01 / The basics
When concrete can be repaired
Not every damaged slab needs to come out. Cracks can be routed and sealed, sunken sections can be lifted with foam or slurry, and a surface that is flaking or pitted can often be resurfaced with a thin overlay.
A good repair contractor will tell you honestly when a fix makes sense and when the slab has failed and needs replacing.
02 / Budgeting
What affects the cost
01
Type and extent of damage
02
Lifting method
03
Area to resurface
04
Access to the slab
03 / FAQ
Concrete Repair questions
Repair or replace?
Repair usually makes sense when the base is sound and the damage is on the surface or in one area. Widespread heaving or crumbling often points to replacement.
What’s the difference between foam lifting and mudjacking?
Both pump material under a slab to raise it. Foam is lighter and needs smaller holes. Mudjacking uses a cement-based slurry. Ask which one the contractor recommends for your slab and why.
Will a repair match my existing concrete?
Patches and overlays rarely match perfectly. Resurfacing a whole area gives a more even look.
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