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Slab jacking and polyurethane injection molding are generally used in home foundation repair projects. Slab lifting raises the concrete foundation by filling in voids in the earth’s surface and helps prevent the unfolding disaster. Slab jacking is a method that uses heavy excavating equipment or bulldozers to slowly dig out the ground to expose the foundation. The “jacks” or cylinders are set vertically, then the “slabs” (which are shaped like large logs or rectangular blocks) are pushed or lifted onto the lifted cylinders. This type of excavation raises the foundation by more than four feet, which is more than enough to support the weight of several cars. Furthermore, it can be used to repair cracked foundation walls. More about foundation repair methods.
James explains our deep injection lift process utilizing injected polyurethane to lift structures and stabilize soils. Concrete Repairman LLC proudly services customers in San Diego County, Orange County, Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Imperial County, San Bernardino County, Ventura County, and all of Central Phoenix Arizona. If you think your home may be suffering from foundation settlement.
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Polyurethane Injection molding is used in the same application as slab jacking. It also can be used in the same concrete filling cracks, because both methods can cause water to flow under the foundation. This causes structural problems because the water flow can expand the size of the cracks. Additionally, both concrete filling cracks and polyurethane injection molding can cause hydrostatic pressure.
For this reason, many interior waterproofing contractors now use polyurethane injection and polyurethane infill to repair leaky basement cracks. These products offer numerous advantages over the other traditional methods of repair. For starters, they are more effective, because they are designed for much longer periods of time (so there is no need to replace the previous seal every year). Also, they are safer, because they don’t allow water entry.
Another advantage is mudjacking. Mudjacking is very similar to the Polyurethane Injection molding products used to repair foundation wall cracking. However, they can also be used to repair leaking basement cracks and foundation damage. Therefore, it is extremely important that you hire professional contractors with experience and skill to perform this type of work, or else you risk flooding and structural damage. More about foundation repair Phoenix.
Polyurethane Injection molding is a very quick and easy process, compared to many other types of concrete repairs. In fact, it is even faster than slumping or sinking foundation wall repairs. Before this method of repair was developed, contractors often needed to wait weeks, if not longer, to begin the repair process after water flow had caused cracks in the foundation. With polyurethane injection, the contractor can begin to work immediately to repair any problem areas. Plus, the speed of the repair process allows for more flexibility in schedule – it is possible to squeeze more work into a single day. Furthermore, once the job is complete, the contractor can reuse the polymer injection material to perform additional repairs, as needed. More about stem wall repair Phoenix AZ.
Many homeowners are reluctant to use polyurethane foam injection because they are unfamiliar with the process. Fortunately, they needn’t be. With a few simple classes, homeowners can learn how to perform polyurethane injection on foundation walls and floor voids quickly and easily. In addition, by learning how to void concrete and mudpacks, homeowners can prevent future problems and increase their home’s value!
Unfortunately, some companies have exploited this technology. As a result, many companies have resorted to labeling their polyurethane injection products as “flexible concrete coating” or “mud filled concrete”. This is a misleading move, because polyurethane gel products will not expand no matter what the weather conditions. Instead, if there is even the slightest temperature pattern, the gel will expand uniformly regardless of the surrounding temperature. This can create a serious problem, especially when the concrete in a basement is left exposed to excessive heat.
For these reasons, it is important to purchase a sealer that will specifically state that it is designed for use in applications where polyurethane injection is necessary. By doing so, homeowners can rest assured that their concrete repair and remodeling projects will be completed using a durable and environmentally friendly product. Also, it is important to ensure that the concrete repair and remodeling company use high-grade, polyurethane foam injection systems. By doing so, homeowners will avoid unnecessary concerns and worries regarding the long-term effects of polyurethane foam injection. More about foundation inspections Phoenix.
We are very pleased with James and his guys. We had three companies come out to look at our foundation problem. James explained exactly what was happening and how to fix it. He was the only person who wanted to actually stop the problem from getting worse and fix it properly. The others companies wanted to do a band aid. This was a case of, you get what you pay for. We wanted it done right and not have to revisit the problem in a couple years and waste money. The guys who did the job were awesome. Hard working and we’re done a day early. Polite and informative. Thanks for giving us confidence.
James saved me close to $8k, identified the root cause of the problem, and we were able to save a large tree.
One of my rental units had buckling of tiles. For the past few months, we’ve had professionals come out and even an insurance agent. Each foundation expert gave us a different advice and we were left confused. From injecting polyurethane around the house to injection slurry at the affected site. Each recommendation costed between $4-$8k. I met with James, very professional. He took a look at the property and within 5 minutes diagnosed the problem and it wasn’t even foundation related! When he told me if was humidity and vapors causing the buckling of the tiles, I kinda thought…this guy believes in voodoo magic. Well, we broke out one the tiles to look underneath and low and behold, the foundation was flat underneath and that the tiles really did pull up. So the fix? Pull out the tiles, re-grout, and set them back in place with grout that allows for expansion such as siliconized grout. Isn’t that crazy?? I also speculated that a large exterior tree may have been the culprit of the ground moving. We went outside looked around and he basically said the tree is fine and does not need to be removed. I gave James a great big hug for really helping us with this situation.
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Lesson learned: For something as big as a foundation issue, make sure to get several opinions.
James was outstanding! He spent time educating me on the needed repairs and going over what it was going to take to fix my foundation problem. He is very professional and interested in actually helping his clients. He has videos to support his over 30 years of experience and knows how to do the job right. Thanks for your services!!
I highly recommend James and his crew for any concrete job!!! He and his workers are highly skilled, extremely thorough, knowledgeable and polite. I had a stem wall repair job that I’d been putting off for far too long. I sought other bids but James’ was more detailed (by far), priced competitively and provided by James himself—He gave me a complete rundown of the process and the products he would use as well as the time frame and the warranty he would provide. I accepted his bid on the spot and scheduled the work for the following week. The job was completed in the time frame discussed and the results were far beyond my expectations. The house, courtyard, landscaping, sidewalk, yard and street were left cleaner than they found it. They even polished my stained concrete courtyard which was in no way a part of the job!!!! They went above and beyond and I am so grateful for that. Call James if you want the best team for your job!!!
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