Are You Dealing With Sunken Concrete at Your Menasha, WI, Home?
Have you noticed that a concrete slab in your patio, sidewalk, or driveway has begun sinking into the ground? It’s normal for this to happen, since natural soil settlement can leave a void that provides no support for the weight of the slab. But, it’s still important to address a sunken concrete slab sooner than later in order to reduce the risk of injury to passersby. Fortunately, the professionals at ABT Foundation Solutions, Inc., offer an innovative polyjacking service that can solve this issue for homeowners in Menasha, Wisconsin, and surrounding areas.
What Does Polyjacking Involve?
Similar to mudjacking, polyjacking involves drilling holes through a sunken concrete slab, pumping supporting material through the holes to fill any voids under the slab, and then patching the holes. The difference between mudjacking and polyjacking is the material used to fill the voids. While mudjacking uses a sludge-like substance containing cement, soil, sand, and water, polyjacking employs a much lighter expanding polyurethane foam.
Why Is Polyjacking a Better Choice Than Mudjacking?
Although mudjacking and polyjacking can both be used to raise sunken concrete back into place, polyjacking is the far superior method. Because polyurethane foam weighs so much less than the material used for mudjacking (a few pounds per cubic foot, as opposed to 100 pounds per cubic foot!), it places significantly less pressure on the underlying soil, minimizing the risk of the same problem reoccurring in the future. Plus, polyurethane foam lasts longer and can be applied through smaller drill holes.
For More Information
To learn more about why polyjacking is the preferred method to address sunken concrete, call ABT Foundation Solutions, Inc., today. We’ll be glad to answer your questions, provide you with additional information, and schedule a complimentary consultation at your Menasha, WI, home.