Mesa Excavation Co. provides concrete demolition and removal in Mesa, AZ for driveways, patios, pool decks, and commercial slabs. We handle saw cutting, concrete breaking, debris hauling, and grading for the next phase of your project. Our excavation services also include site preparation, land clearing, and utility trenching. Tell us what needs to come out and what you plan to build in its place.
Soil movement, caliche hardpan, and monsoon runoff can leave concrete cracked or uneven. An old slab can also block plans for a pool, paver patio, or new landscaping. We assess access, reinforcement, and nearby utilities before choosing the equipment for removal. Request a free quote to understand the breaking, hauling, and site work your project needs.
From a single sidewalk panel to an industrial pad, we plan the removal around the concrete and the property. Hydraulic breakers, concrete saws, and excavator attachments let us match the method to the work.
Mesa Excavation Co. provides concrete demolition and removal in Mesa and nearby Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, and Apache Junction.
Concrete demolition removes an existing slab or structure through planned cutting and breaking. The work can cover a cracked walkway, an aging driveway, a pool surround, or a large commercial surface.
A complete removal includes a site assessment, utility locating, debris loading, and hauling to a recycling or disposal facility. Reinforced concrete also needs rebar or welded wire mesh separated from the rubble.
The exposed ground needs attention after the concrete leaves. We grade the subgrade for the planned replacement, whether that is a fresh pour, pavers, sod, or excavation for a pool.
Removal is most useful when it leaves a workable base and a clear path for the next trade. We plan the cut lines, equipment route, debris handling, and finish grade together.
Residential and commercial slabs call for different equipment, access plans, and haul arrangements. Our removal work covers the surfaces below, with the cutting and finishing scope matched to each property.
We break out the old driveway, load the debris, and prepare the base for a new pour or paver installation. Access and the condition of the ground beneath the slab help determine the removal and grading plan.
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An old patio can stand in the way of a larger outdoor space, turf, or a new pool. We remove backyard slabs and coordinate with our pool excavation crews when both jobs are part of the same renovation.
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Foundation demolition requires a review of adjoining structures, load paths, and reinforcement before cutting. Slabs poured after the early 2000s may contain post-tension cables, so we identify tensioned cable before work proceeds.
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A single damaged sidewalk panel still needs careful edge cuts and attention to surrounding grades. For work in the public right-of-way, we coordinate with the City of Mesa on applicable permits and replacement grade and slope requirements.
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Pool removal can include the surrounding deck as well as the shell. We coordinate deck takeout, shell demolition, backfill, and compaction as one sequence so the work fits the property's next use.
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Commercial parking lots involve heavier loads and may include asphalt-concrete composite sections. We phase removal around access needs and also handle equipment pads, utility vaults, and reinforced footings with heavier steel reinforcement.
Request EstimateConcrete thickness, steel reinforcement, and equipment access shape the method we use. Saw cutting, powered breaking, crushing, hauling, and excavation can be combined to fit the site's conditions.
Walk-behind and hand-held concrete saws isolate the removal area before breaking starts. Clean boundaries matter when a sidewalk, patio, or adjoining slab section will stay in place.
A 4-inch residential driveway slab calls for a different setup than an 8-inch commercial pad. We select hydraulic breakers, skid steer-mounted hammers, or excavator attachments around thickness, reinforcement, and available working space.
Larger jobs may allow concrete to be crushed on the property and reused as base fill. When that material suits the next phase, it can reduce outgoing haul trips and the need for new quarried aggregate.
Our trucks carry broken concrete to a recycling or disposal facility. We track tonnage and account for the travel distance in the quote, while rebar and mesh are separated for scrap metal recycling.
Some projects need more than an empty slab footprint. We provide foundation excavation and building pads, drainage and retention excavation, dirt and rock hauling, and the related site work needed to continue construction.
A useful removal plan accounts for what is under the slab, how equipment reaches it, and where the debris goes. We use the site assessment to explain those choices before you commit to the work.
Slab thickness, steel reinforcement, saw cutting, access, and haul distance all affect the quote. We explain those factors and include the planned debris handling, so you can see what is driving the cost before breaking starts.
Caliche beneath concrete can change excavation and grading time compared with softer soil. We assess that hard layer and use excavator-mounted ripping attachments when the ground calls for more than a standard bucket.
Tracked equipment with lower ground pressure helps limit rutting along the route to the slab. We use plywood or mats where equipment needs to pass close to landscaping, irrigation, and adjacent hardscape.
Concrete work often starts with a site problem that affects the entire renovation. We bring licensed and insured service, planned utility locating, and dust control to removal jobs where access, buried features, or failing surfaces need extra attention.
Get a Free QuoteSoil movement and monsoon runoff can leave driveways, patios, and pool decks uneven. Older Mesa properties built in the 1970s through 1990s may need concrete removed before a renovation or replacement surface can proceed.
An exposed slab footprint needs a drainage plan before the replacement goes in. We grade the ground so monsoon runoff can move away from structures instead of collecting against the foundation.
Gas, fiber, water, and irrigation lines can complicate removal and the excavation that follows. We arrange Arizona 811 locating and ask owners to flag known private lines; hydro excavation is available to expose utilities using water and vacuum extraction.
Many Mesa driveways and slabs poured after the 1980s contain welded wire mesh or rebar. That reinforcement has to be cut and separated during removal, adding work beyond simply breaking the concrete surface.
A backyard patio may sit behind landscaping, block walls, and irrigation that limit machine access. We assess the route before selecting equipment and use smaller machines or hand-held breaking tools where the space calls for them.
Breaking and loading concrete creates dust, flying debris, and heavy material to handle. Our crews include dust suppression in the work plan under Maricopa County Air Quality Department Rule 310 and follow applicable OSHA demolition and excavation standards under 29 CFR 1926.
We move from assessment and locating to cutting, breaking, hauling, and final grading. Each stage is planned around the property's access and the work that will follow demolition.
We measure square footage, check slab thickness and reinforcement, and identify equipment access points. This visit also flags nearby block walls, landscaping, and other features that need protection.
We arrange the Arizona 811 locate request and review any private irrigation or underground features you identify. Where the project needs permit coordination, we work through the relevant City of Mesa requirements before proceeding.
We choose saws, breakers, and excavator attachments for the slab and the available working room. Where part of the concrete will remain, we saw cut the boundary before breaking out the removal area.
Hydraulic hammers or jackhammer attachments break the slab into manageable sections. We cut and remove reinforcement, with dust suppression included as the concrete is broken and handled.
We load the broken concrete into our trucks and track tonnage for disposal fees. Suitable material goes to recycling, while projects that can use crushed base on site may avoid some hauling.
After debris removal, we grade the exposed ground for the planned pour, pavers, landscaping, or further excavation. Caliche and drainage conditions help determine what additional preparation the base needs.
Tell us the surface you want removed and whether the next step is a new slab, pool, pavers, or landscaping. From Dobson Ranch and Las Sendas to Eastmark, we assess the property's access and removal needs. Call Mesa Excavation Co. for a free quote.
Get answers about scheduling, permits, preparation, recycling, and concrete removal costs. Your site assessment helps turn those details into a plan for the slab and the work that follows.
Call About Your ProjectMost residential driveway or patio removals take one to two days from breaking through haul-off and grading. Larger parking lots or industrial pads can take several days to a couple of weeks, depending on tonnage, access, and on-site crushing. Monsoon storms between July and September can pause outdoor work. We discuss a realistic schedule during the assessment.
Private-property interior or backyard removal typically does not need a separate demolition permit, but structural foundations, public sidewalks, and work tied to new construction may require city review. We coordinate permits on jobs that need them. Confirm the specific scope with the City of Mesa Building Safety Division before finalizing plans.
Clear vehicles and personal items from the work area and tell us about known utilities, irrigation, or other buried features. We handle the Arizona 811 locate request, but private lines you have installed should also be flagged directly. Let us know whether the next phase is concrete, pavers, a pool, or landscaping so we can plan the base preparation.
Yes, most of the concrete we remove in Mesa is recycled. Facilities crush it into aggregate for road base, fill, and new concrete production, while rebar and mesh go to scrap metal recycling. Larger projects may also allow crushing and reuse on the property.
A small walkway section may be manageable with rented equipment, but a driveway, foundation, or reinforced pad brings heavier handling and hidden-utility concerns. Rebar and post-tension cable also complicate cutting and breaking. Once the area extends beyond a couple hundred square feet, hand-held jackhammer work can become impractical. Include equipment rental, hauling, and disposal when comparing the work with a contractor quote.
Mesa regulates construction noise, and we plan breaking and hauling during daytime working hours. Tell us about nearby occupants or timing concerns during the assessment so those needs can be considered alongside equipment and recycling-facility schedules. Confirm any restrictions specific to the property before setting the work dates.
Yes, the location of a new accessory structure matters even when the first step is removing an old concrete pad. Setbacks vary by zoning district and can require several feet of clearance from side and rear property lines, with height and size affecting the requirements. Confirm exact figures with the City of Mesa Building Safety Division before choosing the new pad location.
Local removal of a standard 4-inch slab runs roughly $3.51 to $5.23 per square foot, averaging around $4.37. Typical residential totals in the Mesa area generally fall between $1,049 and $1,503, while smaller or larger scopes can range from $366 up to $2,615 or more. Thickness, reinforcement, access, saw cutting, and haul distance affect the total. We provide a free quote for the work at your property.
Yes, our small residential removal work includes individual sidewalk panels. We define the removal boundary and account for the grade of the surrounding surface. Public right-of-way work may need City of Mesa coordination even when the area is small.
Yes, our related work includes utility trenching, foundation excavation, building pads, and hydro excavation near existing lines. Trenching plans account for the specified depth and width, with shoring and slope considerations especially relevant to trenches over five feet deep. We also clear vegetation, rock, and debris where additional site preparation is part of the project.
Dust suppression is included during demolition and debris handling. We plan that work around Maricopa County's dust-control requirements and the conditions at the property. The assessment also identifies nearby landscaping, walls, and access routes that need protection.
We phase commercial parking lot work around the access the property owner needs to maintain. The layout, removal boundaries, truck movements, and material volume shape that plan. Discuss active business entrances and required routes during the initial assessment.
We grade the exposed subgrade for the agreed next phase, such as a new pour, pavers, landscaping, or further excavation. Caliche may require additional ripping or preparation beyond ordinary digging. Desert lots near Apache Junction can also carry more native rock and brush than infill lots closer to Downtown Mesa, so we assess the actual site conditions.