Concrete Raising & Leveling (limestone) vs. Polyurethane Foam
Benefits of Concrete Raising & Leveling (limestone)
50 year history proven success
$1,000 to raise
Natural product
Non-flammable
1″ to 1.5″ holes
Extra charges are rare! Material is much cheaper and readily available… companies can absorb costs.
Material from Michigan (Supports Michigan)
Warranty provided
“Sub Soils” no matter what material was pumped under concrete, the soil under that still can compact and erode… so why pay more to pump chemicals under your concrete?
Polyurethane Foam
10 year history…. but just recently opened to American public. Method & experience is minimal.
$1,800 to raise
Oil based product
Flammable…yes…can catch fire during process if done inaccurately.
1/2″ holes
Extra charges are common! Material is so expensive that charge extra if there are voids.
Material not local
Warranty provided
“Sub Soils” no matter what material was pumped under concrete the soil under that still can compact and erode… so why pay more to pump chemicals under your concrete?
Concrete Raising & Leveling (limestone) vs.
New Concrete
Benefits of Concrete Raising & Leveling (limestone)
$400 to $600 for raising and leveling concrete
Can be used the same or next day
A warranty is provided!
Appearance is VERY discrete
Even if you have a crack or two in the concrete, raising it and caulking the crack is far less of an eyesore versus replacing it ! Not to mention price, time, and a warranty …
New Concrete
$1,200 to replace it
2 to 4 weeks before using the area
No warranty…. Sometimes 3 to 4 months
Appearance is usually an eyesore especially when placed next to older concrete. The colors simply CANNOT match.
