Does expanding foam lift concrete?

• <div><p>Yes, expanding foam (also known as polyurethane foam) can lift concrete. This approach, called polyjacking, involves injecting the foam rather than concrete slurry to fill voids and raise the concrete slab back into place. It’s often faster and requires smaller drill holes than traditional mudjacking, though it may come at a higher cost. Some contractors also prefer <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/mudjacking-vs-polyjacking.htm">polyjacking over mudjacking</a> for more damaged and delicate slabs.</p></div>

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Q: Can mudjacking be used for all types of concrete floors or surfaces?

• <div><p>Mudjacking is suitable for sidewalks, driveways, patios, and nearly all exterior flat structures. However, it may not suit severely damaged or heavily cracked areas.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take for mudjacking to dry or cure?

• <div><p>Mudjacking typically takes 24 to 72 hours (one to three days) to dry and cure completely before you can resume normal use. The total drying time can vary depending on the size of the project. Because the slurry mixture contains cement, it needs to harden fully to prevent the concrete slab from shifting under added weight. You should avoid walking on the concrete or placing heavy items like furniture or vehicles on the surface until it has fully set. Your concrete contractor can provide a precise timeline. As a point of comparison, if you opt for polyjacking, the polyurethane foam can dry in minutes, but it's recommended to wait about an hour before use.</p></div>

Q: What is the cost range for concrete injection leveling?

• <div><p>Charges correlate with surface size, settlement depth, and access, often yielding significant savings over concrete replacement.</p></div>

Q: Can mudjacking be done in winter?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s best not to perform mudjacking in the winter unless the ground temperature remains above freezing. Freezing temperatures can cause the slurry to harden too quickly, compromising its strength and longevity. Concrete is also more susceptible to cracking and splitting in cold temperatures, so there&rsquo;s a higher risk of damaging the slab during the drilling and lifting process in winter. </p></div>

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VERY POOR communication, planning, and surprisingly sloppy. In person seemed okay. I had to redo some of his work and he made coordinating with my future work more difficult. I have to redo ground rods. He did not plug the giant hole in my house concrete block from the old supply conduit and I...
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Reviewed in July 2025
Jeff did an EXCELLENT job!!! We have a lake house... alot of mold, bugs, pine pollen and pine needles!. Jeff was able to clean it all, even the windows, concrete patio and sidewalks look new! Our home looks beautiful. I recommend Jeff to anyone whose property needs a good cleaning! We are...
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Reviewed in February 2024
Absolutely amazing!! We had Concrete Dr come out to do our garage in our new home before moving in. It had made such a big difference in our garage we absolutely love it! Erik and his staff were very easy to work with, highly recommend!
Concrete Doctor
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Reviewed in June 2022
Bob and his crew were very professional, and I’m very pleased with my new driveway. They were very respectful of my lawn and left everything in good order. They paid close attention to the areas where the asphalt joined my existing concrete and stone planter.
B&E Asphalt
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Reviewed in September 2020
Excellent results, with focused attention to detail, and an expeditious final product. Stained our very large deck, floating deck, and power washed our pool concrete. Priced very competitively too!
Chris Rayborn Painting
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Reviewed in May 2020
This was my first time hiring through Home Advisor. I did have some reservation but those were quickly laid to rest. I wanted to have my pump turned on for the spring/summer and have some sprinkler heads moved due to concrete we are going to lay. He was able to find out that the wiring done was...
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I got two houses cleaned they both turned out great. The driveway and concrete walkways look brand new!! Keith was very friendly and got the job done quick.
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Chris did an excellent job cleaning our home's exterior, the deck and the concrete. It took years off our home and looked extremely clean. He took great care to protect the shrubs and plants and put everything back in place after the cleaning. His price was very fair and I would highly...
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I called Dale Van Groll, Owner, Concrete Creations in the fall 2013 to receive a quote for my project. Dale returned my call within a couple of days and we scheduled an appointment to review my project. <br /> Dale arrived on time and provided me with a quote on-site. <br /> Dale was booked...
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<p>I saw and picked up a discount coupon for this tree service company at a local bank.</p> I called owner (John) and he said he would be happy to come and look at the project and give me an estimate. <br /> I called others for estimates with some success. While Eagle's estimate was not the...
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AAE concrete and construction llc specializes in all things flatwork(stamped, colored, hard trowel finish, broomed). We also do offer some construction services such as decks, framing, and small remodels. We approach every job as of it was our own. No short cuts, done just the way it should be. No job nor too small AAE can handle them all.

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

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Concrete Mudjacking questions, answered by experts

Mudjacking is suitable for sidewalks, driveways, patios, and nearly all exterior flat structures. However, it may not suit severely damaged or heavily cracked areas.

Mudjacking typically takes 24 to 72 hours (one to three days) to dry and cure completely before you can resume normal use. The total drying time can vary depending on the size of the project. Because the slurry mixture contains cement, it needs to harden fully to prevent the concrete slab from shifting under added weight. You should avoid walking on the concrete or placing heavy items like furniture or vehicles on the surface until it has fully set. Your concrete contractor can provide a precise timeline. As a point of comparison, if you opt for polyjacking, the polyurethane foam can dry in minutes, but it's recommended to wait about an hour before use.

Charges correlate with surface size, settlement depth, and access, often yielding significant savings over concrete replacement.

It’s best not to perform mudjacking in the winter unless the ground temperature remains above freezing. Freezing temperatures can cause the slurry to harden too quickly, compromising its strength and longevity. Concrete is also more susceptible to cracking and splitting in cold temperatures, so there’s a higher risk of damaging the slab during the drilling and lifting process in winter.

Yes, expanding foam (also known as polyurethane foam) can lift concrete. This approach, called polyjacking, involves injecting the foam rather than concrete slurry to fill voids and raise the concrete slab back into place. It’s often faster and requires smaller drill holes than traditional mudjacking, though it may come at a higher cost. Some contractors also prefer polyjacking over mudjacking for more damaged and delicate slabs.

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