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Frequently Asked Questions      

What is mudjacking?
Mudjacking is a process used to raise concrete by drilling holes through the top surface of the concrete slab and pumping, under hydraulic pressure,a flowable cement grout underneath.

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What can be mudjacked?
Basically any concrete flat work can be lifted.  We raise sidewalks, stoops, driveways, pool decks, garage floors, patios, factory floors, office floors, streets and runways.  

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What is void filling?
Void filling is performed by filling, by use of a long nozzle, voids left under a slab by means or erosion, settlement, or animals.

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How do I get an estimate?
You can request an estimate by calling our office, email or filling out the information on our Contact page.  

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Is there a charge for an estimate?
No.  We provide free estimates.

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Do I need to be home?
It is only necessary to be present if the area in question is an interior, locked structure, or locked yard.  

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Is there a warranty?
The warranty is printed on the back side of the estimating proposal.  If the concrete slab sinks more than 1/2 inch within two years of performing the work, we will come out and rework the settled slabs.  Refer to your estimated proposal.

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How do I acccept a proposal?
Just call our office and we will get you scheduled.  

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Do I need to be present when the work is done?
Generally not, as long as the work being done is outside.  If work is being done on an interior, garage floor, or in a locked yard, then an adult over the age of 18 will be required to be present.
PLEASE NOTE: In order to clean the surface when we are done we need access to an exterior water spigot.

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Do I need to send a deposit?
No. Payment is not required until after the work is completed.  

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When can the mudjacking be done?
Mudjacking is dependent on the weather.  Therefore, in our climate, we generally work forom Mid-March through Mid-December.

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How long does the work take to be done?
That depends on the size of the job.  Most residential work can be completed on the day scheduled.  Timing and finishing is always dependent upon the weather.  

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How big are the holes?
The holes that are drilled are approximately 1 1/2 inch in diameter.

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What do you do with the holes when you are done?
The holes are patched with a concrete patch.  

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Will I notice the holes?
The drill holes are noticeable because we are putting fresh concrete patch on aged concrete.  In time, the holes will begin to blend with the existing concrete.

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What type of material is used?
We use a sand, clay and cement mixture.  

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Will this process work on my asphalt/blacktop driveway?
No.  Asphalt is a bituminous product and will crack and crumble if we try to raise it.  

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What will happen to the edxisting cracks in my slab?
Unfortunately, the cracks will still exist.  In addition, we do not fill or patch concrete cracks.  That is the owner's responsibility.

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How long will the area that is raised be out of service?
Most areas can be used right after we finish.  However, driveway and garages must be unused for 24 - 48 hours.  

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