When your cracked driveway, failed slab, or obsolete parking lot stands between you and new construction, Rocky Demolition brings the right machines and methodical plan to break, saw-cut, haul, and recycle it fast—safely and to code, every time. From residential tear-outs to big-box parking lots, our team turns solid concrete into reusable base while keeping your neighbors happy and inspectors satisfied.
| We Remove | Driveways • Garage slabs • Sidewalks • Patios • Parking lots • Retaining walls • Curbs |
| Methods | Saw-cutting • Breaker hammers • Skid steers • On-site crushing |
| Recycling Rate | 85–98% concrete / asphalt reused |
| Serving | Denver • Aurora • Arvada • Colorado Springs + all Colorado |
| Free Quote | 📞 Call 720-442-1092 or Request Here |
Concrete & asphalt removal means the controlled break-up, lift-out, haul-off, and safe disposal or recycling of hardened slabs, paved areas, or footings—all done with specialized machines and dust or water controls.
| Scenario | Example |
|---|---|
| Residential upgrade | Cracked driveway, failed garage slab |
| New construction | Demo old footings before pouring new pad |
| Commercial redevelopment | Tear out strip-mall lot for new parking layout |
| Infrastructure work | Sidewalk replacement, city road widenings |
| Hazard removal | Trip hazards, code fines, storm drain issues |
| Step | What We Do | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Inspect & Locate | Mark utilities (811), flag sub-surface pipes | Avoid service damage & fines |
| 2. Saw-Cut or Score | Use walk-behind saw to clean edges, expansion joints | Keeps slab edges neat, no overbreak |
| 3. Break & Pop | Use breaker hammer or hoe ram to fracture slab | Controlled breakage protects base if kept |
| 4. Load-Out | Skid steer or excavator lifts sections to roll-off | Faster, safer than hand loading |
| 5. Crush or Haul | Send to recycler or crush on-site if allowed | Reuse as Class 6 base = saves fill costs |
| 6. Final Grade & Sweep | Rake, compact if needed, magnet sweep nails/metal | Ready for next contractor or fresh pour |
| Tool | Function |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic breaker hammer | 500–3,000 ft-lb for thick slabs |
| Concrete saw (wet-cut) | Straight expansion cuts; silica-safe |
| Skid steer & grapple bucket | Pop & load big chunks fast |
| On-site crusher | Turns old concrete into road base |
| Vacuum & water control | OSHA silica table 1 compliance |
| Roll-off container | Keeps site tidy & safe |
| Factor | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Size & Thickness | 4″ patio | 12″ footing, rebar mesh |
| Access | Curbside | Tight backyard, fence remove |
| Haul Distance | Local recycler | Remote site, landfill only |
| Slab Reinforcement | Plain pour | Wire mesh & rebar cage |
| On-Site Crush vs Haul | Crusher saves haul fees | Small jobs: no crusher = full haul |
Ballpark:
• Small patio (200 sf): $800–$1,500
• Driveway (500 sf): $2,500–$5,000
• Parking lot (5,000 sf): $1.50–$3 / sf
We provide fixed-price quotes after a site walk.
| City | Permit | Special Note |
|---|---|---|
| Denver | ROW if sidewalk/drive | Traffic control plan if curb cuts |
| Aurora | Driveway or approach | Erosion BMP needed if grading |
| Arvada | Stormwater ordinance | Silt fence if soil exposed |
| Statewide | Hauling regulations | Covered loads, legal weight |
Bonus: We handle all CDPHE silica rules, haul tickets, and disposal manifests.
| Material | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Concrete | ¾″ Class 6 base for driveways, roads |
| Asphalt | Reclaimed for hot-mix or cold patch |
| Metal mesh/rebar | Sold to local scrap yard |
| Dirt/fill | Used for rough grading if clean |
Most jobs divert 85–98% from landfills — so your project ticks city green-code boxes.
Example: 2-car driveway in Aurora
• 480 sf @ 5″ thick, rebar mesh
• Saw-cut edges, breaker hammer, mini-ex haul
• All concrete crushed on-site = 10 tons Class 6
• Backfilled and compacted for new pour base
• Timeline: 1 day removal, next day ready
✅ 25+ years heavy-equipment mastery
✅ OSHA silica-safe controls
✅ On-site crush = save fill import cost
✅ Fully insured, licensed, bonded
✅ Fast quotes, polite crews, perfect site cleanup
Q: Can I keep my base and pour over it?
Sometimes. If old base is stable and slab cracked only top-down, we can break & remove just the top pour.
Q: Do I need a permit?
Usually yes if you touch public curb, sidewalk, or road. Private driveways may not need city sign-off if inside lot line.
Q: How fast can you do it?
Small driveways/patios: 1 day. Bigger lots: 2–3 days with haul and rough grade same day.
