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In Jersey Village, a lot of homes sit on clay soil. That soil expands when it rains and shrinks when it dries. Over time, that movement can shift a slab. Once that starts, you may see cracks in drywall or brick, doors out of alignment, or floors starting to slope. At Leveled Concrete, we fix these problems using foam injection foundation repair. It’s a method that works well for this type of soil and structure.
These are some of the common signs we run into:
If you’re seeing two or three of these at the same time, it’s usually a good idea to get the slab checked.
It comes down to the soil. The clay here holds a lot of moisture. During dry spells, it shrinks. Then when it rains again, it swells. That cycle puts stress on the concrete. Other things make it worse too. If the yard isn’t graded right, or if there’s a leaking pipe below the slab, it accelerates the problem.
We use Polyurethane foam jacking. The process is pretty direct. Our Jersey Village foundation repair team will drill small holes through the slab and inject foam into the voids underneath. The foam expands, fills gaps, compresses loose soil, and lifts the slab. The material sets up quickly, usually within a few minutes. Most of the time, you can walk or drive on it later that same day!
If you’re in need of concrete leveling, crack sealing, or surface sealing services in Houston or the surrounding areas, give our team a call at 832-304-6293!
If your house has sloped floors or cracking sheetrock, we’ll check the slab and see what’s going on underneath. Foam works well for most residential issues. It doesn’t tear up your flooring or your yard.
Warehouses, shops, and other commercial spaces can also shift. Foam works here too. It keeps the repair area small and avoids downtime when possible. Learn more about our commercial concrete leveling.
Here’s a bit of advice we give a lot: If you catch movement early, the fix is easier and usually less expensive. Once you see the signs, it’s better not to wait.
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