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.
Award-Winning Service
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Josh Sims came to our home to exam our driveway sinking at the garage door. He was very professional, very friendly, and very through! He…
Josh Sims came to our home to exam our driveway sinking at the garage door. He was very professional, very friendly, and very through! He explained every detail on how his company could fix our problems. We agreed on his solutions and signed an agreement when he was finished explaining it all. We anticipate that this will go smoothly and we trust Groundwork’s too!
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Zach C did an amazing job! Great communication and very knowledgeable
Zach C did an amazing job! Great communication and very knowledgeable
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Kevin Estes came to thoroughly inspect our house and came up with a service plan to address a couple areas of concern. I feel so much…
Kevin Estes came to thoroughly inspect our house and came up with a service plan to address a couple areas of concern. I feel so much better knowing we will be preventing future foundation shifts. I learnt a lot and he showed us the existing issues and what caused them, patiently answered all our questions, and he was very professional and courteous. I am so glad we had them come out for a free quote and are moving forward with the recommendations using a payment plan!
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Camryn H, Joshua F, and Tanner from the Moberly office did a great job at our home. They had to deal with radiant heat in the floor and…
Camryn H, Joshua F, and Tanner from the Moberly office did a great job at our home. They had to deal with radiant heat in the floor and worked with a person from our heating and cooling guys to pinpoint where they could drill. Our lot is on a hill and they worked hard to not disrupt the area where they had to dig along the outside of the foundation. It wasn?t cheap to use FRS but the work was was worth it. Thanks Camryn, Tanner, and Joshua!
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Michael P. came to do our inspection and was fantastic!! Very professional and was able to pinpoint the issues very quickly. Overall great…
Michael P. came to do our inspection and was fantastic!! Very professional and was able to pinpoint the issues very quickly. Overall great experience with Foundation Recovery.
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Tyler, Marland and Martin were amazing! They called every morning to give me their time of arrival. They were friendly, helpful and…
Tyler, Marland and Martin were amazing! They called every morning to give me their time of arrival. They were friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. They worked hard and finished earlier than predicted. The work is excellent! I would highly recommend this company and this team of guys.
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Gary Duvall, Justin Geigling, Luke Fowler, and Kyle M. They were all great. Great communication very neat and very experienced.
Gary Duvall, Justin Geigling, Luke Fowler, and Kyle M. They were all great. Great communication very neat and very experienced.
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Everyone was great. Johnathan and Becky answered all of our questions and concerns. The crew, Jordan, Chris, and the other Chris, kept us…
Everyone was great. Johnathan and Becky answered all of our questions and concerns. The crew, Jordan, Chris, and the other Chris, kept us well informed and explained the process as they worked. We are very pleased with the outcome on our foundation. Thanks.
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Eli shared his foundation knowledge with us and gave us the confidence to move forward with the project. We are thrilled to have the…
Eli shared his foundation knowledge with us and gave us the confidence to move forward with the project. We are thrilled to have the experience, the 5 year warranty, and qualified company, with owner employees. Great business model for the consumer, like us. Thank you, Eli.
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I had an awesome relationship with Foundation Recovery in the repair/waterproofing/stabilizing of my basement/home!! From the beginning,…
I had an awesome relationship with Foundation Recovery in the repair/waterproofing/stabilizing of my basement/home!! From the beginning, Doug Y with the home inspection & suggested work to be done to Becky & Neeley for scheduling everything to the actual work done by Cory B, Dakota R, Gaige L & Daryn H they were professional, personable, patient, effective & efficient in all they did for me!! I had at least a million questions for them throughout the entire process & they always acted as if they had all the time in the world & answered them all for me! They finished ahead of schedule & did a super job of cleaning up afterwards. I have to mention that not once with all of the demolition work to my old moldy walls, ground work & such did I ever hear a “discouraging word”. Their language was always respectful & clean!! Not something you get these days!!! I’m very proud to highly recommend Foundation Recovery for any & all of your concrete, home or basement needs!!
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Eric S. was extremely helpful and professional when he came to evaluate my basement water problem. He was knowledgeable and dedicated to…
Eric S. was extremely helpful and professional when he came to evaluate my basement water problem. He was knowledgeable and dedicated to identifying the unusual issue, and he was straightforward about the best approach to fix it.
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So impressed with this team of young men from sales to installation. Professional, hard working, completely prepared to finish our sump…
So impressed with this team of young men from sales to installation. Professional, hard working, completely prepared to finish our sump pump install! Thank you Travis Clark, Brian Eskrige and Jeremy Raby.
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Amazing experience with Josh! Highly recommend!
Amazing experience with Josh! Highly recommend!
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KD and Denzell did a quick and great job. Work was amazing.
KD and Denzell did a quick and great job. Work was amazing.
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This was my first foundation issue and I didn’t know what to expect when I inquired on the website. Gregg came to my home within just a few …
This was my first foundation issue and I didn’t know what to expect when I inquired on the website. Gregg came to my home within just a few days of my inquiry to view the issues. He was prompt and professional and brought the right tools to see what we were dealing with and to propose a proper solution. We talked through plan A and what plan B might look like. He sent a quote over for plan A within 24 hours that I felt was very reasonable. After sitting on the quote for a couple months Heather reached out via text to see if I was still interested in having the work done. I was glad she did and worked with her via text to get this project scheduled and funded. The date we set was several months away, but Heather reached out again one week prior to the appointment we had made to confirm. The morning of the appointment Wayne called to let me know he was on the way with his crew. They arrived on time and got to work finishing up faster than I expected. Within 2 hours they had lifted my slab back to level and cleaned up after themselves. My door opens and closes again. The wall cracks shrunk down to almost nothing and the ground around the problem area lifted up which should help with drainage. Overall I am very pleased to see this done and done so easily. I didn’t need to worry as much as I did. The communication and professionalism of this team was top notch!
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Emerson Hagedon was an absolute delight to work with; friendly, professional, prompt, understanding, and helpful (just to name a few…
Emerson Hagedon was an absolute delight to work with; friendly, professional, prompt, understanding, and helpful (just to name a few qualities!) I look forward to working with Foundation Recovery Systems again soon!
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When I reached out due to my basement leaking water everywhere, I was assigned Jason Sheppard as my representative to do my free estimate….
When I reached out due to my basement leaking water everywhere, I was assigned Jason Sheppard as my representative to do my free estimate. He was thorough and made sure that he didn't miss anything. I liked the way he explained everything to me to make sure that I understood what the company would be doing when I received my appointment for installation. Now, I'm so ready for installation. I do recommend him for a person who knows how to reach the customers with knowledge and understanding.
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We do a lot of home renovations and our new friend Travis Drake has been very helpful and has addressed a lot of issues we have found in…
We do a lot of home renovations and our new friend Travis Drake has been very helpful and has addressed a lot of issues we have found in our homes. We have a lot of happy customers and his expertise has been a big factor.
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We just had one of the easiest projects I have ever had to do. With Jimmy and Justin were awesome to work with and very knowledgeable. They …
We just had one of the easiest projects I have ever had to do. With Jimmy and Justin were awesome to work with and very knowledgeable. They were both very considerate. Highly recommend them.
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Cody was phenomenal in helping us diagnose our home. He answered all questions thoroughly and set us at ease with potential foundation…
Cody was phenomenal in helping us diagnose our home. He answered all questions thoroughly and set us at ease with potential foundation issues. Highly recommended!
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.
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Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Ankeny, IA 50021
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Kansas City, MO 64153
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Lee's Summit, MO 64082
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Moberly, MO 65270
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Springfield, MO 65803
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Fenton, MO 63026
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