Concrete Leveling
Concrete leveling is a process of lifting and raising concrete slabs that have settled or cracked. It is a cost-effective and efficient way to repair concrete slabs, and it can be done quickly and easily..
Why Does Concrete Sink?
In Michigan there are many reasons concrete sinks or becomes uneven including:
- Poor compaction of soil
- Freeze thaw cycle
- Improper drainage
- Soil wash out
This leaves trip hazards and the potential for large cracks. Homeowners, Condo Associations, Homeowners Associations, Apartment Complexes, Retail Centers, and Industrial Parks have a responsibility to protect the public from injuring themselves while on their property. Another reason to get trip hazards fixed is for handicap accessibility. The American Disabilities Act defines a trip hazard as any vertical increase of more than ¼ inch.
What is Concrete Lifting?
Concrete lifting using polyurethane foam is an affordable and efficient way to fix uneven or sunk concrete. Small ⅜ inch holes are drilled in a few select spots. A polyurethane liquid is injected which instantly reacts underground. The foam expands and hardens at the same time lifting the concrete back into place.
Benefits of Polyurethane Foam Concrete Leveling/Lifting
- Foam hardens in 30 minutes so there is minimal downtime
- Fraction of the cost compared to replacement
- Does not wash away
- Hardly noticeable after holes are patched and weathered
- Strong enough to not breakdown under the weight of cars