When it comes to home improvements, the driveway is often overlooked despite being one of the most frequently used areas of your property. Whether your driveway is cracked, outdated, or simply no longer meets your needs, considering driveway removal services can be a transformative decision.
At U.S. Demo and Hauling, we are often hired to provide this service and we find that there are many compelling reasons why homeowners might consider removing and replacing their existing driveway, including the following:
- Structural Damage & Safety Issues
If your driveway has an abundance of potholes and cracks or perhaps uneven surfaces, this can become hazardous for anyone walking on your driveway and can even pose a hazard for a vehicle. In many cases, the damage may be too severe for repairs and driveway removal is your best option.
We often are called in when a driveway seems to require frequent and costly repairs. In many cases removing the driveway with a more durable option can be the most cost-effective option in the long run.
When it comes to driveway materials, concrete can be the most durable option and one of the more affordable installation options. Pervious concrete can be an excellent option if you want an eco-friendly material, as this is a type of porous concrete that is permeable and allows water to soak into the soil beneath the driveway. Concrete does take a long time to cure, but with options for beautiful stamped concrete, this can be a great option to consider.
- Aesthetic Improvements
Whether your driveway has seen better days, or you simply dislike the materials used for the original driveway construction, many people upgrade their driveway to enhance its visual appeal. This is a common reason for calling in a demolition company for driveway removal.
While you can simply replace the driveway with new asphalt or new concrete, options such as stamped concrete, pavers or permeable surfaces can provide better functionality and aesthetics. Removing the old driveway allows for an upgrade to a more suitable material and you will love how the final result improves the look of your entire property.
- Home Renovation
In some cases, we might be called in to remove a driveway for a homeowner who is planning a large-scale renovation project. For instance, if you are revamping all of your landscaping, driveway removal might be the best way to accommodate new designs or expansions or to perhaps place drainage pipes under the driveway, etc.
- Drainage Issues
A poorly designed driveway can cause drainage problems, particularly if the drive is sloped toward your home and not toward the street. With a driveway demolition project, you can regrade and ensure that there is proper drainage, this can protect your home and prevent water damage, which can be very costly to fix.
- Environmental Issues
These days some homeowners want to remove their concrete or asphalt driveway and install an eco-friendlier option such as permeable pavers or perhaps reclaimed brick or stone. Often permeable pavers are created using recycled materials, and these also allow for rainwater to soak into the soil rather than simply flowing down the driveway and into the street. Keep in mind, that not only can we recycle your old asphalt or concrete, but you also can replace your driveway with recycled asphalt or recycled concrete.
- Expansion Or Reduction of the Driveway Space
If you have an older small driveway or perhaps a huge driveway that you don’t really use, expanding the driveway size or perhaps reducing the driveway size to make room for more yard space is yet another reason to consider driveway removal.
- Improving Accessibility
If you or a loved one has mobility issues, removing and regrading the driveway to improve access can be a smart move. For instance, perhaps your driveway is too steep and would be difficult for someone with a wheelchair to use or, perhaps you need to expand your driveway to make it easier to get in and out of your vehicle.
How Much Does Driveway Removal Cost?
This depends on a number of factors. The two main factors would be the square footage of the driveway and the materials used for the driveway. For instance, with concrete removal, a thick concrete driveway will cost more to remove than thinner concrete. A larger driveway likely could take longer to remove than a small driveway with fewer square feet. Give us a call and we can provide you with a free cost estimate for our services.
How Long Does Driveway Removal Take?
In most cases, the driveway removal process might take 2-3 days at most. Of course, this again depends on the size of the driveway and the materials that were used to build the driveway.
Additionally, if you also use us for grading, excavation or fill, this may add to the project timeframe. Of course, our goal is always to provide you with the fastest possible demolition services and to keep costs as low as we can without sacrificing quality.
Contact U.S. Demo Today!
At U.S. Demo and Hauling, we serve residential and commercial clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. We can provide driveway removal services as well as grading and excavation for homeowners as well as for larger commercial projects.
In addition to driveway removal, we can provide you with any type of concrete demo and concrete removal you might need. We also offer building demolition, house demolition, pool demolition, selective demolition services and much more. We are committed to providing the highest quality, environmentally friendly demolition services to all of our clients. Contact us today to discuss driveway removal or any type of demolition project you might have.
