Is slab-on-grade good?

• <div><p>A slab-on-grade or slab foundation is a great option in many areas—usually in warm or moderate climates—and has been a successful foundation style for many decades. Slab foundations don’t require excavation or concrete block wall construction, so they’re the least expensive foundation type. They’re also the fastest to construct and don’t have many issues with moisture or water intrusion. However, they don’t give you extra storage space or potential living space like a crawl space or basement would, and they’re not ideal in colder areas where utility lines can freeze and frost heave can cause major damage.</p></div>

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Q: What causes problems with crawl space foundations?

• <div><p>Crawl space foundation problems can stem from a few different issues, but the most common are moisture and water problems and soil instability. Moisture and water issues are often a result of poor drainage, which can lead to water intrusion and soil expansion and contraction, leaving your foundation under added stress. A few things can cause soil instability, including poor drainage, karst landscapes and resulting sinkholes, and poorly compacted soil during construction.</p></div>

Q: Can a slab leak cause a sinkhole?

• <div><p>It is possible for a slab leak to cause a sinkhole, but it would have to be a particularly serious leak. A slab leak causes the land under your home to erode and if there is enough movement depressions will form in the ground, potentially causing a sinkhole.</p></div>

Q: What happens if I overwater my foundation?

• <div><p>Overwatering can cause issues like water pooling and drainage problems. To prevent overwatering, monitor your soil levels on a regular basis and change your watering schedule as necessary.</p></div>

Q: What is the best foundation repair method?

• <div><p>The best foundation repair method will depend on the issue you&rsquo;re having, but usually, foundation instability is best fixed using supportive piers, like steel piers or helical piers. A professional foundation repair contractor or structural engineer should always decide what the best course of action is, and even then, it&rsquo;s imperative that you also take measures to treat the underlying issue as well, like soil erosion or oversaturation from runoff.</p></div>

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Last update on November 12, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
I highly recommend Prolific Concrete Coatings LLC. Jesus explains each step of the process very clearly and professionally. He ensures that everything is exactly the way you want it before considering the job complete. I absolutely love the work he did on my patio!
PROLIFIC CONCRETE COATINGS LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
Joe and his crew knocked out our patio in a day and a half. Hard working professional and knowledgeable. Patio and front walk look fantastic. If looking for concrete coatings, this is the company. Fast, easy, beautiful.
EpoxyWorx, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
I hired LeonÃ¢Â Â s brick and Concrete for my patio. They did a fantastic job installing a stamped concrete patio to replace our old worn out deck. They have a great family business atmosphere and the whole process was very fast and easy, from the proposal process to selecting patio color and ...
Leon's Brick & Concrete Company
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Reviewed in September 2018
This was the 2nd project that I have used Divine Concrete for. The result was exactly what I wanted and I know from experience that it will last.
Rogers Concrete
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Reviewed in May 2018
We have hired Jack Ames twice now. Two years ago he removed and then completely redid our driveway. We liked his work and great pricing so we called him again to add on. They go a step above all the time. The first time he did a last minute removal of old concete and poured a step to our patio...
Ames ConcreteInc
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Reviewed in August 2017
Excellent. The price was very fair. The guys were detailed, professional and punctual. The job was done in less than a week. They cleaned up every day they were done working and when you are busting up concrete it is a messy job. I felt comfortable leaving them in my home to do the work when I...
Structural Dynamics Inc
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Reviewed in May 2016
We love our new driveway and are very satisfied with the appearance and quality of the work that was done. Nicolas and his crew were nice people to work with, too. I would not hesitate to hire them for concrete work again.
amigos flat concrete
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Reviewed in July 2015
Very professional and they worked nonstop until concrete poured and set. Felix Ortega and his crew did a beautiful job. They completed the job in less than 4 hours. Highly recommend this business. Quality work and I would hire them again.
ALL-PRO CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION INC.
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Reviewed in November 2014
The service was excellent,the crew showed up both times when they said they would.The first time was to remove the step and walk and grade the ground and frame it up to pour the concrete.The second time was for the pour and the crew showed up when they said they would finished some last minute...
J & J Construction Fence
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Reviewed in November 2013
1st visit they did not have connect parts. on the truck put in temporary fix. Then came back 4days later to complete the permanent repair.
RAYNOR DOOR AUTHORITY
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U.S. Waterproofing

U.S. Waterproofing

Customers say: Super punctual

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68 years of experience

Basement waterproofing and foundation repair company. Family owned since 1957 with over 300,000 dry basements. Free consultations. Lifetime warranties available. Award winning company.

"Good work in general; our basement no longer sees water for over 3 years now, which is the most important thing. But there were some real issues: The biggest issue is that USW did not adhere to local electrical codes, and did not arrange for a final inspection of the project. So we didn't find out that it wasn't to code until years later, and now it's a big hassle and minor cost to fix and get the permits. Ask your local gov yourself what you need to do for permits and inspections; don't rely on USW! USW said they would seal any foundation cracks found along the way; they didn't do this until I bugged the warranty dept about it (but they did do it eventually). USW sent someone out for the "annual checkup"... over 2 years after the install. It's a good thing they (eventually) did, because they discovered the backup battery wasn't charging. Now I know to check this stuff better myself. Prices also vary wildly and are kind of negotiable (I'd give more detail but I'm out of space)"

Andrew D on October 2023

Basement waterproofing and foundation repair company. Family owned since 1957 with over 300,000 dry basements. Free consultations. Lifetime warranties available. Award winning company.

"Good work in general; our basement no longer sees water for over 3 years now, which is the most important thing. But there were some real issues: The biggest issue is that USW did not adhere to local electrical codes, and did not arrange for a final inspection of the project. So we didn't find out that it wasn't to code until years later, and now it's a big hassle and minor cost to fix and get the permits. Ask your local gov yourself what you need to do for permits and inspections; don't rely on USW! USW said they would seal any foundation cracks found along the way; they didn't do this until I bugged the warranty dept about it (but they did do it eventually). USW sent someone out for the "annual checkup"... over 2 years after the install. It's a good thing they (eventually) did, because they discovered the backup battery wasn't charging. Now I know to check this stuff better myself. Prices also vary wildly and are kind of negotiable (I'd give more detail but I'm out of space)"

Andrew D on October 2023

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