Concrete Leveling

Concrete Leveling

Professional Concrete Leveling & Lifting in Chicagoland

Sinking concrete? Don't replace it. Level it!

Sunken, uneven concrete doesn't always need to be torn out and replaced. Our concrete leveling specialists use structural polyurethane foam to lift and stabilize settled slabs, including driveways, sidewalks, walkways, patios, porches and steps. Get a free, no-obligation inspection and estimate in Naperville, Chicago, Aurora, and surrounding areas.

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Level driveway slab at the garage entrance after concrete leveling in Chicagoland

Concrete Problems We Can Fix

Settled concrete can create more than an eyesore. Uneven slabs can cause trip hazards, pooling water, gaps around steps and doors, and difficult transitions between concrete surfaces. Our concrete leveling services can correct many common settlement problems without replacing the entire slab.

  • Sunken & Settled Concrete: Restore concrete slabs that have dropped because of soil settlement or voids beneath the slab.
  • Uneven Concrete: Level slabs that have shifted, tilted or created uneven transitions between surfaces.
  • Sinking Driveways: Lift settled driveway slabs to improve drainage and create a smoother transition into your garage.
  • Uneven Sidewalks & Walkways: Reduce trip hazards caused by slabs that have settled or shifted.
  • Sunken Patios: Lift settled patio slabs and help restore a more even outdoor living surface.
  • Settled Porches & Steps: Correct gaps and uneven transitions around porches, steps and entryways.
Settled patio slab separating and dropping along the seam before leveling
Before
Patio slab lifted back to level with the holes patched after foam leveling
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Our Concrete Leveling & Lifting Services

Settled driveway slab at the garage entrance in Greater Chicago & Northwest Indiana

Driveway & Garage Lip Leveling

Driveway & Garage Lip LevelingLift sunken driveway slabs and uneven garage lips to create a smoother transition into your garage and help prevent water from pooling near your foundation.

Uneven sidewalk slab creating a trip hazard in Greater Chicago & Northwest Indiana

Sidewalk & Walkway Leveling

Sidewalk & Walkway LevelingLevel settled sidewalks and walkways to reduce trip hazards, improve transitions between slabs and create a safer path around your property.

Sunken walkway slab pulling away from the front steps in Greater Chicago & Northwest Indiana

Porch & Stoop
Leveling

Porch & Stoop LevelingLift settled porches, stoops and front steps to correct uneven transitions, reduce gaps and create a more stable entrance to your home.

What Causes Concrete to Sink and Settle?

Settled and tilted concrete walkway pulling away from a Chicagoland front porch

Why Concrete Settles

Midwest winters are tough on concrete. Clay-heavy soil can hold water, and repeated freezing and thawing can cause the soil beneath a slab to shift. Poor drainage and misdirected downspouts can also wash soil away, leaving voids beneath the concrete. When the support beneath a slab changes, the concrete can sink, tilt or settle.

How Drainage and Soil Problems Affect Concrete

We are foundation repair and basement waterproofing specialists, so we understand how soil movement, drainage and water flow can affect your property. When we inspect a sunken slab, we look beyond the concrete itself to identify conditions that may be contributing to the settlement and help you determine the right solution!

Our Concrete Leveling Process

Concrete leveling crew performing polyurethane foam concrete repair
  1. Inspect the slab and the soil around it. Drainage, grading and how far the slab has dropped all factor into the plan.
  2. Drill small access holes. Precise holes are placed where they will be least noticeable and provide access beneath the slab.
  3. Pump structural polyurethane foam underneath. The expanding foam fills voids beneath the concrete and helps stabilize the soil supporting the slab.
  4. Lift the slab back toward level. The slab is raised in small, controlled stages to achieve the desired elevation while minimizing stress on the concrete.
  5. Patch the holes and clean up. Once the slab is leveled, the access holes are patched and the work area is cleaned up.

Polyurethane foam cures quickly, allowing many homeowners to resume normal use of the concrete shortly after the work is completed. Your concrete leveling specialist will explain the appropriate wait time for your specific project.

Why Choose Us for Concrete Leveling?

  • Cost Savings: Leveling can cost significantly less than tearing out and replacing an otherwise serviceable concrete slab.
  • Less Property Disruption: Concrete leveling can avoid the heavy demolition, lawn damage and large dumpsters associated with full concrete replacement.
  • Fast Return to Use: Polyurethane foam cures quickly, so you can typically return to normal use much sooner than you would with newly poured concrete.
  • Warranty Protection: Every project is backed by our [warranty details] for added peace of mind.
  • Local Expertise: Our team understands the soil, drainage and settlement conditions that affect concrete throughout Greater Chicago & Northwest Indiana.

Concrete Leveling FAQs

Is my concrete too damaged to level?

If the concrete is broken into numerous small pieces or has significant structural deterioration, it may need replacement. If the slab is largely intact but has dropped, tilted or settled, it may be a good candidate for foam leveling. We can evaluate the concrete during your free inspection and explain your options.

How much does concrete leveling cost?

Concrete leveling costs vary depending on the size of the slab, the amount of settlement and the conditions beneath the concrete. During your free inspection, we can evaluate the project and provide an upfront estimate for the recommended solution.

How does polyurethane foam concrete leveling work?

During foam concrete leveling, small access holes are drilled through the slab and structural polyurethane foam is injected beneath it. The foam expands into voids and provides support beneath the concrete while allowing the slab to be carefully raised toward level.

How long until I can use my concrete again?

Polyurethane foam cures much faster than newly poured concrete, but the appropriate wait time depends on the specific project and application. Your concrete leveling specialist will let you know when the driveway, walkway, patio, steps or other surface is ready for normal use.

Will my concrete sink again?

Polyurethane foam is designed to provide durable support beneath settled concrete and resist many of the water-related problems that can affect other materials. However, the long-term performance of any leveling project depends on the condition of the existing slab, soil and surrounding drainage. We will evaluate these factors before recommending a solution.

Is concrete leveling better than replacing concrete?

It depends on the condition of the slab. If the concrete is structurally sound but has settled or shifted, leveling may provide an effective alternative to full replacement. Severely damaged or deteriorated concrete may be better suited for replacement. We will explain which option makes the most sense for your property.

Can you level a sinking driveway?

Yes. Driveways with intact slabs that have settled, tilted or dropped may be candidates for concrete leveling. Lifting the slab can help restore a smoother transition into your garage and improve the overall appearance and usability of the driveway.

Can you level uneven sidewalks and walkways?

Yes. Settled sidewalk and walkway slabs can sometimes be lifted and leveled rather than removed and replaced. Leveling can help reduce uneven transitions and trip hazards while minimizing the disruption associated with full concrete replacement.

Get a Free Concrete Leveling Estimate

Don't replace your settled concrete before finding out whether it can be leveled. We provide concrete leveling and concrete repair services in Chicago, Naperville, Aurora, Mokena, Shorewood, Bolingbrook, Kankakee, Joliet, Cedar Lake, Crown Point, and surrounding Chicagoland communities. Whether you have a sinking driveway, uneven sidewalk, settled patio or shifting front steps, we have a solution!

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our service area

We serve the following areas

  • Belvidere
  • Big Rock
  • Braceville
  • Bristol
  • Burlington
  • Caledonia
  • Capron
  • Clare
  • Coal City
  • Cortland
  • Dekalb
  • Elburn
  • Esmond
  • Garden Prairie
  • Gardner
  • Genoa
  • Hampshire
  • Harvard
  • Hinckley
  • Huntley
  • Kaneville
  • Kingston
  • Kinsman
  • Kirkland
  • Lafox
  • Malta
  • Maple Park
  • Marengo
  • Mazon
  • Millbrook
  • Millington
  • Minooka
  • Montgomery
  • Morris
  • Newark
  • Oswego
  • Plano
  • Poplar Grove
  • Reddick
  • Sandwich
  • Shabbona
  • Somonauk
  • South Wilmington
  • Sugar Grove
  • Sycamore
  • Union
  • Verona
  • Wasco
  • Waterman
  • Yorkville
Our Locations:

Chicago Basement Systems
9860 Clearvue CT
Mokena, IL 60448
1-708-838-2662