Most people are aware that if their driveway has a lot of cracks in it and especially if their driveway has pulled away from the garage that there is a problem. More homeowners are aware of the term “mud jacking.” They may have seen the large heavy cement trucks in their neighborhood and spoken with other neighbors about the procedure for mud jacking. Mud jacking is a process that uses water, dirt and cement mixture to level the cement slabs in a driveway that are cracking or falling away from the garage. Mudjacking has been around since the early 1900’s.
Wikipedia, an online source of information on a variety of subjects, barely mentions the outdated method utilizing a “mud-like” substance but provides much information on the most modern methodology using Foam as the expanding structural leveling choice.
Where can you use Lifting Concrete with Foam
One of the major benefits of foam lifting is the smaller, lighter equipment. Due to these characteristic lifting a concrete sidewalk between buildings, such as an apartment, condominium complex or school, is no problem. The hose and nozzle used to inject the 2-part polymer process can reach these hard to get to places. Traditional mud jacking requires heavy equipment and this equipment must be driven to the concrete in need of repair. As careful as the workers may be, it may be unavoidable, and sometimes this process can destroy grass or landscaping.
Is there any damage to the concrete during the lifting process with foam?
Small holes must be drilled into the concrete that needs repair in the process of foam lifting. However, in comparison to traditional mud jacking, the number of holes used in foam lifting is less, and the size of the holes are smaller. Compare the traditional mud jacking hole size of 2-3” with a foam lifting hole size of 3/8-5/8.”
How much does foam jacking cost?
Lifting sunken concrete with foam will be less expensive than replacing your concrete. On average, foam lifting is 40% less than having to replace sunken concrete. Comparing foam lifting to traditional mud jacking costs a homeowner may find similar quotes. However, another striking advantage that foam will have over traditional mud jacking is that the foam is impervious to water, weather and compacting soil. It takes approximately 30 minutes for the polyurethane foam to cure and stay in place. Due to the nature of the mud jacking material- cement, water, and dirt, compaction due to a dry climate and lack of rain may cause the soil to sink once again. Thus needing to be lifting and repaired once again.
How do I know if my concrete can be lifted or replaced?
The only way to know if your concrete can be lifted or indeed is beyond repair is to call have the sunken concrete evaluated by a professional. (You can also read more about the signs of a sinking basement, pool deck, or steps) Call Concrete Raising Systems; they have been in the foam lifting business for a few years. The foam manufacturer calls Concrete Raising Systems to get input and advice. The CRS owners were homebuilders and can assess if there is an underlying problem that may need to be addressed before the concrete is repaired. Ken and Jason’s customer have found them to be honest. Ken and Jason know that taking care of clients, will ensure that their business not only survive, but thrive.
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