Porch Leveling
If you’re a homeowner in the St. Louis area and you have an uneven outdoor concrete porch, it’s time to consider leveling it up with mudjacking. This process is much faster, cheaper, and less messy than replacing the entire porch with new concrete. Plus, it’s a durable solution that will give your porch a lift for years to come! Read on to learn more about this process including some frequently asked questions and why mudjacking is the right choice for St. Louis home owners.
What is Mudjacking?
Mudjacking also referred to as concrete lifting, concrete raising, slab jacking, or grouting is a method of raising sunken or uneven concrete structures like patios and porches by pumping slurry beneath them through small holes drilled into their surface. This slurry mixture is composed of water, sand, Portland cement, and other additives that help support the weight of the structure once it has been raised back up to its original level.
What Can I Expect During the Process?
The mudjacking process is relatively simple and straightforward. First, our technicians will drill several small holes into your porch surface so they can pump the slurry mixture beneath it. As they do this, they will keep an eye on how much pressure needs to be applied before your porch is at its intended level again. Lastly, our technicians will patch up the holes they created during the process and clean up any mess left behind so that your patio looks as good as new when they are done!
Pros & Cons:
There are plenty of benefits associated with mudjacking over replacement options like pouring new concrete or even breaking apart old sinks/patios/porches in order to lay down fresh ones. For starters, mudjacking is significantly cheaper than replacing an entire structure—typically costing just one-third of what a full replacement would cost you in labor costs alone! Furthermore, it’s also a much faster solution than replacing an entire structure since drilling just takes minutes compared to hours required for demolition/construction projects. On top of all that, mudjacking is less messy since there’s no need for debris removal when you’re done (unlike if you were breaking apart old structures). However there are some cons associated with this process too; most notably that not all surfaces can be leveled with mudjacking (though our team at St. Louis Mudjacking & Concrete Leveling can help you determine if yours qualifies!)
Conclusion:
Overall though mudjacking continues to be one of the most popular solutions for homeowners looking to level their outdoor porches without breaking the bank or making a huge mess in their backyard! So if you live in St. Louis metro area (or any of its surrounding areas including Ladue, St Charles O’Fallon) don’t hesitate to reach out to us at St Louis MudJacking & Concrete Leveling today for help fixing those sinking or uneven porches around your home! We’ll make sure to get your patio safely off the ground in no time! Just remember – when it comes time to give your porch lift think mudjackers first! You won’t regret it!
