Sidewalk Repair
Cracked and settling concrete sidewalks are common, but they are unsightly and a major safety concern. Quick repairs are essential to avoid potential hazards and liabilities.
Ohio Basement Authority has the sidewalk repair solution your home deserves: concrete leveling using our exclusive PolyRenewal™ polyurethane injections. This cutting-edge method efficiently fills the voids beneath your sidewalk, lifting and stabilizing the slabs with precision.
If you live in Columbus, Cleveland, or one of the many cities we serve, you can benefit from our extensive expertise. Our advanced repair methods ensure improved sidewalk stability and safety.
What is Concrete Sidewalk Repair?
Concrete sidewalk repair is a solution to mitigate the risks and aesthetic challenges posed by cracking, sinking, and damaged sidewalks. It typically involves applying a material to return the concrete to a more level position.
While mudjacking and repouring are time-honored methods, they are costly, invasive, temporary, and ineffective repairs that fail to address the cause of concrete sidewalk damage.
The concrete lifting process, particularly utilizing PolyRenewal™ polyurethane injections, is pivotal in ensuring a durable, eco-friendly, and rapid cure for uneven sidewalk slabs. While concrete lifting is a powerful standalone repair method, it also seamlessly integrates into Ohio Basement Authority’s other comprehensive solutions, safeguarding your home’s overall structural integrity.
Signs You Need Concrete Sidewalk Repair
Recognizing the need for sidewalk repair is crucial for maintaining a safe environment. If your sidewalk has any of these issues, it likely needs repair:
- Extensive cracks (wider than ¼”) and fragmentation
- Uneven, tilted, or sinking slabs
- Significant height variations between slabs
- Slabs that rock or shift when stepped on
- Related damage like pitting, flaking, and staining
- Pooling water or mud on the sidewalk
Addressing these concerns promptly with Ohio Basement Authority prevents further deterioration, which can lead to safety hazards, increased damage, and higher costs for more extensive repairs. Early intervention allows for less invasive solutions, saving you time and money.
Is Concrete Sidewalk Repair Necessary?
Concrete sidewalk repair is a recommendation, as it directly contributes to safety. Ignoring critical repairs causes more extensive damage that endangers the safety of your family and your house. Future repairs will cost more and require more involved care.
Prompt action protects the sidewalk and guarantees financial and physical safety. When these repairs are included in a comprehensive home repair plan, structural and environmental problems can be avoided, making your property safer and more appealing.
What Are the Benefits of Concrete Sidewalk Repair?
Repairing your concrete sidewalk yields many benefits, including:
- Improved Safety and Accessibility: Lifting uneven sidewalks enhances safety and prevents potential trip hazards. Smoothing cracks and sealing joints also creates a more seamless walking surface. Proper sidewalk repair improves accessibility for everyone.
- Damage Prevention: If left unrepaired, sidewalk problems worsen over time as water seeps in and erodes the soil underneath. Stabilizing the soil and lifting the concrete prevents continued deterioration. Our solutions and maintenance help maximize the longevity of repairs.
- Enhanced Curb Appeal: Lifting damaged sidewalks enhances your property’s appearance and value. Our proprietary solutions ensure the most aesthetically pleasing results that stand the test of time.
To achieve optimal functionality, choose our proprietary PolyRenewal™ system, which is designed to offer a competitive edge in efficiency, eco-friendliness, and longevity compared to generic alternatives.
Sidewalk Repair: Ohio Basement Authority’s Approach
Our expert technicians follow these steps for seamless, long-lasting sidewalk repair:
- Drill small, penny-sized holes into the affected areas.
- Install injection ports in the drilled holes.
- Mix a specialized two-part, closed-cell polymer foam.
- Inject the foam, which expands, fills voids, and cures within 15 minutes.
- Lift the slab and stabilize the underlying soil.
- Remove the ports, fill the holes, and apply sealant to cracks and joints.
- Implement annual maintenance and monitoring protocols.
Our team at Ohio Basement Authority has extensive experience installing this innovative solution throughout Ohio and Northern Kentucky. As industry-leading experts in concrete sidewalk repair, you can trust us to deliver reliable, customized solutions and quality services.
Why Our Sidewalk Repair is the Best Choice for Your Home
Our proprietary PolyRenewal™ concrete lifting and leveling system offers a range of unique features and benefits, including:
- Precision: The PolyRenewal™ system provides incredibly accurate lifting and stabilization.
- Less Invasive: No heavy machinery or extensive digging is required.
- Lightweight: Foam is notably less dense than other concrete or mudjacking materials.
- Fast-Acting: Cures in just 15 minutes to minimize disruption.
- Long-Lasting: Durable enough to withstand environmental pressures.
- Versatility: Foam can be used on various concrete surfaces.
- Eco-friendly: Made from environmentally friendly materials.
- Inconspicuous: Seamless repairs that are virtually invisible.
- Maintenance Protection: Our yearly maintenance plan ensures long-lasting quality.
Get Concrete Sidewalk Repair Near You Today!
A damaged sidewalk creates an unsafe environment around your home, but the situation is not hopeless. At Ohio Basement Authority, we prioritize the safety of your home and family. Trust our experienced professionals and our exclusive PolyRenewal™ system to provide unparalleled reliability in restoring your sidewalk.
As the authority in concrete lifting and leveling throughout our Ohio and Northern Kentucky service areas, we have the expertise and experience to deliver long-lasting solutions. Contact us today for a free inspection and no-obligation repair estimate.
Sidewalk Repair FAQs
Traditional repair methods like mudjacking and repouring can take several days for the material to cure enough for the sidewalk to be usable. However, Ohio Basement Authority’s concrete lifting process can be completed within a day. Our polyurethane foam cures within 15 minutes, and you can use your sidewalk the same day as the installation.
No, our PolyRenewal™ system lifts existing concrete slabs back into place without demolition. Unlike techniques like mudjacking and complete replacement, minimal drilling is required. Contact Ohio Basement Authority for a free inspection and to learn more about our innovative solution and installation process.
Costs vary depending on factors such as the extent of damage, the size of the affected area, and the repairs needed. Ohio Basement Authority provides free inspections, obligation-free estimates, straightforward pricing, and financing and payment options.
Disclaimer: By “concrete leveling,” we mean the process by which cracked, uneven concrete is stabilized, and in most cases lifted, by means of our PolyRenewal™ polyurethane foam. Ohio Basement Authority does not guarantee that PolyRenewal™ can make your concrete perfectly level.
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