Concrete Lifting
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Get Your Free EstimateCommon Concrete Problems
Concrete is everywhere around your home—from your driveway and patio, to your pool deck and sidewalk. When a concrete slab cracks and sinks due to soil compaction or wash-out, it becomes an eyesore and a tripping hazard.
Cracked Driveway
A cracked driveway doesn't only reduce your home's appeal— it's also a safety concern. FRS has a proven solution.
Cracked Concrete
A crack in your exterior concrete is more than a flaw; it’s a safety risk. Let Foundation Recovery Systems create a safer home.
Sinking Concrete Slab
Sinking concrete signals a deeper problem. Foundation Recovery Systems offers effective concrete lifting solutions.
Sinking Concrete Steps
Sinking concrete steps not only affects your home's aesthetics but also poses real safety risks. Learn how FRS can help.
Are uneven or cracked concrete slabs causing problems in your home’s patio, driveway, or sidewalk? Damaged concrete can ruin the appearance of your beautiful Midwestern home, and traditional solutions like mud jacking or complete replacement can be costly and time-consuming. But there’s a better option: PolyRenewal™ concrete lifting from Foundation Recovery Systems.
Causes of Concrete Damage
Here's why your concrete slab is cracked, sunken, and uneven:
As a homeowner, you should be concerned about the concrete slabs on your street. During colder months, street slabs contract, and when warm weather returns, they expand. However, debris-filled joints can cause “street creep,” which exerts pressure on your home and can cause foundation and concrete issues. But cracked and sunken concrete can be lifted and leveled with the right technology and know-how.
Moisture is concrete’s enemy. It seeps into pores, expands during freeze-thaw cycles, and weakens concrete. This results in pitted, flaky slabs. Untreated concrete is also susceptible to staining due to its porous nature.
Compacted soil around building sites can be unstable, resulting in voids forming and concrete slabs settling over time.
Drought and dry conditions can exacerbate this issue, causing the soil to shrink and create even larger voids. When the rains return, water can seep into these spaces and further weaken the soil, leading to significant settling and potentially dangerous structural issues.
Soil washout can weaken and wash away soil, leading to cracking and sinking slabs that affect your home’s stability. It also deteriorates soil quality, causing erosion to worsen exponentially over time and impacting your yard and property.
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Nick Gunther came today for our annual inspection. He was very professional and polite and did a good job checking our speedy channel. …
Nick Gunther came today for our annual inspection. He was very professional and polite and did a good job checking our speedy channel. He is an asset to your company. Linda Carter
We had a sump pump replaced by Ayden Land and Derrick Bushnell on New Years Eve day. The two young men were very careful and considerate. …
We had a sump pump replaced by Ayden Land and Derrick Bushnell on New Years Eve day. The two young men were very careful and considerate. They cleaned up everything and completed the installation to let us get ready for friends to come for a dinner. I hope Ayden and Derrick got home to celebrate the New Year.
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I was looking for a foundation company because my foundation was in need of getting it pulled back and it was bowing 4inches. I found…
I was looking for a foundation company because my foundation was in need of getting it pulled back and it was bowing 4inches. I found foundation recovery systems online and what won me over was their forever warranty that can be transferrable. My first interaction was with Matt, he came to my house and gave me a break down of everything and what I could do that wouldn't cost me a TON of money! He also came back an hour later to talk to my wife about everything we talked about before. I REALLY appreciated it and thanked him for coming back over. We came up with a game plan and he was very communicative every time I would text him. He had every answer or if he didn't know he would call right back. That is why we went ahead and booked our installation. Installation came around and the crew lead person name Landon was great. Explain what they were doing and how it is going to look. They worked all two days day and night. I was really happy with the outcome and how communicative they were with everything and if I needed to spend any extra to waterproof my basement. And then this time was unexpected but I noticed that the other side of my basement was getting water somewhere and the sump pump that is there was not running as well as the one that was just installed. So I called Matt again to have him come over to give us an estimate of installing a new sump pump where the old sump pump was and water proofing the other side so there will be no water coming through the basement. We discuss price and came up with a game plan. Very polite and willing to help an anyway. He came over as soon as I got off. Second crew came by to do an install and the crew came around 845-9am. They walked me through the game plan and started working on the other side of the basement. Jeremy the formen, he noticed that there was a broken pipe and fixed it so my washer water would flow directly to the sump pump or the other one that was previously installed. He got the waterproofing completed and ran a pipe through one side of the room to the existing sump pump. They patched everything up very nicely and will come back to put up seal and beams within a few days. This plan was not expected, but SAVED us a lot of money! I was very happy about that. I really appreciated the hard work that these men were doing. They worked day and night to get it done. I was very impressed! I would recommend this company because of how well and understand the importance of customer satisfaction. The fact that the work they are doing is warrantied and can be transferred to new owners if I decide to sell my house. Thank you Matt, Landons Crew and Jeremys Crew for putting us at ease so we do not have to worry about water coming through our basement.
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Kevin Macdonald was punctual, efficient and very knowledgable. He thoroughly went through and explained every step he was taking and…
Kevin Macdonald was punctual, efficient and very knowledgable. He thoroughly went through and explained every step he was taking and why. He was very personable and well spoken. I would highly recommend him.
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Timber Shelton our field inspector was at our home this morning. I really need to express how professional, courteous and extremely…
Timber Shelton our field inspector was at our home this morning. I really need to express how professional, courteous and extremely knowledgeable Tim is in his field of work. He thoroughly inspected and answered each one of my questions with perfect answers to my problems. We talked about several scenarios of how to fix my water problem in my finished basement. The original inspection time was supposed to only be 90 minutes but Tim took the extra time to fill my needs with all my questions and solutions. He stayed for approximately 3 hours to help us with our decision with absolutely no sales pressure. Tim has an outstanding personality and truly a professional. Needless to say we came up with a solution and I signed a contract with him to complete the work. I want Tim’s employer (Foundation Recovery Systems) to know what an amazing asset Tim is to your organization. Thank you for your help. Rick and Bobby
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So on Thursday my wife and I had an extremely positive experience with a man by the name Craig Chiles with Foundation Recovery Systems who…
So on Thursday my wife and I had an extremely positive experience with a man by the name Craig Chiles with Foundation Recovery Systems who came over to quote us a price on our driveway. Mr. Chiles was professional extremely well polished and courteous. He gave us a start to finish run down of the job we wanted done. We had a plan to get multiple quotes from other companies but I’m satisfied that we had a fair and honest assessment of our situation and we decided to go with this company. We would recommend Craig Chiles to anyone looking to get your foundation looked at and possibly repaired. Thank you sir it was a pleasure doing business with you. -Bert&Kelly
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I would like to start off by giving a big thank you to Joe, Devon, and Lane. They did exceptional work on our house and were very…
I would like to start off by giving a big thank you to Joe, Devon, and Lane. They did exceptional work on our house and were very professional! They made the project quick and easy!! I’m very happy with the work they did!! I would definitely call back and use there services again in the future!
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Zach Sanders from FRS was helpful, informative, and kind in working with us on our yearly maintenance of our foundation braces.
Zach Sanders from FRS was helpful, informative, and kind in working with us on our yearly maintenance of our foundation braces.
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Had a great inspection. Shaq was the fireman and fixed our concrete and looks great!
Had a great inspection. Shaq was the fireman and fixed our concrete and looks great!
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Jared Wyatt was very helpful, informative, and was willing to explain every question we brought up.
Jared Wyatt was very helpful, informative, and was willing to explain every question we brought up.
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We met with Adam this week and the knowledge and insight he provided was incredibly helpful. He was prompt and courteous and even answered…
We met with Adam this week and the knowledge and insight he provided was incredibly helpful. He was prompt and courteous and even answered some additional questions outside the scope of our original project. Great experience!
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Bryce and Alex provided great communication to their anticipated arrival, completed the job to proficiency and provided excellent…
Bryce and Alex provided great communication to their anticipated arrival, completed the job to proficiency and provided excellent communication regarding their efficiency and knowledge based skills yo completing a job well done!
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I am so thankful for booking this appointment. My inspector Nick Mata was so great he made sure I understood everything that was wrong and…
I am so thankful for booking this appointment. My inspector Nick Mata was so great he made sure I understood everything that was wrong and found a solution for my needs. I will be recommending Foundation Recovery Systems for friends and family! Thank you Nick your the best!
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Chad Dees was great to work with and he was able to help me find the perfect solution for me!
Chad Dees was great to work with and he was able to help me find the perfect solution for me!
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Zach Sanders came to our home for a yearly inspection about six months after we purchased the house, which included a lifetime foundation…
Zach Sanders came to our home for a yearly inspection about six months after we purchased the house, which included a lifetime foundation warranty. He was extremely thorough in explaining everything we needed to know and took the time to answer all of our questions clearly. Throughout the entire visit, he was professional, respectful, and very easy to work with. His attention to detail and commitment to great service really stood out. I would highly recommend Zach to anyone needing a home inspection or foundation evaluation
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Jordan was a straight shooter and very knowledgeable with concrete issues. His knowledge and background help me make the decision to use…
Jordan was a straight shooter and very knowledgeable with concrete issues. His knowledge and background help me make the decision to use Foundation Recovery Systems. Very reasonable and fair pricing.
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From beginning to end the salesman, superintendent ,crew chief, and the crew, KUDOS to you all. Having experienced this endeavor with these …
From beginning to end the salesman, superintendent ,crew chief, and the crew, KUDOS to you all. Having experienced this endeavor with these folks, it was an amazingly choreographed well thought out and professionally executed plan by people that were sincerely concerned that left us stunned actually. Set up, install 5 piers, patch floor, cleaned area, in a matter of hours…all I can say is awesome and thank you.
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The floor of my lodge had sunk 3.5” and I was really concerned. I called and Chad came out to investigate. He was very thorough and…
The floor of my lodge had sunk 3.5” and I was really concerned. I called and Chad came out to investigate. He was very thorough and knowledgeable. He assured me that he could help me. A few weeks later Chris and Keith came out to do their magic. Before I knew it the floor was back to normal! I am very pleased with their work and would highly recommend Foundation Recovery Systems of Moberly, MO.
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Corey B. was very professional, personable and did a great job of explaining the work that needed to be done.
Corey B. was very professional, personable and did a great job of explaining the work that needed to be done.
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Jared Wyatt was so very easy to work with he made it a pleasure rather than hassle. He is very knowledgeable and thorough in explaining all …
Jared Wyatt was so very easy to work with he made it a pleasure rather than hassle. He is very knowledgeable and thorough in explaining all of the aspects of our crawlspace repair. We would reco.end him to anyone who needs help. We thank him for all of his expertise and personality.
Concrete Lifting Solutions
Improve your home's curb appeal and market value with our same-day concrete solutions. We don't offer temporary fixes but provide quick, clean, and permanent solutions you can trust. Browse our options below.
Driveway Repair
Trust Foundation Recovery Systems for expert driveway repair services.
Pool Deck Repair
Get a safe and level pool deck with Foundation Recovery Systems' concrete lifting system.
Concrete Step Repair
Unlevel concrete steps pose a severe safety risk. Foundation Recovery Systems' concrete lifting technique offers long-term repair.
Concrete Floor Repair
Get a safe and level concrete floor with Foundation Recovery Systems' concrete lifting system.
Why Concrete Lifting Is the Right Solution for Uneven Concrete
At Foundation Recovery Systems, we provide quick and effective concrete lifting solutions to restore your home’s paths and entryways. Our financing plans make our services easily affordable to fit your budget. Our proven track record of customer satisfaction in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Arkansas, and Illinois demonstrates our commitment to fixing damaged concrete correctly the first time.
We understand the inconvenience and concern when confronted with tripping hazards and unsightly cracks. Our certified experts in concrete lifting will meticulously examine your property to identify the root of your concerns.
We pride ourselves on offering a complimentary, no-obligation quote outlining our suggested solutions. Begin the concrete lifting restoration process today.
FAQs
If you find yourself concerned about the cost of pool deck repair, you may be tempted to try and take on repairs on your own. After all, there are plenty of other DIY solutions you can do around your home, so why not this one? DIY pool deck repair solutions, unfortunately, rarely work out in a homeowner’s favor. Instead, these endeavors can become costly and riddled with errors, meaning that you’re actually going to end up paying more if you try to DIY the fix.
Concerns About Costs
Most of the time, homeowners who try to lift their concrete on their own are concerned about the cost of professional repairs. If you’re already someone who enjoys DIY, you might know that certain DIY projects can save you lots of money — after all, making food at home is cheaper than eating out, so why wouldn’t concrete lifting follow the same idea? The problem is that concrete lifting isn’t at all like making food, and DIY work can actually cost a homeowner far more than professional help.
For starters, you’ll need to find the materials and tools you need to bring your concrete back up to its original height. If you don’t have any similar projects planned for the future, many of these tools may be of one-time use. Professionals already have many of the tools they need on hand to restore your pool deck. That means they can afford the hundreds of dollars in tools they need for pool deck lifting, whereas you probably can’t. Similarly, experts can reach out to industry peers for materials they might need, garnering industry discounts you wouldn’t be able to take advantage of.
The Dangers of Errors
Most of the time, DIY mistakes aren’t that big of a deal. If you mess up a recipe, even to the point of complete disaster, you’ll just mess up a couple dollars’ worth of food and have to get takeout. Making a mistake while trying to lift your pool deck, however, can make the structure effectively unusable. For starters, you may end up leaving your pool deck more uneven than you found it, putting you and your family at risk of injuries. You may also put the other nearby concrete structures you have in place at structural risk.
Then there’s the question of your property’s value. If you fail to appropriately fix your pool deck, or if you make a mistake while trying to repair it, you can put your home’s market value at risk. You risk losing up to 30 percent of your home’s market value if you try to list it with a damaged pool deck or any other type of concrete failure on the property. That might not be a big problem now, but if you’re ever going to sell your home, you could end up taking a big hit on it. If you work with professionals, you’ll be far less likely to eventually sell a home that’s lost some of its value due to damaged concrete.
Yes. PolyRenewal™ is made from an environmentally friendly material that is waterproof and won’t degrade over time. This means it won’t leach harmful chemicals into the surrounding soil.
PolyRenewal™ cures very quickly. In fact, you can drive your car over a driveway slab just 15 minutes after it’s been lifted with PolyRenewal™ .
PolyRenewal™ is cost-effective because it offers a long-lasting solution that less expensive in the long run when compared to mudjacking and slab replacement.
Why You Need Concrete Lifting
Improves Accessibility
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports over 2 million annual fall injuries due to flooring. Lifting concrete eliminates tripping hazards and makes homes safer for visitors.
Prevents Pooling Water
Concrete lifting means no more puddles around your home. Uneven or cracked concrete is caused by soil that expands and contracts due to rainwater or snowmelt absorption. The soil fluctuation exerts pressure on the concrete and creates voids beneath it, making it sink or crack. These newly created voids lead to water pooling and soil movement below the concrete.
Improves Curb Appeal
Concrete lifting can do wonders for your home’s appearance and put your mind at ease about cracks and puddles. And when it comes to selling your home, it’s a definite plus since potential buyers won’t have to worry about future repairs. At Foundation Recovery Systems, our transferable warranties ensure that the guarantee extends to buyers when you sell your home.
Common Concrete Lifting Dos & Don’ts
Do:
- Opt for PolyRenewal™ Injections
PolyRenewal™ injections are a modern, non-invasive solution to concrete cracks and unevenness. Completed in an afternoon, installers drill penny-sized holes and inject polyurethane foam to lift and level your driveway or sidewalk, making it safer for your family.
- Keep An Eye on Your Foundation
Concrete cracks can signal other issues like foundation cracks, basement leaks, and crawl space problems caused by soil issues. Our certified field inspectors inspect your entire home to locate the root cause of the problem and provide a comprehensive fix to prevent further structural issues.
- Ensure Your Yard Is Positively Graded
Yard grading is crucial for maintaining the health of your foundation and concrete. A negative yard grade, where rainwater drains towards your home, can cause pooling, soil expansion, and concrete and foundation issues. A positive grade, where water drains away from your home, can prevent these problems and preserve the health of your home.
Don’t:
- Fall for Slab Replacement
Slab replacement is a bandage solution that fails to address the root cause of the problem: lack of soil support. Without fixing soil voids, cracks will reappear in your driveway, sidewalk, or patio.
- Ignore Your Gutters
Gutters play a vital role in protecting the health and functionality of your home. Allowing water to pool around your foundation and concrete accelerates soil expansion, leading to cracks and flooding. Regular gutter cleaning ensures proper water drainage and prevents these issues.
- Waste Time on Mudjacking
Mudjacking is an outdated and invasive concrete leveling method that is invasive and adds weight to your concrete. Polyurethane injections are a better option, as they won’t require repeated procedures or add weight.
Providing Expert Concrete Lifting in Missouri, Iowa, Illinois, and Kansas
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Top Cities We Serve
Disclaimer: “Concrete leveling” means the process by which cracked, uneven concrete is stabilized, and in many cases lifted, by means of PolyRenewal™ polyurethane foam. Foundation Recovery Systems does not guarantee that PolyRenewal™ can make your concrete perfectly level.
Our Locations
3349 Southgate Ct SW,
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 220-5034
14678 E 925 North Rd, Building 5
Bloomington, IL 61705
2401 SE Creekview Dr.
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 373-8491
7280 NW 87th Terrace, Suite C-210
Kansas City, MO 64153
(816) 774-1539
211 SE State Route 150
Lee's Summit, MO 64082
(816) 774-1539
1872 State Hwy M
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 202-8662
3020 N. Martin Ave.
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 612-8286
1625 Larkin Williams rd.
Fenton, MO 63026
(314) 207-9995