Demolition & Rebuild

Imagine looking at your backyard and seeing not the cracked concrete, the sinking pavers, or the outdated layout that has frustrated you for years, but instead seeing a clean slate, a fresh start, and the opportunity to build the outdoor space you truly deserve. That is exactly what a demolition and rebuild from Brothers Paving delivers. We tear out the old, address the underlying issues that caused the problems in the first place, and construct a brand-new outdoor environment built with superior materials, modern engineering, and a design that fits your life today. For Long Island homeowners dealing with failed hardscaping, this service is the path to a backyard that finally works the way it should.

There are many reasons a demolition and rebuild becomes the right choice. Concrete patios poured decades ago crack, heave, and settle as the underlying soil shifts and frost cycles take their toll. Older paver installations built without proper base preparation lose their interlock, develop trip hazards, and become overrun with weeds. Retaining walls lean, bow, and fail when they were not engineered correctly from the start. In many cases, repairing these issues is either impossible or more expensive than starting fresh. A demolition and rebuild gives you the chance to solve every problem permanently and upgrade to modern materials and methods in the process.

Our approach to demolition and rebuild projects is thorough and systematic. We do not just tear things out and start paving. We begin with a comprehensive assessment of why the existing hardscaping failed. Was the base too shallow? Was there no drainage system? Did the retaining wall lack proper reinforcement? Was the soil compacted adequately? Understanding the root cause of the failure is essential to ensuring the new installation does not repeat the same mistakes. Our evaluation informs every engineering decision in the rebuild, from base depth and compaction specifications to drainage design and material selection.

The demolition phase is handled with care and precision. We remove existing pavers, concrete, retaining walls, and any other hardscape elements, sorting materials for recycling where possible and disposing of debris responsibly. We protect your home, landscaping, fences, and any features you want to preserve. Our crews use professional equipment to work efficiently while minimizing impact on your property and your neighbors.

Once the site is cleared, we perform a thorough site evaluation. We assess the exposed subgrade, test soil conditions, identify any underground utilities or drainage issues, and take new measurements and elevations. This is the stage where problems that were hidden beneath the old hardscaping come to light, things like poor soil composition, inadequate drainage infrastructure, or root intrusion from nearby trees. We address every issue we find before laying a single paver, ensuring the new installation has the solid foundation it needs to last for decades.

The rebuild phase follows the same rigorous standards we apply to every Brothers Paving project, but with the added advantage of starting from a properly prepared site. We install geotextile fabric to stabilize the subgrade, build up a compacted aggregate base to the appropriate depth for your specific project, and screed a precision bedding layer for the paver surface. Every retaining wall gets a reinforced footing that extends below the frost line. Every drainage system is engineered to handle Long Island storm events and direct water safely away from your home and outdoor living areas.

Design is a major component of the rebuild process. Since you are starting from scratch, this is your opportunity to rethink the entire layout of your backyard. Perhaps your old patio was too small, poorly shaped, or disconnected from the house. Maybe you always wanted a fire feature or outdoor kitchen but never had the space or the infrastructure to support one. A rebuild lets you incorporate every feature and design element you have been wanting, all engineered into a unified plan that maximizes your yard and reflects your current lifestyle.

We offer the full range of premium hardscape materials for rebuild projects. Interlocking concrete pavers from Belgard, Cambridge, and Unilock provide unmatched durability and design versatility. Natural stone options including bluestone, travertine, and granite deliver timeless elegance. Retaining wall systems are available in a variety of styles from rustic to contemporary. We help you select materials that complement your home architecture, match your aesthetic preferences, and perform exceptionally in Long Island weather conditions.

Long Island climate is a central consideration in every rebuild we perform. Our base preparation specifications are designed to resist the frost heaving that destroys inferior installations. We use open-graded aggregate bases where appropriate to allow water to drain through the system rather than freeze beneath the surface. Polymeric sand locks pavers in place and prevents water infiltration through the joints. Every material and method we use is chosen to ensure your new hardscaping survives and thrives through decades of Long Island winters, summers, and everything in between.

The transformation from a failed, deteriorating backyard to a professionally rebuilt outdoor living space is dramatic and deeply satisfying. Our clients consistently describe the experience as life-changing, not just because of the physical improvement but because they finally have a backyard they are proud to use, share, and show off. The property value impact is equally significant. A backyard that was a liability becomes an asset, and the investment in a quality rebuild pays dividends every day you spend in the space and every dollar you gain in home equity.

Brothers Paving has completed demolition and rebuild projects of every scale on Long Island, from straightforward patio replacements to comprehensive backyard overhauls that include new patios, walls, drainage systems, fire features, and lighting. We approach every project with the same commitment to getting it right, because we know that for most of our clients, this is their chance to fix what went wrong and build something they will love for years to come. Call us today for a free on-site evaluation and let us show you what your backyard can become.