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Uneven Patio Creating Trip Hazards Or Water Pooling?

If your patio has started sinking, becoming uneven, creating trip hazards, or allowing water to collect near your home, the problem usually does not get better on its own. In many cases, settled concrete slowly becomes worse over time.

At HowellSlabJacking, we have been helping property owners Lift Settled Concrete since 1989. We have Specialized in SlabJacking for over 35 years, helping homeowners across Indianapolis and Central Indiana restore settled patios without the cost and mess of tearing out and replacing concrete.

Many newer companies may call it “concrete leveling,” but most of the time you do not actually want concrete perfectly level. Patios are often designed with slight pitch to move water away from your home and help with proper drainage. The goal is to lift the concrete back toward its original grade while maintaining proper water flow.

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Why Patios Sink

Patios can settle for many reasons. Most of the time the concrete itself is not failing. The issue usually starts beneath the slab.

Common causes include:

  • Soil settlement beneath the patio
  • Water erosion washing away support
  • Poor compaction during construction
  • Downspout drainage issues
  • Freeze and thaw cycles
  • Rodent activity creating voids
  • Ground movement over time

When the support underneath the patio changes, the concrete begins losing support and starts sinking.

If ignored, the problem often becomes worse over time.


Signs Your Patio May Need SlabJacking

You may notice:

  • Water pooling on the patio
  • Uneven sections between slabs
  • Trip hazards
  • Cracks becoming larger
  • Gaps beneath the concrete
  • Patio sections pulling away from the home
  • Sinking corners
  • Drainage problems around the patio

Many property owners wait until the problem becomes severe, but smaller issues are often easier and less expensive to address.

If your patio is settling, there is a good chance other concrete around your property may also be moving. We also help property owners restore drivewaysgarage floorswalkways & sidewalksstepsporchespool decks, and concrete slabs. Whether you are dealing with trip hazards, water pooling, or uneven concrete sections, our Traditional SlabJacking process helps restore settled concrete without the cost and mess of replacement.

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    Why Property Owners Choose HowellSlabJacking

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    Our Fix: Traditional Patio SlabJacking

    Traditional SlabJacking has been a tried and proven method for lifting settled concrete for decades.

    At HowellSlabJacking, experience matters. The material itself is only one part of the process. Knowing where to place the holes and how much material to pump beneath the slab is where decades of real-world experience become important.

    Step 1: Inspect & Drill

    We inspect the patio and identify areas that have lost support beneath the slab. Small access holes are drilled in strategic locations.

    Step 2: Pump Material Beneath The Slab

    Material is pumped beneath the patio under pressure to fill voids and carefully lift the slab.

    Step 3: Lift, Support & Finish

    The slab is brought back toward its proper position while maintaining drainage and matching surrounding sections as closely as possible.

    Most residential jobs can often be completed in less than a day.

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    Benefits of Patio SlabJacking

    Traditional SlabJacking helps property owners restore settled concrete without the cost, mess, and disruption of replacement.

    Benefits include:

    • Cost effective compared to replacing concrete
    • Eliminate trip hazards and uneven surfaces
    • Concrete ready for immediate use in most cases
    • Minimal disruption to your property
    • Restore proper drainage and reduce water pooling
    • Keep your existing concrete in place
    • Fast installation with less cleanup

    We have helped property owners Lift Settled Concrete for over 35 years using tried and proven SlabJacking methods.

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    Why Property Owners Choose HowellSlabJacking

    Choosing the right SlabJacker is about more than simply pumping material under concrete. Experience matters. Knowing where to place the holes, how the material should spread, and how to restore the slab while maintaining proper drainage comes from years in the field.

    Property owners choose HowellSlabJacking because:

    • Family Trade Since 1989
    • 3 Generations of SlabJackers
    • The Oldest, Most Experienced SlabJacker In Our Area
    • Specialized in Traditional SlabJacking
    • Tens of Thousands of Slabs Lifted
    • Serving Central Indiana & Central Illinois
    • Honest recommendations and real-world experience
    • We Lift Settled Concrete — not replace what can be saved

    Many companies have come and gone over the years. Some are here for a few years and disappear. We are proud to still be serving homeowners and businesses after more than three decades of Specialized SlabJacking experience.

    We are still here. Still Lifting Settled Concrete.

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    Patio SlabJacking FAQs

    Yes. Patios are normally built with slight pitch so water moves away from your home. When a patio settles, the slope can change and begin directing water toward the structure instead of away from it. Over time this can create drainage problems. You can learn more about how our SlabJacking Process helps restore proper support beneath settled concrete.

    Not necessarily. Many patios can be restored without tearing out perfectly usable concrete. Traditional SlabJacking often helps property owners avoid demolition and replacement costs while keeping their existing concrete in place. You can also read about Traditional SlabJacking vs Poly Foam Lifting to understand different lifting methods.

    Every job is different because patio size, access, settlement, and void conditions vary. Most residential SlabJacking jobs generally run between $600–$1,900, although larger jobs may be more depending on the project.

    Yes. Concrete naturally cracks over time. As Charlton often says, concrete is guaranteed to do two things: get hard and crack. In many situations cracked concrete can still be lifted if the slab itself remains structurally usable. We also commonly lift nearby steps and walkways & sidewalks that may be settling together.

    Nothing is permanent, but when erosion problems are controlled and proper support exists beneath the slab, lifted patios often remain stable for many years. Over the past 35+ years HowellSlabJacking has lifted tens of thousands of slabs that have continued performing well long after the work was completed.

    Scheduling depends on location, weather, workload, and the size of the project. Some jobs can be worked into the schedule quickly while others may take longer. You can submit an estimate request through our Contact Page to get started.

    Patios are only one of the many surfaces we work on. We also lift concrete floorsgarage floorspool decksporches, and other settled concrete around residential properties.

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    Need more information? Visit our full FAQ page for additional answers.

    We’re Local—and We Know Your Soil

    Helping fix sinking concrete across Central Illinois and Central Indiana.

    Soil conditions vary across Central Illinois and Central Indiana—and that’s a big reason why concrete settles.
    With decades of local experience, we understand how to fix these problems the right way.

    We proudly serve homeowners and businesses in:

    Illinois

    • Bloomington
    • Normal
    • Decatur
    • Champaign
    • Urbana
    • Lincoln
    • Springfield
    • Peoria
    • Pekin
    • Jacksonville

    Indiana

    • Indianapolis
    • Greenwood
    • Bloomington
    • Columbus
    • Carmel
    • Fishers
    • Noblesville
    • Plainfield
    • Avon
    • Brownsburg
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    If you’re dealing with sinking or uneven concrete in any of these areas, we’re ready to help.
    If you’re located anywhere in Central Illinois or Central Indiana, feel free to reach out—we may still service your area.

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    Serving Central Illinois & Central Indiana

    Illinois: Bloomington • Normal • Decatur • Champaign/Urbana • Lincoln • Clinton

    Indiana: Indianapolis • Greenwood • Plainfield • Avon • Brownsburg • Terre Haute

    HowellSlabJacking

    HowellSlabJacking has Specialized in Traditional SlabJacking since 1989. This is not a side service or something we recently added — it is what we have done for over 35 years. As a Family Trade spanning 3 generations of SlabJackers, we help homeowners and property owners restore settled concrete without the cost and mess of replacement.

    Whether you have a sinking driveway, uneven walkways & sidewalks, settled garage floors, or sinking porches, we use tried and proven SlabJacking methods to help restore concrete while maintaining proper support and drainage.

    THE OLDEST, MOST EXPERIENCED SLABJACKER IN OUR AREA.
    FAMILY TRADE SINCE 1989.

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