"I had the apron of my driveway and five sections of sidewalk replaced. They tore out the old concrete and cleaned all the debris and did a very nice job replacing all the concrete. They put back the sod that was removed and left the area looking very good. They communicated with me during the job to let me know what was being done. I would recommend them."
"Andrew P, Dakota B, and Kyle M worked on adding a new drainage system to our basement. They were polite, friendly, and very professional. They did an absolutely AMAZING job!!! Job site was cleaned when they left and they even helped carry out some extra trash I had (not part of the job - but they were happy to help). I highly recommend this crew!!!"
"I know of no other contractor who has total customer satisfaction as his top priority like Mr. Flanagan does. He is absolutely the best. My basement sustained ankle-deep water as the result of an outdoor basement stairwell drain that violently backed up because its circa-1951 drain line led to the street storm sewer (by design). That sewer was overcome with water during a storm in the summer of 2010 that featured a tornado in my western-suburbs area. Soon after pumping the water out of my basement with a mobile pump, the mess prompted me to (once again*) call Mr. Flanagan (*His crawlspace crew had done a beautiful job finishing my dirt-floor crawlspace with a concrete floor and wall insulation a couple of years earlier). After the basement waterproofing project described in this review was complete, however, I was disappointed with the workmanship: The concrete work looked less-than-professional (out-of-flush with sump flange and the stairwell drain, plus way too many swirl marks and splattering) in the stairwell and basement's appearance areas. In short, it just didn't look like his business's flawless concrete job that was done in my crawlspace just years earlier. Mr. Flanagan agreed. With no questions asked, he immediately had a different crew come to my home, tear out all of the previously laid concrete and drain lines and replace it with the workmanship that he would expect his crews to use in their own homes. The re-do of the project at least had met my high expectations for its cosmetics. And, of course, I hoped it was a sufficient waterproofing solution for my basement. Fast forward just a few short years. Affter having perhaps sustaining that 100-year event with the Chicago-area rain storm of April 17-18, 2012, while my neighbors are pumping water out of their basements, mine remains bone dry. Thank you Mr. Flanagan and Crawlspace / Basement Waterproofing Solutions for a job (design and installation) well done. Your basement waterproofing solution indeed deserves an A+.
"The front porch slab went ok, although we had to follow up with Tony a few weeks later to come back and remove the braces he had installed to the porch roof and wrought iron supports. The backyard sidewalk is a whole other story. We particularly pointed out to Tony that our backyard goes downhill, and we wanted the sidewalk to conform to the ground level because of the way water drains into our yard from downspouts and our driveway. His team worked quickly to put together the wooden molds for the sidewalk. Since we believed they were the experts, we didn't question what they were doing, although I pointed out, again, that the sidewalk needed to go downhill toward the back gate and asked if they didn't need to dig out some dirt to achieve that. Tony said they would do the sidewalk correctly. After everything was poured, we went out to look at the result and saw that the surface did not go downhill, but in fact the sidewalk had been made level (and above ground!). Furthermore, we couldn't open the doors to our garden shed because the sidewalk was so high. Tony was able to quickly move some of the concrete away from the shed doors, but we were still afraid that it would be difficult when the ground froze and shifted. Bottom line was we were unhappy with the sidewalk and we told him so. We said we wanted him to take it out, so we could do it over. When Tony followed up to get the final payment, we talked a couple of times about our problems with the sidewalk. We told him to take the sidewalk out, but he just kept asking for his money (all the while carrying on about how he he needed the money to take care of his family). I was finally tired of arguing with him and we agreed that I would pay the balance less a $200. credit (which my wife is still angry about). In the end, we paid someone else to remove the sidewalk and install a new concrete sidewalk to our specifications. We would just also like to say that we don't like that Tony uses his Christianity as a sales pitch."
I trust Mike to do all of our future masonry work in the future. We are currently (4/11/2014) putting together plans for a front wrought iron automated gate with concrete pillars and widening the entry to our driveway. I won't use anybody else. His prices were fair and he really is a nice guy after getting to know him on the projects he has finished on our dream house. Thanks Mike!!!
"They first gave a fairly detailed quote, then in about a month came back to do the work. They use a pier system and do all the excavation by hand so it does not tear up the yard. Takes a little longer but in the end i was very good work. Had to add on a lot of pipe, that should have been noted on the contract and agreed to before it was done, but in the end they only charged for the actual pipe used to pier to foundation. Very good at clean up. Recommend them highly if you want a fair and honest job.
"Considering it was January there were climate conditions of cold weather and muddy ground which they were completed prepared for. The arrived on time, well equipped with all necessary materials. They estimated three days and finished in three days.
The first day the dug the hole and put in new tile (which was not in the original estimate). They made several trips to inform us of the progress and ask our opinion on situations where we had a choice. The night before the second day we experienced thunderstorms and received over an inch of rain which made the site difficult to navigate. They had planned for this rain and there was no water in the hole next to the house. Temperatures dropped to 30 degrees that day but they stilled cut the hole and installed the window as planned. But the muddy ground made the third day necessary.
On the third day they completed all weatherizing for the new window and cleaned up the surrounding area completely and finished grading the outside yard and left it ready for grass seed.
We are completely satisfied in every way. We would definitely use them again."
Concrete Mudjacking questions, answered by experts
Concrete leveling can last anywhere from five to 10 years or more, and in some cases, it can be a permanent solution. The longevity depends on the method used and whether the underlying cause of the sinking is addressed. For example, mudjacking typically lasts five to 10 years, while polyjacking can last for 20 years or more. It's best to consult a professional for an accurate timeline based on your specific situation and any factors that could cause the issue to recur.
Concrete leveling is absolutely worth it if you have sunken concrete slabs and want to restore them to level, especially if the slab is part of your home foundation. Concrete leveling is less than half the price of replacing concrete sidewalks, patios, walkways, and pool decks, and it’s about a quarter of the cost of replacing a foundation. If you also treat the underlying problem, it can be a worthwhile and permanent solution.
Common issues with concrete that may require professional repair or resurfacing include cracks, spalling, uneven surfaces, and weather damage.
Many contractors offer warranties for their work. Confirm terms before starting the project.
Mudjacking can be an expensive foundation repair process, but in many cases, it’s well worth the investment. This is especially true if you’re lifting a portion of sunken foundation slab back into place. In that case, mudjacking can help avoid major structural damage and even home collapse by restoring the integrity of your structure with minimally invasive procedures. Mudjacking a concrete patio, walkway, or sidewalk can be worthwhile because it removes tripping hazards and makes your outdoor area more aesthetically appealing.
The New Castle, IN homeowners’ guide to concrete mudjacking services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
DIY mudjacking is an advanced task, but learning how to raise a concrete slab is great to know for many scenarios. Let's take a look at how to DIY mudjack.
