Salem Foundation Pros
Concrete Lifting in Salem, UT
Concrete lifting in Salem, UT with polyjacking and hydrophobic polyurethane foam to raise sunken slabs through dime-sized drill holes.
- 15+ Years local experience
- 500+ Projects completed
- Licensed & Insured
Serving Salem and nearby communities.
Utah's freeze-thaw cycle works on concrete slabs every winter, and after a few seasons the soil underneath settles unevenly, leaving driveways, patios, and sidewalks sunken or sloped. Salem Foundation Pros uses polyjacking, injecting hydrophobic polyurethane foam through dime-sized drill holes to raise the slab back level without the cost or mess of a full tear-out.
Polyjacking cures fast and resists moisture, which matters in a city where the ground near Salem Pond stays damp longer into the season than drier parts of the county. We measure the settlement before drilling, so the lift is controlled and even across the whole slab.
What's included
What's Included with Concrete Lifting
Typically included: surface assessment and measurement, dime-sized access hole drilling, polyurethane foam injection, elevation monitoring during lift, hole patching, final level check.
Optional: joint resealing on adjacent slab sections, surface sealant application, drainage slope adjustment during the lift.
Customer prep: clear furniture or planters off the slab, keep vehicles off the area during the work window.
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How Our Concrete Lifting Process Works
Step 1Surface Assessment
Uneven or sunken concrete areas are identified and measured.
Step 2Drilling Access Holes
Small, dime-sized holes are drilled into the concrete to allow material injection.
Step 3Material Injection
Hydrophobic polyurethane foam is injected beneath the slab to raise it evenly.
Step 4Elevation Monitoring
Lift progress is measured to reach the correct level.
Step 5Hole Patching
Access holes are filled and finished to match the surrounding surface.
Step 6Final Inspection
The lifted area is reviewed for levelness and stability.
Materials
Materials and Methods for Concrete Lifting
Polyurethane Foam
Expands beneath the slab to lift it without the added weight that drove the original settlement.
Injection Ports
Allow controlled, targeted placement of foam exactly where the slab needs support.
Patch Compound
Fills drilled access holes for a finish that blends with the surrounding concrete.
Surface Sealant
Protects the lifted slab from moisture intrusion through the patched holes.
Leveling Gauge
Measures elevation in real time so the slab rises evenly instead of tilting the other direction.
Bonding Agent
Improves adhesion between patch material and the original concrete so repairs don't pop loose.
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How long does a Concrete Lifting take?
Most slabs are lifted and usable the same day.
- 01
Consult and measurement
same day.
- 02
Drilling and injection
1–2 hoursper slab section.
- 03
Cure time before foot or light traffic
about 15 minutes.
- 04
Full cure for vehicle traffic
same daytypically within a couple hours.
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Before and After Concrete Lifting
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FAQs
Concrete Lifting FAQs
What's the difference between polyjacking and mudjacking?
Polyjacking uses lightweight polyurethane foam injected through small holes, curing in about 15 minutes with no added soil weight. The older mudjacking approach uses a heavier cement slurry that cures slower and can add load back onto already-settled soil.
Is foam concrete lifting permanent or does it need redoing?
Properly injected polyurethane foam doesn't break down the way soil does. If the same soil that caused the original settlement continues to shift, a section could need attention again, but the foam itself holds.
How much does concrete lifting cost in Salem?
Cost depends on slab size and how much foam volume is needed to achieve the lift. Most sections run a fraction of what full slab replacement would cost. We give exact numbers after measuring.
Do I need a permit for concrete lifting?
Standalone slab lifting not tied to a structural addition generally doesn't require a permit. If the slab ties into a structural foundation element, check with the city first.
Can I lift concrete myself with a DIY foam kit?
DIY kits lack the pressure control and leveling monitoring needed to lift a slab evenly. An uneven DIY lift can crack the slab further or leave it tilted a different direction.
Next step
Get a Concrete Lifting Estimate in Salem
Call (435) 296-3927 or request a free estimate, we'll measure the settlement and give you a same-day lift plan.
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