How Polyurethane Foam Injections Level Concrete

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Sources of Concrete Problems

Your concrete cracks sinks for many reasons, most of which are environmental. The varied soil throughout Florida does little to help. Common factors include:   

• Soil Washout  
• Shrinking Soil  
• Poor Installation  

With these factors at work, you’ll start to notice concrete slabs around your property cracking and sinking. Sunken concrete sidewalks, driveways, pool decks, or patio slabs not only pose a serious tripping hazard, but they also steal value from your home and can damage your vehicle.

These issues will only get worse with time. So, it’s best to act quickly when considering a repair. When looking for a repair company, be sure they have knowledge of the local soil and a proven track record of lasting repairs.  

What Are Polyurethane Foam Injections?

How Foam Injections Lift and Level Concrete

The process of installing polyurethane foam injections is rather straightforward, however, the skill involved in executing the process is much less simple.   

Determining the proper amount of product and precise placement takes great skill and knowledge of the local soil.  

Below are the steps local experts would take to lift your sunken concrete:  

With a cure time of just 30 minutes, homeowners can get back to their daily activities without interruption.  

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Benefits Over Mudjacking

Mudjacking is a traditionally used method of lifting concrete using a slurry of cement, sand, and mud injected beneath the slab to achieve lift. However, this technique has significant drawbacks. Let’s compare mudjacking with polyurethane injections, highlighting why the latter is the better choice for repair:

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Trust Alpha Foundations for Reliable Concrete Leveling

Polyurethane injections are by far the most reliable concrete lifting and leveling method available. That’s why our team at Alpha Foundations uses it to repair a variety of concrete structures throughout Florida. Homeowners count on our proprietary PolyRenewal™ system for their concrete repair needs.

You can experience the excellence and lasting results of PolyRenewal™ too. Contact us today to schedule a free inspection and obtain a no-obligation repair estimate. Rid your property of unsafe and unsightly concrete with help from our trusted, experienced team and a state-of-the-art repair solution.

FAQs

How long does concrete foam jacking last?

Not all foam jacking is equal. Alpha Foundation offers a 5-year warranty on foam jacking jobs.

Will canned spray foam lift concrete?

No. Canned spray foam is commonly used to seal cracks. The success of this is debatable, but its ability to lift heavy concrete slabs is not.

Is foam jacking better than mudjacking?

Foam jacking exceeds mud jacking since it not only leaves a cleaner-looking injection site but also provides a much longer-lasting solution with a quicker cure time.   

Mud jacking does nothing to address the root cause of the sunken concrete, and adding additional weight to the failing soil beneath the slab, it can make the problem worse.

Ted Dryce

SEO Content Specialist

Ted is an SEO Content Writer who has been with Groundworks since 2021. He’s covered home repair topics ranging from crawl space encapsulation to regional soil conditions. When he’s not working, Ted is performing improv comedy and working on his own creative projects.

_{*Disclaimer: “Concrete leveling” means the process by which cracked, uneven concrete is stabilized, and in many cases lifted, by means of PolyRenewal™ polyurethane foam. Alpha Foundations does not guarantee that PolyRenewal™ can make your concrete perfectly level.}