If you’ve noticed your sidewalk, driveway, or patio sinking or looking uneven, you’re not alone. Shifting soil, drainage issues, and time all take a toll on concrete. That’s where mudjacking comes in.
Also known as slab jacking, mudjacking is a proven method used to lift sunken concrete back to where it belongs. Without tearing everything out and starting from scratch.
Mudjacking can be a fast, affordable way to fix uneven slabs and prevent bigger foundation issues from developing.
How Mudjacking Works (Without All the Technical Jargon)
Mudjacking involves drilling small holes into a sunken concrete slab and then pumping in a thick mixture of cement, water, soil, and sand underneath the slab. That slurry fills the empty space below the concrete, lifts it up, and levels it out.
Once the slab is back in place, the holes are patched and the surface is ready for use again. It can usually take a day to cure.
This process helps:
- Eliminate trip hazards
- Prevent water pooling near your foundation
- Restore curb appeal
- Extend the life of your concrete
Where Is Mudjacking Used?
You’ll typically see mudjacking used in places where heavy concrete has settled over time. Common problem areas include:
- Driveways
- Sidewalks
- Patios
- Garage floors
- Pool decks
- Steps or entryways
But it’s not just about looks. Uneven concrete can lead to water drainage issues that affect your home’s foundation. If you live in Fort Worth, clay soil expands and contracts constantly with changes in moisture.
What’s the Difference between Mudjacking vs. Foundation Repair?
It’s important to understand that mudjacking is great for surface-level concrete, but it’s not a fix for deep structural foundation issues. If your actual home foundation is sinking, cracking, or separating, you may need a more extensive solution like piers or underpinning.
That said, mudjacking can be part of an overall foundation repair plan. This can work when the sinking concrete is putting stress on your home’s perimeter or affecting water flow around your slab.
At Maestro’s Foundation Repair, we always start with a free inspection to figure out what’s really going on and recommend the right solution. If it’s drainage improvement or full foundation repair.
When to Consider Mudjacking
If you’re seeing any of the following around your home, it might be time to give us a call:
- A corner of your driveway is noticeably lower than the rest
- Sidewalk slabs have shifted or tilted
- Rainwater pools near the foundation instead of draining away
- You’ve tripped more than once on the same uneven step
- The patio has started to slope toward the house instead of away
These might seem like small issues, but in Fort Worth’s soil conditions, they can be the early signs of bigger foundation concerns.
Let Maestro’s Foundation Repair Help Level Things Out
If you are deciding if mudjacking might be the right fit for your home or if you’re not sure and want a professional opinion. Maestro’s Foundation repair is here to help. We’re a locally owned foundation repair company serving Fort Worth, and we know exactly how this soil behaves.
We’ll take a look at the problem, explain your options in plain language, and give you an honest recommendation. There is no pressure, just expert help.
Schedule Your Free Concrete and Foundation Inspection
Don’t ignore uneven concrete or wait until it becomes a hazard. Whether it’s a simple mudjacking job or something deeper, Maestro’s Foundation Repair has the tools, experience, and local knowledge to get it done right.