Eagle Mountain, UT
Sunken Concrete Repair
in Eagle Mountain
Uneven concrete is not just an eyesore. It is a trip hazard, a water drainage problem, and a headache that only gets worse with each Utah winter. We repair it quickly and affordably without the disruption of full replacement.
Why Concrete Settles and Sinks in Eagle Mountain
Concrete does not sink because something went wrong with the pour. In most cases, it settles because the soil underneath it moves. Eagle Mountain, like much of Utah County, sits on soils that react to changes in moisture. When the ground dries out, it shrinks. When it gets wet, it expands. Over years, this repeated cycle loosens the connection between the soil and the underside of your concrete slab.
Water is usually the main culprit. If water runs toward a slab instead of away from it, it slowly erodes the base material. Downspouts that discharge too close to a patio or walkway, irrigation systems that oversaturate nearby soil, and seasonal snowmelt can all contribute to this problem over time.
Once a void forms under a slab, the concrete slowly drops into it. The result is a section that sits noticeably lower than the ones next to it. You can feel it when you walk across it, and you can see it clearly when you look at the joint between two sections.
The good news is that this does not mean the concrete itself is ruined. In most cases, the slab is still in perfectly good shape. It just needs to be lifted back into position and the void beneath it needs to be filled.
How We Repair Sunken Concrete Slabs
Our approach to sunken concrete repair is straightforward. We identify which slabs have settled and how much lift is needed. We drill small access holes through the slab to reach the void beneath it. We then pump material through those holes to fill the void and raise the slab back into position.
Once the concrete is level, we patch the access holes and clean up the site. In most cases the whole process takes a couple of hours. You are not looking at days of work or a construction crew camped in your yard.
The result is a flat, safe surface that matches the surrounding concrete. You eliminate the trip hazard, improve water drainage, and extend the life of your existing concrete without paying to replace it.
Signs You Have a Sunken Concrete Problem
- ▸ A lip or step between two concrete panels
- ▸ Water pooling on a patio or walkway after rain
- ▸ A rocking or hollow sound when you walk on a slab
- ▸ Visible separation between the slab and your home or garage
- ▸ Cracks forming along the edge of a section that has dropped
Lifting vs. Replacing
Full concrete removal and replacement typically costs several times more than lifting the same slab. Demolition, haul-away, forming, pouring, and finishing all add up quickly. Lifting bypasses all of that. As long as the slab itself is in reasonable condition, lifting is the smarter financial choice.
Types of Concrete We Repair in Eagle Mountain
We lift and level all types of residential concrete that have settled due to soil movement.
Sidewalks and Walkways
Raised sidewalk panels are one of the most common trip hazards on residential properties. City sidewalk inspections often flag these, and homeowners can be held responsible. We lift sunken or raised sidewalk panels back into alignment quickly and cleanly.
Patios
A settled patio creates drainage problems and can damage furniture legs or create an unsafe entertaining area. We restore the level so water drains away from your home properly and the surface is safe and usable again.
Garage Floors
Garage floors often settle near the door threshold, creating a bump when you drive in. They can also develop low spots in the interior that collect water and cause staining. We level garage floor sections to restore a flat, functional surface.
Pool Decks
Pool deck concrete that settles toward the pool is a water intrusion concern and a safety hazard. Settled panels that tip away from the pool create uneven footing around the water. We can lift and regrade pool deck panels with minimal disruption to the surrounding area.
Front Stoops and Steps
Entry stoops and concrete steps that have separated from the house or settled unevenly are both a code concern and a liability. In many cases we can lift a separated stoop back against the structure without disturbing the steps above it.
Driveways
Sunken driveway sections are one of our most common calls. A settled panel that sits even two inches lower than the rest of your driveway is enough to cause vehicle clearance problems. We get it back to where it belongs.
Sunken Concrete in Eagle Mountain? Let's Fix It.
We offer free on-site estimates for sunken and uneven concrete throughout Utah County. We come out, assess the slab, and give you a clear price. No obligation and no guesswork.
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