This is my guide to concrete. Concrete may not seem like a very sexy subject to write about but I hope that by the time you reach the end of this blog, you will have been inspired to use concrete to improve your home. Concrete isn't just for driveways and walls. You can use concrete in a lot of pretty creative ways around your home. I discovered this when I hired a team of concrete contractors. They were really great guys and while they were completing work around my home they taught me lots of cool things about working with concrete. I hope you enjoy this blog!
If you had chosen concrete slabs for the exterior of your commercial premises, it is probably due to the durability and impact resistance that these materials provide. But just like all other flooring supplies, concrete slabs are bound to acquire damage, and in this case, it typically manifests as settling or breakage. Settlement of your concrete slabs does not merely make them look unattractive, but they can also pose the risk of injury on your property. The good news is that these damages can be remedied via mudjacking. If you have never heard of this word before, read on for what mudjacking is and why your commercial property will need this service from a commercial concreter.
What does mudjacking entail?
Mudjacking, also referred to as slabjacking, is a process that involves raising concrete slabs that have settled and is a great alternative to replacing the sabs altogether. Your commercial concreter will start by drilling holes into the slabs that have sunk into the ground. Polyurethane foam is then infused into the drilled holes and then left to dry. Once the polyurethane sets, it creates a layer that lifts the slabs back into their original position. The great thing about the cured polyurethane is that it will not lose its density over time, so your concrete slab should stay in place after this procedure is performed.
Do you need mudjacking?
Although the concrete slabs are in a raised position the first time they are installed, changes to the earth beneath them is what leads to their settlement. When the ground becomes dehydrated, it subsequently shrinks. This shrinkage creates space for the concrete slabs to descend into. If the settlement is left unabated, it can pose the risk of the concrete slabs cracking or even collapsing altogether. Mudjacking is a viable solution for both the settled and the broken concrete slabs.
Can mudjacking solve all settlement issues?
Although mudjacking is the go-to remedy for settled concrete slabs, it may not be viable if the slabs are installed over gravel. In these instances, a complete replacement will be the best route. However, your commercial concreter will investigate the damaged concrete slabs as well as their location and then determine if mudjacking will be best.
What are the benefits of mudjacking?
As mentioned above, mudjacking is advantageous since it eliminates the need for expensive replacement of the concrete slabs. In addition to this, this measure benefits you by reducing the risk of injuries on your property due to slip and fall accidents on the damaged concrete slabs. Lastly, when you elect to employ mudjacking for the concrete slabs, it prevents water from pooling over the concrete, which in turn minuses the threat of further damage to these structures.
Share23 August 2019
