Reduce liability risks.
Have you noticed significant signs of wear and tear on your commercial sidewalks or walkways? Are cracks and uneven surfaces diminishing the appeal of your property and posing tripping hazards? If so, it's crucial to address these issues promptly by lifting and levelling them.
As a commercial property owner, maintaining safe sidewalks and walkways is paramount. Sinking and settling detract from curb appeal and present risks to customers and employees. Prompt action is necessary to ensure safe access to your business premises and mitigate liability concerns. Addressing sunken and settled sidewalks also safeguards your property from water infiltration, preventing potential problems such as mould growth, structural damage, and flooding.
Polyurethane concrete lifting is a superior solution for rectifying sunken and settled commercial sidewalks. This innovative and cost-effective method utilizes durable, environmentally friendly polyurethane foam to fill voids beneath concrete slabs, restoring them to their original level. Our concrete lifting process is swift and efficient, completing the job in just a few hours and minimizing disruptions to your business operations.
Moreover, our polyurethane foam is environmentally friendly, contains no harmful chemicals, and incorporates recycled materials. Unlike traditional methods like mudjacking, polyurethane concrete lifting offers superior strength and resistance to the elements and water, effectively addressing the root causes of settlement.
For a swift and efficient solution to lift sunken and settled commercial sidewalks or walkways on your property, trust Levicon Concrete Solutions. Contact us today to ensure the safety and aesthetics of your property are restored promptly.
What causes commercial sidewalk to settle?
Commercial sidewalks and walkways are susceptible to sinking and settling, much like other concrete slabs. Factors such as poor soil compaction, erosion, and the freeze/thaw cycle can all contribute to the deterioration of sidewalks.
Inadequate soil compaction during installation ranks among the leading causes of sinking walkways and sidewalks. Proper compaction is essential to prevent voids from forming beneath concrete slabs. When soil isn't compacted correctly during installation, it fails to provide adequate support for the concrete slab. Consequently, the slab sinks, settles, and develops cracks, posing tripping hazards.
Erosion further exacerbates the settling of commercial sidewalks and walkways. Inadequate drainage surrounding the slab leads to erosion, which can result from heavy rain or snowmelt. Insufficient drainage allows water to wash away the soil beneath the concrete slab, contributing to sinking and settling.
The freeze/thaw cycle also plays a significant role in concrete settlement. Fluctuating temperatures cause water in the soil to expand during freezing conditions, exerting pressure on the sidewalk or walkway slab. When temperatures rise, the melted water creates voids beneath the slab as the ground contracts. This uneven settling can lead to instability or even collapse of commercial sidewalks and walkways.
If you're grappling with sinking and settling commercial sidewalks or walkways, rely on Levicon Concrete Solutions to lift and level them swiftly and efficiently. Contact us today for prompt restoration of your property's safety and aesthetics.