Mudjacking | Carmel, IN

If you are unfamiliar with construction and concrete repairs, you may believe that an uneven surface is beyond repair or fix. Think again! Especially if you’re working with Carmel Foundation Repair & Basement Waterproofing Crew. There are many reasons why a concrete surface can become uneven over the years, and there are also many ways to repair it. Mudjacking, or injecting materials below an uneven surface to correct the layer, is one of the solutions available. We provide mudjacking services and are ready to help you.

Mudjacking

After years of experience, we consider ourselves experts in the art of mudjacking. We know exactly what material to use in what situation so that the job is done properly and is most durable. Ever situation is different: outdoor leveling and indoor leveling depend on the materials of the floor, the foundations, and the place. Our experts can guide you through the process to explain each step we take and how we will repair an uneven layer to the best of our ability. Below, we give an in-detail description of the materials we use and the methods we know to be able to help you get the ground back up to level.

Methods

There are various method of concrete leveling that can be applied to different situations. Mudjacking is a mixture of topsoil and cement that is injected underground to lift uneven surfaces. There are other methods like stone slurry grout leveling that is a mixture of lime, water, and cement that is a bit easier to control. Another method is structural foam leveling which is injecting closed cell foam underground to pop uneven levels up. Each method has its unique advantages and disadvantages and we’re happy to discuss the options with you.

Advantages

One of the main advantages of mudjacking is that it’s a budget-friendly, environmentally-friendly solution to uneven surfaces. Its one of the methods that offers the most control to our contractors doing the job, thus ensuring that all corners underground will be filled with the mudjacking mixture and there will be no air pockets left behind. Although mudjacking is a bit more complicated to clean up after the job than other methods, it has higher compressive strength than other materials and will provide a more durable and reliable solution in the long run. Of course, our team is committed to cleaning up our mess after the job, so don’t worry about that!

Repair or Re-do?

Part of our company ethos is integrity with the client. For this reason, we will always be honest about what we can and can’t do for you. If we find a basement surface or exterior surface that is uneven, but discover that there are other problems in the mix as well, we will discuss the situation with you and propose re-doing the surface rather than mudjacking to solve the problem. Sometimes, mudjacking is the right fix, sometimes its not and we’ll be clear about that. Our aim is to provide a reliable solution for your problems.