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"Installed Mendota Basic gas insert fireplace: Install went OK except I preferred to use my electrician and there was a mix up between contractors about how to install the wiring so it had to be done over. Jim tested the fireplace several times. He gave good instructions to a carpenter about building a box to support the insert. Stone tile around the insert: Jim did a beautiful job, and he arranged the tiles just the way I wanted them. He worked with my carpenters to design the framing to accommodate the design for wood trim and mantle that I wanted. Rebuilt the chimney from the roof up: The masonry itself is professional. This took a long time to complete due to the long winter and to various excuses (e,g, deaths, illnesses, other jobs started after ours). The scaffolding was left up longer than promised and that annoyed the neighbor who could not use his driveway. Communication on this issue was difficult for all of us. Concrete cap on chimney: This looks great. Jim forgot to do a little piece of cap on the side, but he came back and did it later, no questions asked. Tuck pointing: Grinding went well. Missed a few "bee holes" the first time round. Jim came back later and filled those in. Waterproofing: this went well. Block cutting and installing a larger glass block window: Glass block looks great, and matches the other glass block windows in the basement. Window well: Jim used landscape blocks that matched the style and color of a window well around another basement window. The blocks are level and fit exactly. They look great. Fireplace doors: Jim picked doors of a style I wanted. Installation was professional. I was disappointed that the doors don't seal airtight as I had understood when we initially discussed the job. I felt this should have been discussed more before the doors were installed. Epoxy floor:This didn't go so well. The grinder left many semi-circular and circular gouges in the floor which could not be ground out. So the floor is very uneven. Perhaps this was due to the quality of the existing concrete, but I don't really know. Then the epoxy paint he used didn't cover the floor. Jim did this over at his expense. Communication: Early on, Jim kept me well-informed about when he would come and arrived as planned. However, there were times when calls and emails went unanswered for days. Scaffolding that blocked the neighbor's driveway was not removed when promised. During the second contract, the number of unanswered calls increased. Several times Jim promised to come and did not show up or explain why, which delayed all the other work that had to wait until after the floor was redone. It also meant I was having to arrange for my daughter to be elsewhere on days even when he didn't show up and put off other contractors. This happened at least half a dozen times. Timeliness: There were several delays on the first job, attributed to weather but not entirely due to that, so the job took longer than we expected. Therefore, in the second contract we specified a start date (April 26, 2013) and an end date (May 10, 2013) and a penalty for missing the date. The job was not complete until the end of August, when he came to install the fireplace doors, to complete the tuck-pointing and waterproofing and to redo the floor.
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Concrete Mudjacking questions, answered by experts
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.
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.
Mudjacking is suitable for sidewalks, driveways, patios, and nearly all exterior flat structures. However, it may not suit severely damaged or heavily cracked areas.
It restores concrete, prevents replacement cost disruptions, reduces trip hazards, and provides stability at a lower cost.
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.
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