Uneven, cracked concrete can be a nuisance, tripping hazard, and an eyesore all in one. Even if it looks perfect when you first put it down, soil settling and weathering can reveal its weaknesses. Pouring more concrete to fill the cracks wouldn’t fix the problem reasonably or cost-effectively, so are you just stuck with it?
Arise Concrete Leveling has a long-lasting solution for repairing concrete: polyfoam concrete lifting. What is this industrious technique, and how does it work? We’ll explain the benefits of polyfoam and how you can use it to restore your sidewalks, patios, and driveways to like-new conditions.
The Brief: Polyfoam Explained
High-density polyurethane foam combines various chemicals to make a durable, lightweight plastic material. Polyfoam comes in several forms, including flexible, rigid, closed-cell, and tooling board. It can be soft and plush, but it can also be durable and hold up objects many times its own weight.
Many industries mix and customize the density of polyfoam to make various products, from cushions to panels to intricate models. Polyurethane foam concrete leveling takes its malleable nature and weight support into account to fix wear and tear that other solutions can’t touch.
Fixing Sunken Concrete With Polyfoam
To fix sunken concrete, we first inspect the trouble areas and identify the reasons it sank in the first place. Then, we drill small holes less than an inch wide in the most troublesome spots to ensure even foam distribution. We use an injector to push the polyfoam into the small crevices beneath the cracked concrete, where it can then expand.
We control the mixture and its expansion, so we can set how high it lifts, ensuring it stops once we have a level surface. Once we’re finished, we patch the injection holes with concrete, leaving little evidence we were ever there.
The polyfoam concrete lifting process doesn’t take more than a day, and you can resume regular use of the repaired surface in just a few hours.
The Benefits of Polyfoam Concrete Leveling
Polyfoam lifting, or polyjacking, has many benefits aside from the setting speed.
Eco-Friendliness
Plastic and eco-friendly don’t typically go hand-in-hand, but here, they do. The processes used to make polyurethane foam are environmentally conscious and non-toxic, and low-VOC polyurethane options have grown increasingly popular.
Curb Appeal
Maintaining concrete usually doesn’t take too much effort, but it can feel like a lot when there are cracks and tripping hazards. With an even surface, you can take concrete cleanliness to the next level, improving your property’s appearance.
Long-Term Solution
As a durable, long-lasting plastic material, polyfoam does not degrade or compress over time. It will provide excellent support for your driveway, sidewalk, and any other concrete structures around your home for years to come.
Expert Concrete Leveling in Kansas
For high-quality, efficient foam injection for uneven concrete slabs, call Arise Concrete Leveling. We specialize in polyfoam concrete lifting in Wichita, KS, and nearby cities, often resolving concrete damage in as little as 24 to 48 hours. Call 316-867-6565 or visit our contact page to schedule your in-depth consultation today.
