Frequently asked questions

Concrete lifting usually runs about half the cost of tearing out and repouring, or less. Every job is quoted after a free on-site look, so you get an exact price before we start.

It is cheaper, quicker, and cleaner than a new slab, and the surface is ready to use right away. A new pour also rarely matches the color of the concrete next to it.

Yes. Deep Foamjection is a long-term solution for settled concrete. The polyurethane foam does not wash out or break down the way older mudjacking slurry can.

Most jobs are done in less than a day, and the surface is ready to use immediately.

Poor base compaction, freeze-thaw cycles through our cold winters, and erosion or poor drainage all let the soil under a slab settle. Once that support is gone, the concrete drops.

Yes, cracked concrete can be leveled. We will take a look and tell you what to expect before any work begins.

Yes. We lift concrete year-round in Cache Valley and Northern Utah as long as the ground is not in a deep freeze. Cold weather does not affect the foam, so if a slab has dropped in January you do not have to wait for spring.

Yes. The foam cures within minutes, so you can walk and drive on a lifted driveway as soon as we finish, the same day.

Usually not. Most homeowners policies treat settling as maintenance and exclude it. Coverage sometimes applies when a sudden event such as a burst pipe or flood caused the damage, so it is worth a call to your agent. If it is not covered, financing is available.

Yes, financing is available. Ask when you call for your free estimate and we will walk you through it.

If you live somewhere that freezes, like Cache Valley, we recommend it. Sealing keeps moisture out so freeze-thaw cycles cannot spall or crack the surface.

About 24 hours. The sealant needs roughly a day to cure before it takes vehicle traffic.

Concrete can be sealed immediately after it is poured, or any time after that.

As soon as you notice them. Sealing cracks early keeps water out before it can work under the slab and make the problem worse.

They can, sometimes. We can talk through finish options so your sealed surface keeps the traction you need.

Foundation lifting jobs can usually be done in one to two days. Bigger jobs can take up to five days.

Yes, you can keep living in your home while the foundation is being repaired. The work happens from outside the structure.

Push piers or helical piles are the best methods for lifting and repairing a settled foundation. Which one fits depends on your soil and the weight of the structure.

Cracks in exterior walls, doors and windows that will not shut properly, sloped floors, and sunken landscaping around the house.

It can be a sound purchase if you are prepared to have the repair done. Get an assessment first so you know the scope and cost going in.

It varies with the size of the structure. For an average home, push pier foundation repair typically runs between $10,000 and $20,000. We give you an exact number after an on-site assessment.

They are driven down until they reach solid bedrock, at which point they become a permanent foundation.

Yes. Push piers are very effective and can lift and stabilize most structures.

They are driven hydraulically to a specified depth until they reach bedrock and can support the structure. About 40 feet is often enough where the ground has good bearing capacity.

Yes. Once they reach solid bedrock they become a permanent foundation.

No. Helical piers need to be installed by a certified installer, and the job often requires engineering to get the count and depth right.

They are permanent and will last the lifetime of the structure.

It depends on the size and weight of the structure. An engineer or the helical manufacturer determines the exact number needed.

They are driven to a depth set by engineers, generally between 20 and 60 feet depending on the use and soil.

They can be installed fairly quickly. The exact time depends on the depth required.