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Concrete Slab Leveling for Cracked & Sunken Sidewalks

February 1, 2019

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How concrete slab level works for damaged sidewalks

Did you know that concrete slab leveling is the ideal solution for your cracked and sunken sidewalks? Years ago, the only remedy for a damaged sidewalk was to rip it out and pour a brand new slab. And frankly, this fix has always been expensive – which explains why so many people don’t bother repairing […]

Slabjacking Solves Common Concrete Problems

January 24, 2019

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Slabjacking for cracked and broken concrete

Does your property have concrete problems? Slabjacking is often an ideal solution, as the repair is both more effective and less expensive than tearing out and replacing a damaged slab. Many homeowners put off fixing concrete problems, not knowing that such a quick, easy and practical repair exists. However, failing to address unsafe property conditions […]

Comparing Mudjacking, Concrete Lifting & Slab Leveling

January 13, 2019

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Mudjacking compared to other types of concrete repair

So how does mudjacking differ from concrete lifting and slab leveling? As a matter of fact, it isn’t any different at all. Mudjacking, concrete lifting and slab leveling all refer to the same concrete repair process. You might also hear it called slabjacking, concrete jacking or concrete leveling. But, by any name, it’s almost […]

3 Ways to Cut Your Concrete Repair Costs

January 5, 2019

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Is your property crying out for concrete repair? If you have a cracked driveway, sunken sidewalks, sagging porch steps, settled pool deck or uneven patio, you likely already know that fixing the damage is in your best interest -- but you might not be so sure the repair work will fit in your budget. […]

Why Concrete Repair Contractors Don’t Use Deicing Salts

December 28, 2018

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Concrete repair contractors don’t reach for deicing salts when faced with icy steps, sidewalks and driveways – for good reason. Snow and ice melting salts work well, and using them is a fast and easy way to eliminate dangerously slippery surfaces. However, salt-based deicers are no friend to your concrete. In fact, over time, these […]

Mudjacking Repair – Misconceptions and Realities

December 20, 2018

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Mudjacking repair works to lift and stabilize sunken, cracked or settled concrete. The technique, also known as concrete leveling, is both effective and affordable – much more so than tearing out and replacing a damaged slab. Of course, if you’re like most people, you might not know much about concrete repair. And, after searching for […]

Concrete Damage and Frost Heave – What You Need to Know

December 10, 2018

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In northern Utah, concrete damage often occurs due to a phenomenon known as frost heave. What is frost heave, you ask? Essentially, it’s an upward expansion of the soil due to pressure from subsurface ice. When the ground freezes, concrete shifts out of place, rising as the soil swells. Later on, as the ice thaws, […]