Concrete Demolition & Removal in Rexburg, ID

Concrete doesn’t last forever. Driveways crack and heave, sidewalks settle and trip people, patios crumble, and old foundations become obstacles. When concrete has reached the end of its life, ShapeUpIdaho breaks it up and hauls it away. We provide concrete demolition and removal services throughout Rexburg and Southeastern Idaho for residential and commercial properties.

Why Concrete Fails in Southeastern Idaho

This part of Idaho is tough on concrete. The freeze-thaw cycle is the biggest culprit — water seeps into small cracks during fall rain or spring snowmelt, then freezes and expands in winter, widening those cracks year after year. Over time, a solid slab turns into a fractured, uneven surface.

Other common causes of concrete failure include:

• Tree root heaving — Roots grow under slabs and push them up, creating trip hazards and uneven surfaces.
• Poor original installation — Thin slabs, inadequate base material, or missing control joints lead to premature failure.
• Heavy loads — Driveways and parking areas that weren’t designed for heavy vehicles crack under the weight.
• Salt damage — De-icing products used during Rexburg winters gradually deteriorate the surface of concrete.
• Age — Even well-installed concrete has a lifespan. After 25-30 years, replacement is often the best option.

Concrete We Break Up and Remove

Driveways

Driveway replacement is one of our most common concrete demolition jobs. We break up the old driveway, load the chunks onto our trucks, and haul it all away. If you want the sub-base graded and compacted for a new pour, we can coordinate that.

Sidewalks and Walkways

Cracked, heaved, and uneven sidewalks are a liability. We remove sections or the entire walkway and leave a clean path for new concrete, pavers, or whatever you choose.

Patios

Old concrete patios that are cracked, stained, or just outdated get broken up and removed. Many homeowners in Rexburg are replacing old concrete patios with pavers, natural stone, or new stamped concrete.

Foundations and Slabs

Old shed foundations, garage slabs, and remnants of structures that no longer exist — we demo and remove them. This is common in property cleanup projects and new construction prep.

Steps and Stoops

Concrete front steps, back stoops, and landing pads that are crumbling or pulling away from the house get demolished and hauled off. These are often safety concerns that need to be addressed quickly.

Retaining Walls

Concrete block or poured concrete retaining walls that have failed — leaning, cracking, or crumbling — need to come down before they cause damage. We demolish the wall, remove all the material, and haul it away.

Our Concrete Demolition Process

Concrete demolition requires the right tools and a plan. Here’s our approach:

1. Assessment and Quote. We measure the concrete, check the thickness with a test bore or by examining exposed edges, look for rebar reinforcement, and assess equipment access. Then we give you a flat-rate price.

2. Preparation. We mark underground utilities, set up dust and debris containment if needed, and protect adjacent surfaces, landscaping, and structures.

3. Breaking. Depending on the slab size and thickness, we use electric jackhammers, skid steer mounted breakers, or a combination. Larger jobs with good access may use a mini excavator with a hydraulic breaker attachment. The concrete gets broken into manageable pieces.

4. Loading. Broken concrete gets loaded onto our trucks by hand or with a skid steer. We work efficiently to get the heavy stuff loaded and out of your way fast.

5. Cleanup. We sweep the area, collect loose debris, and make sure no chunks or rebar are left behind. The exposed ground is graded smooth.

6. Hauling and Recycling. Concrete goes to a recycling facility where it gets crushed into aggregate for use in road base, fill material, and new construction projects. It doesn’t go to a landfill.

What Affects Concrete Demolition Pricing?

Several factors determine the cost:

• Square footage — The bigger the area, the bigger the job. However, larger jobs often have a lower per-square-foot cost because equipment setup is the same.
• Thickness — Standard 4-inch residential slabs are cheaper to break than 6 or 8-inch commercial or reinforced slabs.
• Rebar reinforcement — Rebar significantly increases labor time because each piece must be cut as the concrete is broken.
• Accessibility — If we can get equipment close to the work area, the job goes faster and costs less. Tight backyards with narrow gates take more time because more work is done by hand.
• Disposal weight — Concrete is heavy. A 10x20-foot slab that’s 4 inches thick weighs about 2.5 tons. Weight affects hauling costs.
• Backfill — If you need the area filled and graded after removal, that’s an add-on.

Call us at (662) 666-6494 for a free estimate. We’ll tell you exactly what it’ll cost after we see the job.

Where We Work

ShapeUpIdaho provides concrete demolition throughout Southeastern Idaho:

• Rexburg — Local crew, fast response, competitive pricing.
• Idaho Falls and Ammon — Full concrete demolition and hauling services.
• Blackfoot — Residential and commercial concrete removal.
• St. Anthony — Complete demolition and cleanup.
• Driggs and Tetonia — Serving Teton Valley for all concrete needs.

Get That Old Concrete Removed

Cracked concrete isn’t just ugly — it’s a trip hazard and a property liability. Call ShapeUpIdaho at (662) 666-6494 for a free concrete demolition estimate. We’ll break it up, haul it off, and leave your property ready for whatever comes next.

Related Services

• Construction Debris Removal — Hauling away debris from construction and renovation projects.
• Deck Demolition — Removing old decks along with their concrete footings.
• Fence Removal — Pulling out fence posts and concrete footings.
• Shed Removal — Demolishing sheds and removing their concrete slab foundations.
• Interior Demolition — Full interior teardowns for renovation projects.