Wednesday, 6 November 2013

Mudjacking Nj Rectifies The Unattractive Sight Of Sunken Concrete Pavements And Slabs

By Katrina Wheeler


There is nothing as unsightly as a broken or sunken concrete slab in a driveway or any visible area as one approaches a home. First impressions are everything and if you are looking to repair the structure mudjacking nj professionals are quite adept at leveling out the slab and restoring it to its former glory. The complete job is a breeze compared to the old times where entire slabs had to be ripped out as simply fixing the gaps was simply not possible.

This procedure is not a new one as it has been around for some time. It was mainly used by large scale construction companies to fix damaged pavements and walkways in non-domestic areas. The technology and equipment used at the time was unsuitable for use in a domestic environment. Thanks to new, updated technology and innovative designs in machinery the homeowner can safely apply the technique to fix any damages.

A sunken concrete slab is an eyesore and often homeowners have no idea how to fix the problem. The problem originated when the house was initially built. After the foundation was laid and settled the areas surrounding the house was filled with the available soil of the area. The construction workers seldom do a good job when compacting soil around these areas and when concrete is laid there it eventually ends up sinking or cracking.

The good news is that the cost to fix the problem is nowhere near the amount of replacing it. Mudjackers are experts at their jobs and know precisely what to do and use to restore the concrete slab to its original state. Every area has its own type of soil and problems and this is precisely where the expertise of the professionals lies. The type of mixture that is required could be cement, lime topsoil, grout or even a type of clay.

The procedure is fast and highly effective. They start off by drilling small holes in the sunken slab. This is done close to the cracked area. A mixture made of the recommended filling is injected into the holes under a considerable amount of high pressure.

At the moment the underlying areas are filled, the slab rises and is adjusted to be in line with the original height of the floor. To complete the job the holes are covered with cement. It is not long after the procedure the floor is open for use.

The convenience and profitability is huge when fixing concrete slabs in this manner. The only area that is affected is where the damage is and homeowners need not fear of any damage to underground pipes or their garden. Hard to get by areas pose no problem for the experts.

Mudjacking nj professionals are skilled and those that want to do-it-yourself should think twice before attempting the project. A slab that has disintegrated or broken beyond repair cannot be fixed through this procedure. It does come highly recommended for sunken slabs and can save the owner a small fortune in the end.




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