Concrete Leveling
Fix uneven, sunken concrete fast without the cost of full replacement.
Call (754) 228-0322
Why Concrete Leveling Matters
Uneven concrete is more than just an eyesore. When your driveway, sidewalk, or patio starts to sink or settle, it creates trip hazards that put your family and visitors at risk. In Fort Lauderdale, where we get heavy rain and high humidity, water pooling on uneven concrete can lead to even more damage over time.
Here is the good news: you do not need to rip out and replace your entire concrete slab. Concrete leveling, also called slabjacking or mudjacking, raises sunken concrete back to its original position. This process costs a fraction of what replacement would run you, and it is done in hours, not days.
Most homeowners choose concrete leveling services when they notice their slabs have settled unevenly. Maybe your driveway has a big dip where water collects, or your front walkway has raised edges that catch your toe every time you walk by. These are perfect candidates for leveling work.
The process works by drilling small holes in the concrete and pumping a specialized material underneath. As the material fills the voids below the slab, it lifts the concrete back into place. Once the holes are patched, your surface looks good as new.
Signs You Need Concrete Leveling
Not sure if your concrete needs leveling? Here are the telltale signs that you should call us for an inspection:
- •Visible settling: You can see that one section of your concrete is lower than the rest. This happens when soil underneath washes away or compacts over time.
- •Water pooling: After it rains, water sits on your driveway or patio instead of draining away. This means your slab has settled and created low spots.
- •Trip hazards: Your sidewalk or walkway has uneven sections where people could easily trip and fall. This is a liability issue you should fix quickly.
- •Cracks growing wider: Small cracks are normal, but if they are getting bigger or if sections are separating, the slab may be settling unevenly.
- •Gaps at the foundation: If you notice spaces between your concrete and your home foundation, it means the slab has pulled away due to settling.
The longer you wait to address these issues, the worse they get. Soil erosion continues, cracks spread, and what starts as a minor problem becomes a major expense. That is why we recommend getting concrete repair or leveling done as soon as you notice any of these warning signs.
The Concrete Leveling Process
Our concrete leveling process is straightforward and minimally invasive. Here is how it works from start to finish:
Step 1: Assessment
We start by inspecting your concrete to determine how much settling has occurred and what is causing it. We check the soil conditions, drainage patterns, and the overall structural integrity of your slab. This helps us create a plan for exactly where to inject material and how much lift you need.
Step 2: Drilling
We drill small holes (usually about 1 to 2 inches in diameter) through the sunken concrete at strategic points. These holes are where we will inject the leveling material. Do not worry about the holes being noticeable later. We patch them so well that you will barely see where they were.
Step 3: Injection
We pump a specialized mixture underneath your concrete slab. This material fills the voids in the soil and creates pressure that lifts the slab back to its original level. We monitor the lift in real time to make sure we get it exactly right. The whole process is precise and controlled.
Step 4: Finishing
Once your concrete is level, we fill and seal the injection holes so they blend in with the rest of your surface. The material sets quickly, which means you can usually walk on your leveled concrete the same day. No long curing time, no waiting around for days to use your driveway again.
The entire process typically takes just a few hours, depending on the size of the area we are working on. Compare that to replacing a concrete driveway, which can take days and cost thousands more. Leveling is fast, affordable, and effective.
Benefits of Concrete Leveling Over Replacement
When you are facing sunken or uneven concrete, you have two main options: level it or replace it. Here is why leveling almost always wins:
Cost savings: Concrete leveling costs about half (or less) of what full replacement would cost. You are using your existing concrete, which is already in decent shape except for the settling. Why pay to tear out and haul away perfectly good material?
Speed: We can level your concrete in a few hours. Replacement involves breaking up the old slab, removing it, prepping the base, pouring new concrete, and waiting days for it to cure. Leveling gets you back to normal the same day.
Less mess: There is no jackhammering, no hauling away debris, no dust and noise for days on end. Leveling is a clean process that minimally disrupts your daily routine.
Environmentally friendly: By keeping your existing concrete instead of tearing it out, you reduce waste and avoid the environmental impact of producing and transporting new concrete.
Of course, there are times when replacement makes more sense. If your concrete is heavily cracked, crumbling, or structurally damaged, leveling will not fix those problems. But for slabs that have simply settled due to soil movement, leveling is the smart, cost-effective choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Fix Your Uneven Concrete?
Stop tripping over sunken slabs and pooling water. Let us level your concrete quickly and affordably.
Call (754) 228-0322