"Did great job on leveling all sunken concrete , patching 4 areas on garage slab / apron. Crew was on time , efficient , cleaned up after project and even shut the garage and back service door upon completion. Definitely would recommend."
"The lifting of my driveway Apron went perfectly. The crew was quick, friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. I'm very happy with the results. I would highly recommend Minnesota Concrete Lifting"
"Quoting was fair and easy. There was a bit of a mix up between the quote and the person's doing the work, but was resolved fairly quickly the work was done just as quickly. Our concrete was raised noticeably and our issue resolved at the time of the work. They have a great warranty, which should be considered with every job in my opinion, it's a fair price for peace of mind! Would use again and have already pass along a referral!"
"We had our concrete floors raised as they have settled over the years. Joey and Derrick were the team that did the raising. Fantastic professionals and excellent workmanship. They not only answered our questions but explained why and how the foam worked. I was a home builder for 10 years and can recognize good workman. These two were outstanding. If you need foundation work or concrete floors lifted, give Innovative a call. DON'T SETTLE FOR ANYTHING LESS."
"Paul and crew came out and assessed the situation and was able to resolve the problem without a problem. The corner of my shop was down about 1.5”. Within no time, my concrete floor was back to it once was.
Thank you Paul!!"
My new garage/shed was finished approximately one year after I signed the contract with Heinen. He did a good job of designing the garage (in his head; no drawings) in a way that was economical and works. Greg Heinen is very personable and generally easy to talk to. We talked over options and worked through questions and decided on a final design. My dissatisfaction mostly arises from the length of time it took to finish the work and the difficulty I had in knowing what was going on with the construction schedule.
Problems started (at least in part) due to heavy rains in June of 2014, which seemed to get everything delayed for months. I also now (in hindsight) think that because Greg is a relatively small general contractor who works with a number of subcontractors, the delays were due to the availability of many of his subs. The original start date was to be June of 2014, then pushed back to late July, and then he couldn't give me a date and stopped communicating with me. A crew finally came to demolish the existing garage in late September. The general pattern was that Greg would tell me when crews would be out, more often than not the crew would not show up on that day, and I would get a series of promised start dates that also did not happen. Construction continued sporadically in this manner through October and November, and in December I had a garage that was usable (although without electricity except via extension cord). This spring they finished up with a new driveway (the first was incorrectly put in) and the electrical hook-up. Some of what I wanted for the garage/shed did not occur and I had to decide whether it was more important to get the garage done or to get it done in accordance with the contract. Because it was so late in the year, I generally decided on getting things done. The item that I am most unhappy with is the eave depth. They were supposed to be 18" but wound up being only 12". Since the roof trusses. were brought onsite pre-constructed, I didn't realize the depth was off until they and the walls were up so I could measure. By that time it was late October or November and I needed a garage for the winter.
In general, my experience with the subs is that a few of them showed up when they were supposed to and worked full days, but more of them seemed to show up about 10 a.m. and leave about 3 p.m. One crew of two showed up at 10 and I saw one of the guys standing around for two hours. He said they had thought nails would be there, but the right kind of nails weren't there, so the other guy had to get them. So, it took this guy 2 hours to get the nails (!) and then they left at 3. On the other hand, the crews that did the framing and put in the second driveway did an excellent job, and the garage and shed function well. I wonder if part of the problem is that Greg trusts his subs and some of them take advantage of that. Greg seldom came out to see how things were going and seemed to just ask the subs what was going on and simply take their word for it.
In summary, I got the garage and shed we discussed (with the exception of a few items which Greg readily removed from the final cost) and am happy with how it works. The process of getting the garage, however, is not one I'd like to go through again.
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Concrete Mudjacking questions, answered by experts
Mudjacking typically takes 24 to 72 hours (one to three days) to dry and cure completely before you can resume normal use. The exact time can vary depending on the size of the project. Because the slurry mixture contains cement, it must fully harden to ensure that added weight from walking, furniture, or vehicles won't shift the concrete slab. A professional contractor can advise you on when the surface is safe to use. For comparison, if you use polyjacking instead, the polyurethane foam can dry in just a few minutes, but it's best to wait about an hour before use.
Mudjacking is your best bet for leveling concrete on a tighter budget. It’s less expensive than foam or grout mixture. For smaller, surface-level issues, you could also use a self-leveling compound, which creates an even surface over existing concrete—it’s a budget-friendly option suitable for DIY enthusiasts.
Polyjacking and mudjacking can both be effective solutions for sinking concrete, but they have key differences. Polyjacking, which uses expanding polyurethane foam, is often considered a better option because the foam is significantly lighter than the cementitious material used for mudjacking. This reduced weight puts less pressure on the underlying soil and lowers the risk of future sinking. Polyjacking is suitable for any sinking concrete slab, while mudjacking is typically only recommended for non-structural concrete, such as sidewalks, patios, pool decks, and driveways. The primary drawback of polyjacking is its cost, which can be up to four times higher than mudjacking—as much as $25 per square foot compared to a maximum of about $6 per square foot for mudjacking.
Generally speaking, push piers—or steel piers—are the best option for underpinning, as they reach down to solid bedrock to find support for your foundation rather than relying on soil, which could be subject to the same issues as the soil directly below your foundation. However, the best underpinning method for your home depends on your location, how far down the bedrock is, and the type of soil in your area. Helical piers are usually the best option for sandy soil or in areas where the bedrock is too deep to use steel piers.
Common issues with concrete that may require professional repair or resurfacing include cracks, spalling, uneven surfaces, and weather damage.
The Arlington, MN homeowners’ guide to concrete mudjacking services
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