Sinking Concrete Slab

A home’s structural strength is paramount, with the concrete slabs playing a pivotal role in this stability. Though robust, concrete isn’t exempt from wear and tear. A descending concrete slab, be it on your driveway, sidewalk, porch, or inside your residence, isn’t just visually displeasing. It signals potential soil troubles that could jeopardize your home’s foundation. 

Mount Valley, serving homeowners across South Carolina and Western North Carolina, comprehends the challenges you face with sinking concrete slabs. We provide solutions that are both durable and fitting, enhancing your property’s safety and visual appeal. 

Discover the reasons behind sinking concrete slabs, their effects on your dwelling, and the advantages of Mount Valley’s specialized concrete lifting procedures. 

A sinking concrete slab manifests when a concrete surface starts to decline unevenly, often leading to visible depressions or fractures. Such unevenness not only taints your property’s visual charm but also introduces potential safety threats, notably tripping dangers. 

Sinking concrete slabs are common in many concrete structures, including: 

• Driveways 
• Sidewalks 
• Pool decks 
• Porches 
• Patios 
• Steps 

Additionally, you might observe: 

• Cracks 
• Pitting, flaking, and staining 

While there are multiple causes behind a sinking concrete slab, some of the most prevalent include: 

• Settling Soil: As time progresses, the earth beneath the slab compacts and merges, leading the overlying concrete to descend. 
• Eroding Soil: Inadequate water drainage, leaks, or soil movement can lead to erosion underneath, compromising the slab’s stability. 
• Excessive Precipitation: Overabundance of moisture from rains, floods, or snowmelt can upset the slab’s balance. 
• Poor Drainage: Faulty drainage setups can lead to water accumulation, escalating soil-related issues. 
• Tree Roots: Growing tree roots can displace soil, causing slab upheaval. Decomposing roots create soil gaps, leading to further sinking. 
• Freeze-thaw Cycles: The recurrent freeze-thaw cycle strains and jostles the soil beneath slabs. 
• Installation Errors: Mistakes during the concrete installation process can result in future descent and fracturing. 

Timely addressing of these underlying issues is essential to avoid more serious structural damage. 

In using the PolyRenewal™ system to elevate sunken slabs, Mount Valley follows a meticulous method: 

• Inspect the problematic concrete areas. 
• Determine the need for PolyRenewal™ or alternative treatments. 
• Drill small holes into the distressed concrete. 
• Insert installation ports. 
• Formulate the specialized closed-cell polyurethane foam. 
• Inject the foam beneath the slab. 
• Allow foam to occupy the void and elevate the slab. 
• Let the foam solidify (typically takes 15 minutes). 
• Detach injection ports. 
• Seal and refine the drilled spots. 
• Seal any cracks to forestall future damage. 
• Periodic inspections and maintenace to ensure continued protection. 

Mount Valley’s unique products are tailored to tackle specific problems, promising unmatched quality and longevity. 

Don’t let minor issues evolve into costly repairs. If you spot signs of sinking or unlevel concrete slabs, reach out to Mount Valley. Our seasoned professionals use advanced diagnostics and superior products to ensure optimal results. 

With our PolyRenewal™ foam injection system, we can swiftly elevate settled slabs. We also offer extensive foundation repair services to address any related issues and ensure your home’s long-term protection. Whatever your home demands, Mount Valley provides the best solutions.