition budgeting.
When the Ramirez family purchased their 1980s ranch home, the 400 sq ft concrete patio sloped toward the foundation and showed multiple ½-inch cracks. Flooding during heavy rain convinced them it had to go. They opened the CountBricks app, started a voice session, and provided three data points: patio length, width, and slab thickness. Within 90 seconds the software produced a $2,880 estimate that included demolition, hauling, and a permit fee.
• CountBricks dispatched a partner crew two days later, equipped with a mini-excavator and hydraulic breaker.
• Because the homeowners cleared a 5-foot gate and trimmed hedges (a tip built into their proposal), equipment rolled straight to the slab, saving an estimated 2 labor hours.
• Concrete debris was crushed on-site for reuse as base under the new paver patio, cutting landfill weight by 35 percent.
• Total time on site: 6.5 hours, start to finish.
The final invoice matched the original AI estimate—no change orders, no surprises. Reusing crushed concrete lowered disposal costs by $210, which the Ramirezes applied toward LED landscape lighting quoted through CountBricks.com/services.
1. Provide clear access notes during your voice walk-through to avoid manual labor premiums.
2. Ask about on-site recycling; it often offsets dump fees while supporting eco-friendly practices.
3. Bundle follow-up projects—such as new pavers or drainage grading—so CountBricks can negotiate better equipment rates on your behalf.
Removing a concrete patio doesn’t need to drain your budget or your weekend. With live pricing, vetted crews, and end-to-end project tracking, CountBricks turns a daunting task into a single conversation. Ready for your own fast, accurate quote? Visit CountBricks.com/consultation and speak your project into reality.
