Why Choose Sidewalk Raising?
- Cost-Effective: Costs up to (70%) less than completely tearing out and replacing old concrete.
- Fast Results: Most jobs are completed in just a few hours, and the concrete is ready for foot traffic immediately.
- Minimal Disruption: No heavy machinery, messy excavation, or damage to your surrounding landscaping.
- Prevents Accidents: Instantly removes dangerous trip hazards to keep your family and guests safe.
Our Repair Process
We use state-of-the-art techniques to permanently stabilize your walkways:
- Inspection: We assess the sunken concrete and determine the exact cause of the settlement.
- Drilling: Small, strategically placed holes (about the size of a penny) are drilled into the affected slabs.
- Lifting: A specialized lifting material (polyurethane foam or a cementitious grout) is pumped beneath the slab to fill the void and gently raise it to the desired level.
- Patching: We fill the drill holes with a high-strength mortar and seal the joints to prevent future water erosion.
Why Concrete Sinks
Concrete sidewalks settle for a few common reasons. Understanding the root cause helps us provide a permanent solution:
- Soil Erosion: Rainwater or plumbing leaks wash away the dirt beneath the sidewalk, creating empty pockets.
- Poor Compaction: If the soil wasn’t properly packed before the sidewalk was poured, it will naturally settle over time.
- Tree Roots: Expanding roots push the concrete upward, while decaying roots leave behind unstable voids.
- Soil Shrinkage: Expansive clay soils shrink and crack during dry spells, causing the concrete above to sink.
Contact Us Today
Don’t let cracked and uneven sidewalks lower your property value or create liability risks on your property. Reach out to our team today to schedule your free, no-obligation estimate and find out if sidewalk raising is right for your home.
Call: 214-824-1211
