Restore Your Concrete the Right Way: The Benefits of Lifting Concrete Slabs
Concrete is a strong and reliable building material, but over time, it can settle, crack, or sink due to soil movement, moisture issues, or improper installation. This is especially common in areas like driveways, patios, garage floors, and sidewalks. If you're dealing with uneven or sunken slabs, full replacement isn’t your only option. Lifting concrete slabs is a faster, more affordable, and highly effective solution that restores both function and appearance.
Why Do Concrete Slabs Settle?
The most common reasons include:
Soil Erosion: Water can wash away the soil beneath the slab, leaving it unsupported.
Poor Compaction: If the soil wasn’t properly compacted before the concrete was poured, it may shift over time.
Freeze-Thaw Cycles: In colder climates, expanding and contracting soil can cause slabs to move and crack.
Water Drainage Issues: Poor drainage leads to water pooling under the slab, weakening the base.
These issues result in tripping hazards, structural damage, and lower property value. That’s where slab lifting comes in.
What Is Concrete Slab Lifting?
Also known as concrete raising or slab jacking, this method involves injecting a high-density polyurethane foam or grout mixture beneath the slab. As the material expands, it lifts the concrete back to its original level while filling any empty spaces underneath. The process is quick, minimally invasive, and much more cost-effective than replacement.
Benefits of Slab Lifting
Affordable: Typically costs 50–70% less than tearing out and pouring new concrete.
Fast Completion: Most projects are done in a matter of hours, with minimal disruption.
Durable Results: Modern lifting materials provide long-lasting support.
Environmentally Friendly: Reuses existing materials and reduces construction waste.
Immediate Use: No long curing times—your surface is ready to use the same day.
Ideal Areas for Slab Lifting
Driveways
Sidewalks
Garage floors
Patios and pool decks
Warehouse or shop floors
Basement slabs
Trust Red Deer Concrete Lifting
At Red Deer Concrete Lifting, we specialize in lifting concrete slabs with precision and care. Using advanced polyurethane foam injection, we level uneven surfaces quickly and safely. Whether you're dealing with sunken concrete at home or on a commercial property, we have the tools and experience to do the job right.
Don’t wait until cracks get worse or safety becomes a concern. Contact Red Deer Concrete Lifting at 403-396-0046 for a free estimate and get your concrete back on solid ground today!
