Cracked driveways, sunken patios, old shop floors and leftover footings. We break out the concrete, load it up and haul it away, and we can get the ground ready for whatever goes in next.
Concrete Breaking and Hauling in Boise
Concrete doesn't last forever. Treasure Valley freeze and thaw cycles, tree roots and ground that settles all take a toll. Sooner or later a driveway heaves, a patio sinks toward the house, or a sidewalk becomes a trip hazard. When it's time to replace it, the old concrete has to come out first.
We break and haul concrete for homeowners, builders and businesses in Boise, Nampa, Meridian, Kuna, Eagle, Caldwell and the towns around them. Jobs run from a single cracked sidewalk panel to a full shop floor.
Types of Concrete We Remove
Driveways
Old driveways are the most common job. A cracked or heaved driveway can be broken out, the base fixed, and the area prepped for a new pour. See our driveway removal page for more.
Patios and walkways
Patios that have sunk toward the house can send water to the foundation. Removing the old slab is often the first step in fixing a drainage problem. Once it's out, we can regrade the ground so it falls away from the house before the new patio goes in. If a patio cover has posts sitting on the slab, the posts need a plan before any breaking starts.
Sidewalks and curbs
Private sidewalks, walkways and curbing around homes and businesses. Sidewalks and curbs along a public street usually belong to the city or the highway district, and work on them often needs a permit, so check before scheduling. On commercial sites, curbing and walks can be removed in sections so entrances and parking stay usable.
Slabs and shop floors
Old garage floors, shop slabs, hot tub pads and RV pads. Shop floors are often thicker than a patio and may have rebar, floor drains or conduit in them. Tell us about drains, buried power to a lift or compressor, and any plumbing that comes up through the slab so it can be capped or disconnected first.
Footings and foundations
Leftover footings from an old building, a removed deck or a torn-down shed. Footings often run deeper than people expect, and the trench they leave gets backfilled and compacted so it doesn't sink later. For full structures, see our demolition page.
How We Break Up Concrete
Thin slabs like most patios and sidewalks can often be broken and lifted out with the machine. Thicker concrete, driveways with rebar, and old footings usually need a hydraulic breaker first. Rebar and wire mesh get cut so the pieces can be loaded. We try to keep the work contained, so nearby concrete you're keeping, like the garage apron or a neighbor's sidewalk, doesn't crack.
Before we start
- We call Digline (811) at least two business days ahead, as Idaho law requires
- We check for sprinkler lines, low voltage wires and other private lines under the slab
- We look at access for the machine and the haul route
- We agree with you on where the saw cuts go, so the concrete you're keeping has a clean edge
Noise, Dust and Your Neighbors
Breaking concrete is loud and it makes dust. We'll let you know the work days ahead of time so you can give neighbors a heads up. Close windows on that side of the house, and move cars, patio furniture, grills and potted plants out of the work area. Chips can fly a short way, so cover anything fragile near the slab.
Hauling and Disposal
Broken concrete is heavy. A small patio can be more than one truckload. Clean concrete without dirt, wood or trash mixed in can often be taken to a concrete recycler in the valley instead of the landfill, where it gets crushed and reused as base. Disposal fees depend on where it goes and how clean it is, which is why we keep loads separated when we can.
Getting the Ground Ready for New Concrete
Once the old concrete is gone, the ground underneath is often the reason it failed in the first place. Soft spots, poor drainage and a thin base all lead to cracking. We can dig out bad soil, bring in and compact new gravel base, and set the grade so water runs away from the house. See our site preparation and grading page. When clay or organic soil is the cause, our soil removal page explains how it's dug out and replaced.
What Concrete Removal Costs
The price depends on:
- Square footage and thickness
- Rebar or mesh in the concrete
- Access for the machine and trucks
- How far it has to be hauled and disposal fees
- Whether you need base prep or grading afterward
We give free estimates and can usually price a driveway or patio from a quick site visit. Thickness is the one thing we can't always see from the top. Some older slabs were poured extra thick, or right over an older slab. If we find that once breaking starts, we'll show you and talk it through before going on.
Why Call Ultimate Excavation LLC
We're an Idaho registered contractor (RCE-65836) based in Caldwell, with a 5.0 rating on Google. Our reviews mention that we show up on time, communicate well and respect their property. Call (208) 697-2429 or request a free estimate.
