Concrete Leveling

Why Concrete Sinks and How We Fix It

When concrete sinks or becomes uneven, it creates trip hazards, drainage problems, and an overall poor appearance. This settling happens when the soil underneath washes away, compacts, or shifts. In North Texas, our clay soil expands and contracts with moisture changes, which can cause voids to form under concrete slabs. Over time, these voids allow the concrete to sink.

Traditional repair methods involve tearing out the old concrete and pouring new slabs. This approach is expensive, time-consuming, and creates a lot of mess. Concrete leveling offers a better solution. We lift and stabilize sunken concrete by filling the voids underneath and raising the slab back to its original position. This process is faster, more affordable, and less disruptive than replacement.

For homeowners in Duncanville, concrete leveling is a smart way to fix driveways, sidewalks, patios, and garage floors that have settled. You get a level surface that looks good and functions properly, all without the cost and hassle of tearing out and replacing the concrete. Most leveling projects are completed in a single day, and you can use the surface right away.

Concrete Leveling Methods We Use

There are two main methods for lifting sunken concrete, and we use both depending on the situation. Each method has its strengths, and we recommend the best approach based on the size of the area, the amount of lifting needed, and your budget.

Leveling Techniques

• •Polyurethane foam injection: We drill small holes in the concrete and inject expanding foam underneath. The foam fills voids and lifts the slab as it expands. This method is precise, lightweight, and cures quickly. You can use the surface within hours.
• •Mudjacking (slabjacking): We pump a mixture of cement, sand, and other materials under the concrete through drilled holes. This mixture fills voids and raises the slab. Mudjacking is cost-effective and works well for larger areas.
• •Soil stabilization: In addition to lifting, we can stabilize the soil to prevent future settling. This involves injecting materials that compact and strengthen the base, reducing the risk of the problem coming back.
• •Joint sealing: After leveling, we seal joints and cracks to prevent water from getting under the concrete. This step is important for long-term stability and helps protect your investment.

Both foam injection and mudjacking are proven methods that restore your concrete to a level, functional state. The holes we drill are small, usually about the size of a penny, and we patch them so they blend in with the surrounding concrete. The end result is a smooth, level surface that looks and performs like new.

When to Level vs. Replace Your Concrete

Not all sunken concrete needs to be replaced. Leveling is a great option when the concrete itself is in good condition but has settled due to soil issues. If your slabs are structurally sound with no major cracks or deterioration, leveling can save you money and extend the life of your concrete by many years.

However, if your concrete is badly cracked, broken, or deteriorating, replacement might be the better choice. We evaluate your concrete during our inspection and give you an honest assessment. Sometimes a combination approach works best, where we level some sections and replace others. Our goal is to provide the most cost-effective solution that meets your needs.

Common situations where leveling makes sense include sunken driveways that create a step at the garage threshold, sidewalks that have become trip hazards, patios that slope toward the house and cause drainage problems, and garage floors that have settled and create uneven surfaces. In most cases, leveling these areas is faster and more affordable than tearing them out and starting over.

The best part about concrete leveling is how quickly it can be done. Most projects take just a few hours, and you can use the surface the same day. Compare that to replacement, which requires excavation, new concrete pouring, and a week-long curing period. Leveling gets you back to normal quickly and with much less disruption to your property.

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