When your slab starts to sink, many homeowners think full slab replacement is the only solution. But is it really the best choice?
A cracked or uneven concrete slab on your driveway, patio, or sidewalk isn’t just an eyesore — it can be a serious tripping hazard. In Medicine Hat winters, when you’re shoveling snow, those uneven surfaces are even more dangerous. When your slab starts to sink, many homeowners assume full slab replacement is the only fix.
When your slab starts to sink, many homeowners think full slab replacement is the only solution. But is it really the best choice?
Mudjacking vs. Replacement: The Big Difference
For most homeowners, it comes down to one thing: Cost.
- Mudjacking is often a fraction of the price compared to tearing out and replacing concrete — and it’s faster, too.
- Replacement can take days, with demolition, disposal, new concrete curing, and higher labour costs.
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Why Is My Concrete Slab Sinking?
Understanding the cause helps determine the right repair. Common issues include:
- Soil Erosion
Water runoff from downspouts or poor yard grading can wash away the soil under your slab. - Poor Compaction
If the base wasn’t packed properly during the initial pour, the soil may settle over time, causing the concrete to drop. - Expansive Clay Soils
Clay-heavy soils expand when wet and shrink when dry. This movement can shift slabs out of level.
In neighborhoods like Ross Glen and South Ridge, the soil type and water table make mudjacking a smart part of home maintenance — just like painting your fence or cleaning your gutters.
Is Mudjacking Right for You?
For most single slabs (like a sinking driveway, sidewalk, or garage pad), both mudjacking and replacement are possible solutions — but mudjacking is:
- Faster
- Less disruptive
- More affordable
- Environmentally friendly (no demolition waste)
We Level Concrete Across Medicine Hat and Area
At Pump It Up Concrete Jacking, we provide expert concrete lifting and leveling services across:
- Medicine Hat
- Redcliff
- Brooks
- Cypress County
Whether you’re dealing with sunken concrete steps, patios, or driveways — we’ve got the tools to lift it right the first time.
Don’t Replace It — PUMP IT UP!
That’s our motto for a reason.
Before you spend thousands on full replacement, let us show you a smarter solution.
Visit www.pumpitupjacking.ca to learn more about mudjacking in Medicine Hat and surrounding communities.
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