Crystal Lake Sidewalk Leveling
A sidewalk panel doesn’t have to sink far before a cosmetic issue turns into a liability one. In Crystal Lake, IL, we’ve got mature parkway trees along the older streets near the lake, and newer subdivisions further out, and both are common reasons we get called out to lift a walkway before someone catches a toe on it.
We lift and level the sidewalk panels you already have instead of replacing the whole run of concrete.
We lift and level the sidewalk panels you already have instead of replacing the whole run of concrete.
Why sidewalk panels settle in Crystal Lake
Parkway trees planted decades ago near the lake have root systems wide enough to push individual sidewalk panels up or sideways, while newer subdivisions tend to settle for more ordinary reasons: clay soil movement and water draining toward the walk instead of away from it.
Foam injection or mudjacking
Foam is usually the right call for a sidewalk since panels are thinner and lighter than a driveway or patio slab. For a longer stretch of walk that’s settled unevenly across several panels, mudjacking’s pumped slurry can be the more economical option. We’ll look at your specific walkway before recommending either.
How we lift a sidewalk panel
Signs your sidewalk panel has settled
• A raised or sunken edge where two panels meet
• A panel that rocks or wobbles underfoot
• Standing water on the walkway after rain
• A visible gap between the sidewalk and the curb or driveway apron
• Roots visibly pushing up from underneath a panel
A quarter-inch offset might not seem like much, but it’s usually enough to catch a shoe, a bike tire, or a walker.
• A panel that rocks or wobbles underfoot
• Standing water on the walkway after rain
• A visible gap between the sidewalk and the curb or driveway apron
• Roots visibly pushing up from underneath a panel
A quarter-inch offset might not seem like much, but it’s usually enough to catch a shoe, a bike tire, or a walker.
Call today for a FREE Estimate!
If a panel on your walkway has become a tripping hazard, we’ll come take a look. The assessment is free and there’s no obligation attached to it.
We also lift and level sidewalks throughout the surrounding area, including McHenry and Algonquin.
Call us at (815) 264-2200 or request a free estimate online. Acme Concrete Raising & Repair · 824 S Main Street, Ste 105, Crystal Lake, IL 60014.
We also lift and level sidewalks throughout the surrounding area, including McHenry and Algonquin.
Call us at (815) 264-2200 or request a free estimate online. Acme Concrete Raising & Repair · 824 S Main Street, Ste 105, Crystal Lake, IL 60014.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will lifting damage the tree roots causing the problem?
No. Our injection holes are small and placed to lift the slab, not to cut or disturb the root system. If a root is actively pushing a panel, we’ll point that out as something to keep an eye on.
Can you fix just one panel, or does the whole sidewalk need work?
Just the settled panel in most cases. We lift the section that’s out of level and leave the rest of the walk alone.
Is a sunken sidewalk panel actually a liability issue for homeowners?
It can be, depending on your municipality’s rules about the sidewalk in front of your property. We can’t advise on local ordinances, but a lifted, level panel removes the tripping hazard either way.
No. Our injection holes are small and placed to lift the slab, not to cut or disturb the root system. If a root is actively pushing a panel, we’ll point that out as something to keep an eye on.
How long before the sidewalk is safe to walk on again?
Typically the same day. The foam is strong enough to bear weight within about fifteen minutes of curing.