We’ve all been there: walking down a sidewalk and our foot catches an uneven slab. It can be frustrating and even painful. Now imagine this happens to someone else while walking down your sidewalk or walkway, and you potentially have a lawsuit on your hands.

An uneven sidewalk or walkway may seem like just a nuisance, but it can be so much more than that. When concrete sinks, it is because there is a loss or shift of soil beneath the sidewalk slab itself. This can be caused by water or even rodents, but when it goes unchecked, it can lead to cracks in your sidewalk and eventually your sidewalk even needing to be replaced.

Polyjacking can lift your sidewalk and walkway slabs to be level once again, all with no down time. Concrete leveling in Indianapolis will typically cost half of what it would to replace your sinking concrete, and there is no guarantee that the new concrete will not sink as well. Because the polyurethane foam we inject into the void is waterproof, it will not wash away or degrade over time, providing a long term solution to your sinking problem. And because the concrete slab is properly supported, it will prevent future cracking and damage.

Damage to your concrete itself may not be the only problem caused by not fixing your uneven slabs. The grade around your property is very important, and when your sidewalks and walkways are no longer channeling water away from your home or business, it can lead to nasty water problems. Water that pools near your foundation can cause flooding, mold and mildew, and even damage your foundation itself. When water will not drain and it freezes, it can cause a major skating rink and a serious threat.

Even though your sidewalk may be beyond your fence line, it doesn’t necessarily mean it’s not your problem to fix. Depending on the neighborhood, the sidewalk may be your responsibility, including any upkeep and repairs. If you are responsible for the sidewalk in front of your home, then leveling the sidewalk when you first start to notice it sinking is not only going to cost you far less than replacement, it will reduce the risk of any further damage.

Crooked sidewalks and walkways can also lead to decreased curb appeal and property value. First impressions do matter, particularly if you’re in the market to sell your home. If a potential buyer comes and the first thing they see if a buckling, crooked walkway leading to your home, they’re less likely to be impressed, even if the rest of your home is beautiful.

The easiest way to prevent future sinking, water damage, trips and having to replace your concrete is to leave it to the professionals!We can get your concrete walkways and sidewalks looking beautiful once again. Contact us for a free quote! We can also repair sinking driveway, patios, and more.