Why Does Outdoor Concrete Sink?
Learn more about how to fix your outdoor concrete in Laval, Montréal, & nearby
Soil washout can result in empty space beneath your concrete slab, unable to support it. This can lead to cracks and sinking over time.
Concrete is heavy! When the soils underneath a concrete slab are unable to support its weight, the slab will sink.
If part of the concrete slab is supported by soils and other sections are not, the unsupported pieces may crack away from the other section and result in unlevel concrete.
PURLIFT can inspect the condition of your concrete slab during an on-site estimate. Call us today to schedule a free quote in Brossard, Montréal, Laval and surrounding areas.
Primary causes of sinking outdoor concrete
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Soil Shrinkage, Compaction & Settling
Different types of soil have different load-bearing capacities. When a soil's load-bearing capacity is exceeded, the soil will compact and settle.
It's also possible for the soil beneath a slab to settle and compact of its own accord. Soil that contains large amounts of clay and/or silt will shrink substantially when it gets dry.
As the soil compacts underneath a concrete slab, the unsupported slab will sink as well, usually cracking in one or more spots.
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Washout Of Soils
The soil that is underneath your driveway, patio, or concrete steps may not necessarily remain there to provide adequate support for the concrete element.
As water moves underneath your concrete slabs, it can wash away the soil that's supporting the weight of the concrete. As this happens, it creates a void, or empty space, underneath. Over time, with nothing to support it, your concrete slab can begin to sink or cave in.
How to Level Sinking Outdoor Concrete in Greater Montréal
In the past mudjacking was the best way to fix sinking concrete stairs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. However, mudjacking didn't completely solve the problem, which is why PURLIFT used PolyLevel® to fix your sinking concrete problems. Take a look at why PolyLevel® is the smarter concrete repair solution.
Slab Repair Flipbook
See why more homeowners are choosing PolyLevel® in Greater Montréal
If your driveway, sidewalk or patio has uneven surfaces due to sinking concrete, you'll be happy to know there is an easy solution.
Sinking concrete doesn't have to be a problem anymore! PolyLevel® is an alternative solution to traditional mud jacking that lifts concrete slabs to a level position with less weight and destruction. Check out our before and after photo gallery to illustrate what PolyLevel® concrete lifting can do for your property!
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AfterThe drainage path on a concrete patio is important. Once concrete sinks, it can result in water going where it shouldn't, resulting in drainage problems. In this example, concrete lifting solved this home's drainage problems where this patio abuts the house.
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AfterSinking concrete can create a serious tripping hazard. Here, you can see that by leveling the concrete at the foot of the front door to this home, tripping hazards can be eliminated and safety can be improved.
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AfterIn this example, parking the car in the driveway was like climbing Mt. Everest! Lifting the driveway apron made parking the garage less of an ordeal.
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AfterA sunken patio can be a safety liability and diminishes the aesthetic appeal of your outdoor area. This example shows a patio that was lifted back to its original position so it is no longer dangerous and unsightly.
Want a fast solution? Learn more about our PolyLevel® installation in Québec
Not sure who to call for concrete Leveling or repair on your Québec property? PURLIFT is your local foundation repair contractor providing quality solutions for raising sunken concrete. We repair uneven concrete with our fast-curing and effective PolyLevel® injection foam.
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