Sinking concrete, settling concrete and slumping concrete. All terms used to try and explain what is happening when concrete is settling in soil. Because concrete is so heavy it is prone to settling if site preparation was ignored. What is quality site preparation? Compaction, soil barrier, drainage. Simply put when soil is not compacted adequately...
Target cityJuly 3, 2016by Jerald Sargent0
Settled concrete in Spokane, Yakima, Tri-cities and Wenatchee
Slabjack Geotechnical is the most experienced Slabjack contractor using the latest process, polymer injection. Sometimes referred to as mudjacking, pressure grouting and polylevel, Slabjacking is the name used to define the process of raising concrete that has settled. 1-855-752-2522 covers the entire area of central and eastern Washington as well as northern Idaho for...
In Spokane you have a couple different options to have your concrete raised, you can have your concrete mudjacked or you can have your concrete raised with polyurethane. What’s the difference? Just like the name implies mudjacking uses soil mixed with water and often a little bit of Portland cement or fly ash. This mixture...
Industrial and Municipal.July 3, 2016by Jerald Sargent0
Bridge approach raising by Slabjack Geotechnical
On of the problems with municipal roadways and bridges is the settling of the concrete approach just prior to the bridge. The bridge itself is something that rarely settles due to the fact that the base typically goes to bedrock the approach however is normally just laid on compacted gravel and like any slab is...
If you are dealing with settled concrete in Richland, Kennewick, Pasco or any of the surrounding areas Slabjack Geotechnical is the best choice for concrete raising and leveling in the Tri-Cities area. Founded in 2011, 1-855-752-2522 utilizes the advanced method of polyurethane injection Slabjacking. We raise settled driveways, basement floors, porches, patios, sidewalks, garage floors...
It’s unsightly, it’s dangerous, it’s a potential liability but it’s easy to fix. Concrete settlement is a very common problem affecting not only residential neighborhoods but municipalities commercial enterprises and industrial facilities. What causes concrete to settle? 1. Failure to prepare the site. If soil was disturbed during construction was it re-compacted? Was there a...
Target cityJune 18, 2016by Jerald Sargent0
Settled concrete repair in Spokane by Slabjack Geotechnical
With all the hills, valleys, annual rainfall, relatively high water table and the forest, Spokane is fairly prone to concrete settlement. When homes are constructed on hills or slopes a fairly deep excavation for the foundation of the home is necessary, as a result fill dirt is used on the uphill side of the home or...
Slabjack Geotechnical is an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating and we are members of Building North Central Washington HBA group dedicated to integrity in the construction industry. We are fully licensed bonded and insured. We are members of the MRSC roster and as such have done work for municipalities,...
Indeed it can and often does. But first let’s define what concrete slab curl is. Concrete slab curl is the bowing of concrete as it cures unevenly. When concrete is poured on soil the tendency is for the bottom of the slab to stay wet and the top to quickly dry this uneven drying results...
Erosion of soil is a very common problem. Whether it be ground water movement, drainage, rodents or sprinklers, when soil is carried away settling concrete is sure to follow. So what should you do if you notice erosion around or under your concrete slabs? Many people will attempt to fill these voids with dirt, sand...
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