Waukesha Concrete Leveling FAQ
Who is responsible for fixing a sidewalk in front of my Waukesha home?
Wisconsin law lets cities require property owners to repair the sidewalk along their lot, and most cities in the area do. If the City of Waukesha has flagged a raised or sunken panel in front of your home, call the Public Works department to confirm what they need and by when. Ask whether lifting the panel back into line meets the requirement, since it usually costs far less than replacing it.
Why does concrete sink so often around Waukesha?
Much of eastern Waukesha County sits on clay-rich glacial soil that drains poorly and can hold a perched water table close to the surface. Wet clay softens and shrinks, and our long freeze and thaw season moves it every winter. Fill soil around newer foundations also settles for years after a house is built. When the soil under a slab gives way, the concrete follows it down.
Can you fix a slab that sank because of a downspout?
Yes, and we will point out the water problem so it does not happen again. A downspout that empties next to a driveway, stoop or patio washes soil out from under the edge. We lift and fill the void underneath, then recommend extending the downspout or regrading so the water runs away from the slab.
Is mudjacking or foam lifting better for my project?
Both raise concrete by pumping material underneath it. Polyurethane foam is lightweight, needs smaller holes and cures fast, so it suits most driveways, garage floors and sidewalks on clay soil. Traditional mudjacking still makes sense on some larger slabs. We look at the slab and the soil and tell you which one we would use and why.
How soon can I use my driveway after it is lifted?
Foam reaches most of its strength within minutes, so you can usually walk on the slab right away and park on it the same day. Mudjacking needs a little longer to set. We will tell you exactly when it is ready before we leave.
Do you work outside the Waukesha city limits?
Yes. We serve all of Waukesha County, including the Town of Waukesha, Pewaukee, Brookfield, New Berlin, Sussex, Muskego, Mukwonago and the Vernon area, plus Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington and Sheboygan Counties.
How do I get a free estimate in Waukesha?
Call (262) 297-9850 or fill out the estimate form on this page. You can upload photos for a virtual estimate, or let us stop by and measure while you are at work.
