Muskego Concrete Leveling FAQ
Where can my sump pump discharge in Muskego?
City code says that where there is no storm sewer, sump water goes to a drainage ditch if there is one, or onto the ground 3 to 15 feet from the foundation, across your own lot toward the street. It cannot go straight onto the street or a neighbor's yard. Keep it off your driveway and walks, too.
Why does concrete sink so much in Muskego?
Much of the ground around the lakes is poorly drained glacial clay and outwash with organic soil on top. Wet ground softens, clay shrinks as it dries, and freeze and thaw moves it every winter.
Can you lift a patio without tearing up the yard?
Yes. Our equipment stays on the truck and we run hoses to the slab, so there are no ruts or torn-up beds. The only marks left are a few small patched holes in the concrete.
Is it worth lifting an older driveway instead of replacing it?
If the slab is still in one piece, usually yes. Lifting costs a fraction of replacement, there is no tear-out, and you can drive on foam-lifted concrete the same day. If it is badly broken up, we will tell you.
Is foam lifting or mudjacking better for my concrete?
Both raise concrete by pumping material underneath it. Polyurethane foam is light, needs smaller holes and cures in minutes, so it suits most driveways, walks and garage floors 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 the slab after it is lifted?
With foam, you can usually walk on it right away and drive on it the same day. Mudjacking takes a little longer to set. We tell you exactly when it is ready before we leave.
Do you serve the area around Muskego?
Yes. We work in New Berlin, Franklin, Wind Lake and Hales Corners, plus the rest of Waukesha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington and Sheboygan Counties.
