Concrete Leveling
Fix sunken, uneven concrete surfaces quickly and affordably without full replacement.
Why Level Instead of Replace?
When your concrete driveway, sidewalk, or patio starts to sink or tilt, you might think replacement is your only option. But here's the good news: concrete leveling can fix the problem at a fraction of the cost and time. This process lifts sunken slabs back to their original position, eliminating trip hazards and restoring proper drainage without the mess and expense of tearing everything out.
Sunken concrete happens when the soil underneath shifts or compacts over time. Water erosion, tree roots, and poor compaction during the original installation can all contribute to this problem. Instead of removing perfectly good concrete, we raise it back up using proven techniques that have been fixing these issues for decades. Your concrete stays intact, you save money, and the job gets done in hours instead of days.
Most leveling projects cost 50 to 70 percent less than full replacement. Plus, you can use the surface almost immediately after we finish. No waiting days for new concrete to cure, no hauling away tons of debris, and no damage to your landscaping from heavy equipment. It's a smart solution that makes sense for your budget and your schedule.
How Concrete Leveling Works
We use a method called slabjacking or mudjacking to lift your concrete. Here's how it works: we drill small holes in the sunken slab, then pump a specialized mixture underneath. This material fills the voids below and creates pressure that lifts the concrete back to the right height. Once the slab is level, we seal the holes and clean up the work area.
Benefits of Concrete Leveling:
- •Fast completion: Most jobs finish in just a few hours
- •Cost-effective: Typically half the price of replacement
- •Immediate use: Walk or drive on the surface right away
- •Environmentally friendly: Keeps concrete out of landfills
- •Minimal disruption: No damage to surrounding areas
The entire process causes minimal disruption to your property. We don't need to bring in concrete trucks, tear out old material, or block access for days at a time. You get a level, safe surface without the headaches of a full replacement project. For most homeowners in Tarboro, NC, it's the practical choice that solves the problem without breaking the bank.
Where Concrete Leveling Makes Sense
Concrete leveling works for many different situations around your home or business. If you have sunken driveway sections that create a bump when you drive in, we can level those out. Sidewalks that have dropped and created trip hazards become safe again. Patio slabs that tilt toward your house and cause water problems get lifted back to proper drainage angles.
Pool decks often settle unevenly because of the backfill around the pool. This creates dangerous tripping spots and standing water. Leveling brings everything back to grade without the expense of replacing the entire deck. Walkways and flatwork benefit from leveling too, especially when only a few sections have sunk.
Even commercial properties benefit from concrete leveling. Warehouse floors, parking lots, and loading docks all develop settlement issues over time. Fixing these problems quickly keeps your business running smoothly and protects you from liability. The key is addressing the issue before it gets worse. Small settlements are easier and cheaper to fix than major ones.
Not every concrete problem can be leveled, though. If the slab is badly cracked, severely damaged, or the underlying soil is unstable, replacement might be the better choice. We'll give you an honest assessment of whether leveling will work for your situation. Our goal is to provide the solution that makes the most sense for your property and budget, whether that's leveling, repair, or replacement.
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