Leveling Out Your Concrete Sidewalk with Mudjacking
Have you ever been walking down the street and noticed a dip in the sidewalk? That could be an indication of uneven or sinking concrete. If this is the case at your home, you may need to consider mudjacking and concrete leveling for your sidewalk. Below we will discuss the process of mudjacking in St. Louis, MO and why it’s a good idea for fixing sinking or uneven concrete sidewalks and walkways. We will also discuss what homeowners can expect during the mudjacking process.
What is Mudjacking?
Mudjacking is a process that involves pumping a mixture of sand, cement, water, and other components into small holes drilled into the existing concrete slab. This mixture lifts the slab back up to its original level and fills any cracks or gaps underneath it. This is known as concrete lifting or raising, slab jacking, or mudjacking depending on who you ask! The result is durable, stable repair that lasts for years without any further maintenance required.
Why Choose Mudjacking?
Mudjacking is an excellent alternative to replacing sunken or uneven concrete slabs because it’s faster, cheaper, and less messy than replacement. It also prevents future problems from occurring by stabilizing the existing soil beneath your sidewalk so that it stays level over time. Plus, since mudjacked concrete can handle heavy foot traffic immediately after installation there’s no need to wait days or weeks before using it again like you would have to do with replacement projects. Lastly, if your sinkhole problem isn’t too severe then mudjacking can be used to fill small voids instead of having to replace the entire slab which saves you money!
What Can Homeowners Expect During Mudjacking?
The process typically takes about one day from start-to-finish depending on how many holes need drilling and how much material needs pumping underneath the slab (typically 1/4 – 1/2 yard). The contractor first marks out where they plan to drill their holes and then uses high pressure pumps to inject the material underneath the slab until it reaches its desired level. Afterward they usually clean up any debris left behind from drilling so that your property looks just as good as before they started working on it!
If you have sinking or uneven concrete sidewalks at your home in St. Louis, MO then mudjacking might be a great option for you! It’s faster and cheaper than replacing large sections of concrete slabs while still being able to handle heavy foot traffic right away after installation without requiring any further maintenance like patching or sealing down the line (as long as proper drainage systems are installed). To learn more about our services feel free to contact us today—we serve customers in St. Louis County including Ladue, St Charles County including O’Fallon,, Chesterfield Valley,, West County,, South County,, & Mid County areas of Missouri! We look forward to helping you get your property looking great again soon!
