West Bend Concrete Leveling FAQ
Does the City of West Bend allow mudjacking for sidewalk repairs?
Yes, with conditions. The city's sidewalk criteria say slabs with a joint or crack offset of three quarters of an inch or more need repair, and that mudjacking of offset slabs is allowed at the discretion of the City Engineer. The city issues the permit at no charge, but the owner pays the full cost of mudjacking and the city does not warranty mudjacked slabs. Check with the Engineering Department before work starts.
Is lifting cheaper than replacing a sidewalk slab?
Usually, yes. The city offers partial reimbursement for slab replacement under its program, but lifting often costs less than your share of a replacement, and there is no curing time. We can give you a price to compare against your notice.
Why does concrete settle in West Bend?
West Bend sits on glacial soil with layers of silt and clay that hold water and drain slowly. Add runoff from downspouts and driveways, backfill around foundations and freeze and thaw every winter, and slabs settle.
Where should my downspouts drain?
The city's storm water tips suggest sending roof runoff to the lawn instead of a driveway, sidewalk or the street. That also keeps water from washing soil out from under your concrete. When we lift a slab, we point out any downspouts that are part of the problem.
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 needs a little longer to set. We tell you exactly when it is ready before we leave.
Do you serve the rest of Washington County?
Yes. We work in Jackson, Slinger, Hartford, Germantown and Richfield, plus Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Waukesha and Sheboygan Counties.
