Porch and Patio Leveling
Porch and Patio Settlement Causes
Porch settlement can be a huge headache for a homeowner. Though there are a few possible causes of porch and patio settlement, the most common is poor soil compaction when the porch or patio was originally poured. Over time, the weight of the porch condenses the loose soils underneath, causing the concrete to sink. This process could begin in as little as a few months after the concrete is poured. Fortunately, as long as the porch or patio is in good shape, it can be lifted back up to its original height with JACKCRETE.
Porch and Patio Leveling
Simply put, there is no better solution for a sunken patio than concrete lifting. While some homeowners and businesses opt to replace, the process is much more expensive and takes significantly longer- foam jacking, by comparison, is completed the same day without any downtime or construction. Once the work is completed, the area is left good as new with little visible evidence that any work had been performed in the first place.
How We Level Porches and Patios
By drilling penny-sized holes into the sunken porch or patio slabs, JACKCRETE is able to make the landing as good as new. Our whole process usually takes between 1-2 hours from arrival to completion, though some projects take as little as 30 minutes. Usually nothing has to be moved for us to perform our work, and the concrete can be used as soon as we are done. Best of all, there is no evidence you had your porch raised! We fill our holes with a grey non-shrink mortar to help blend our hole with the rest of the porch concrete. There will be almost no evidence that your concrete had been worked on, but the concrete will be back to level and as good as new!
Other Porch Concrete Repair Needs
If your porch or patio concrete is sunken, we can most likely help. Still, there may be some circumstances that cause issues.
Concrete lifting relies on even pressure being applied underneath a slab to allow it to move. If a patio is one large, poured slab of over 8 feet without relief cuts, care must be taken to avoid forming cracks. Another potential issue is the concrete shifting under the doorway or home, causing any attempt to lift it to compromise the surrounding home. As with any home repair, special precautions must be taken to ensure the project can be completed safely without jeopardizing the surrounding home.
Unsure if JACKCRETE can fix your issue? Give us a call so we can go over your circumstance together and determine what is the best option for you.
Different by Design
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Expert Consideration
We require a quick in-person meeting to take measurements and view the concrete slab. We know the variables that may cause a difficult- or even damaging- project, and ensure that we have all information before any work begins.
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Same-Day Completion
No long, drawn out projects. No heavy construction going on beside your home. Our team only needs an hour or so with their minimally invasive equipment to get the job done right.
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Warranted Results
Soil can continue to settle a bit after our work is completed. Though this is very rare, it does happen- and we can come correct it for free. Our warranty is good for two years and is fully transferable if you decide to sell your home.
Free Estimate for Your Patio Repairs
Our estimates generally take about 30 minutes to an hour depending on how many areas you’d like us to look at. We never use high pressure sales tactics- we don’t even discuss pricing during our first meeting. Our focus is to provide you with the best advice on how to fix your problem, whether or not it involves our service.
Once our estimator arrives back to the office, your proposal is created and sent out either the same day or the following morning. Whenever you have questions about the estimate, we’ll be here to answer them and provide as much help as we can!
Frequently Asked Questions About Foam Lifting
Will the foam deteriorate over time? No, it will not. Our closed-cell polyurethane will outlive the concrete slab above it
How Can Concrete Lifting Go Wrong
While we wish we could say there are no possible problems, the truth is not every concrete lifting project goes
How Does the Cold Affect Concrete Lifting?
Does Cold Weather Affect Concrete Jacking? Yes, to an extent. If the soil is frozen, it will be harder to
Concrete Repair Options
Why Do We Need Concrete Repair? In many cases, especially in Virginia where the soil types range anywhere from dark
Resources to Better Understand Porch and Patio Leveling
Not sure what your best option is? Learn more about the process behind porch leveling with polyurethane foam and some of the main concerns homeowners experience. If you still have some questions, you’re always free to give us a call.
