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🛑 5 Signs Your Concrete Needs Lifting (And Why Waiting Could Cost You More)

  • Writer: cody w
    cody w
  • May 1
  • 2 min read

Have you noticed uneven sidewalks, cracks in your driveway, or water pooling near your foundation? These could be more than just cosmetic issues — they’re signs that your concrete might be sinking.

Ignoring the problem can lead to trip hazards, structural damage, and costly replacements. The good news? Our polyurethane foam concrete lifting service can fix it quickly and affordably.

Here are the 5 biggest signs it's time to lift your concrete:

1️⃣ Uneven or Sloping Surfaces

If part of your sidewalk or driveway suddenly looks like it's sloping or sagging, it’s likely the soil underneath has shifted or settled. Foam lifting can restore the slab’s level and eliminate the hazard.

2️⃣ Cracks That Keep Growing

Cracks that start small and spread over time often signal that the slab is moving. Instead of patching them again and again, address the root cause by lifting the concrete back to its original position.

3️⃣ Water Pooling Near the Foundation

Pooled water can erode soil and lead to foundation damage. Sunken slabs direct water where it shouldn’t go — a lifted, properly sloped surface will keep your home safe and dry.

4️⃣ Garage or Basement Floor Separation

If your garage floor has sunk away from the wall or there’s a visible step between slabs, it’s time to act. Foam leveling fills voids and restores support without digging or replacing concrete.

5️⃣ Trip Hazards or City Code Violations

Cities and HOAs may require sidewalks to be even and safe. Uneven slabs can result in complaints or citations. Lifting concrete is often cheaper — and faster — than replacing it.

⚠️ Why Waiting Can Cost You More

Sunken concrete only gets worse with time. The longer you wait:

  • The deeper the voids grow

  • The more your slab cracks

  • The higher the risk of water damage or injury

And with concrete prices rising, replacement can easily cost 2–3x more than lifting.

✅ Concrete Lifting with Polyurethane Foam

We lift concrete using lightweight, durable polyurethane foam, which expands to fill voids, lifts the slab, and cures in under 30 minutes. It’s:

  • 🟢 Fast

  • 🟢 Clean

  • 🟢 Long-lasting

  • 🟢 Eco-friendly

Serving Fond du Lac, Oshkosh, Ripon, Waupun, Green Lake, and surrounding areas!

 
 
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