Concrete Leveling
Fix sunken, uneven concrete without the cost and mess of total replacement.
What Is Concrete Leveling and Why Does It Matter?
Concrete leveling is a repair technique that lifts and stabilizes sunken concrete slabs. Instead of tearing out and replacing your old concrete, we raise it back to its original position. This process saves you money, time, and the hassle of a complete replacement project.
When concrete slabs sink or settle unevenly, they create trip hazards around your property. Uneven sidewalks, tilted patio sections, and sunken driveway panels are not just eyesores. They pose real safety risks for anyone walking on your property. Kids, elderly visitors, and even delivery drivers can trip on raised edges where one slab sits higher than another.
In Tempe and throughout Arizona, soil conditions play a big role in concrete settlement. Our desert soil expands when it gets wet and contracts when it dries out. This constant movement gradually creates voids underneath your concrete. Over time, these voids cause slabs to sink and tilt. The longer you wait to address the problem, the worse it gets.
Signs You Need Concrete Leveling
- •Visible gaps between concrete slabs and your home foundation
- •Water pooling on concrete surfaces instead of draining properly
- •Cracked or separated control joints in driveways and walkways
- •Uneven surfaces that create tripping hazards
- •Slabs that have dropped more than an inch from their original position
If you notice any of these issues around your Tempe property, concrete leveling can fix the problem before it gets worse. The sooner you address settled concrete, the less damage will occur and the lower your repair costs will be.
How We Level Your Concrete
Our concrete leveling process is quick, clean, and effective. We use modern injection techniques that raise your concrete with minimal disruption to your property. Most residential leveling projects are completed in a single day, and you can use the surface almost immediately after we finish.
Step One: Assessment and Preparation
We start by examining the sunken areas and identifying what caused the settlement. Our crew checks for soil erosion, water damage, and other factors that led to the problem. We also measure how much each slab has dropped so we know exactly how much lifting is needed. This assessment helps us determine the right approach and materials for your specific situation.
Step Two: Drilling and Injection
We drill small holes through the sunken concrete slab, typically about the size of a penny. These holes are strategically placed to provide even lifting across the entire slab. Then we inject a specialized material underneath the concrete. As this material flows into the voids below your slab, it expands and pushes the concrete back up to the correct level.
The injection material we use is strong, stable, and designed for Arizona soil conditions. It does not wash away or break down over time like some older methods. The material cures quickly, usually within minutes, so your concrete is ready to support weight almost immediately.
Step Three: Finishing and Cleanup
After we raise the concrete to the proper level, we patch the injection holes with a durable concrete mix that matches your existing surface. We clean up all debris and check our work to make sure the slab is stable and level. The entire process creates minimal mess compared to concrete replacement projects.
Once we finish, you can walk on the leveled concrete right away. For heavier loads like vehicles, we recommend waiting a few hours to let the patching compound fully cure. This is much faster than replacement work, which requires days or weeks of curing time before you can use the new concrete.
Leveling Costs Less Than Replacement
Concrete leveling typically costs a fraction of what you would pay for complete replacement. When you tear out and replace concrete, you pay for demolition, hauling away old material, new concrete, labor for the pour, and finishing work. You also deal with downtime while the new concrete cures for several days.
Leveling skips all those steps and expenses. Your existing concrete stays in place. We simply lift it back up and stabilize the base. The result is a level, safe surface that performs just as well as it did when it was new. For most homeowners, leveling costs 50 to 70 percent less than replacement.
What Affects the Cost of Leveling
- •Size of the affected area that needs lifting
- •How much the concrete has settled below its original level
- •Accessibility of the work site for our equipment
- •Condition of the existing concrete slab
- •Number of injection points needed for proper lifting
We provide transparent quotes that break down these factors so you understand exactly what you are paying for. Our pricing is competitive for the Tempe market, and we never surprise you with hidden fees or last-minute add-ons.
Beyond the immediate cost savings, leveling also protects your property value. Sunken concrete makes your home look neglected and can scare off potential buyers if you ever sell. Taking care of the problem now prevents small issues from becoming major expenses down the road. Many of our customers tell us they wish they had done this sooner because the results make such a noticeable difference.
Common Questions About Concrete Leveling
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