Raising and Leveling Sidewalks Videos

Raising and Leveling Uneven Sidewalks

Sunken, settled sidewalks can cause a variety of problems, including flooded sidewalks during a rainstorm to excessive step heights and tripping hazards that are regularly identified in annual property inspections when you are trying to sell your home or commercial property in the greater Chicago area.

Don’t stress about this – Thankfully, Acme Concrete Raising & Repair can help! Our budget-friendly polyurethane foam concrete raising process quickly lifts and levels uneven sidewalks and walkways, making them look just like new again.

Visit our image gallery to see how we have repaired all types of sunken sidewalks, or watch the video below of Acme Concrete quickly and efficiently lifting sunken sideways.

For a free estimate, contact us or call us today at 815-264-2200.

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🚀 *See a Sunken Sidewalk Fixed with Polyurethane!*
Watch as we transform a hazardous, uneven sidewalk, bringing it back to a safe and level surface with our advanced polyurethane concrete raising process.

🎬 *What You'll See:*
In this video, you'll see our skilled technicians at work, quickly assessing and expertly addressing common sidewalk problems like uneven surfaces, drainage issues, and hazardous height differences that cause trip hazards. We'll demonstrate how we precisely inject our material to bring these sunken sections back to their proper height, showcasing the clean and efficient nature of our process.

🏆 *The Specialist Difference:*
Concrete work is high stakes. That’s why we only do one thing: polyurethane concrete raising and stabilization. With our Smart Lift System®, you get precision and reliability. Don’t risk major repairs by hiring a multi-service company—trust the specialist.

⏱️ *How It Works:*
Our concrete leveling process is straightforward and efficient. We drill small, dime-sized injection holes into the sunken concrete slab. Then, we inject high-density polyurethane foam beneath the surface. As the foam expands, it gently lifts and levels the concrete, filling any voids and providing a stable, long-lasting foundation. The material cures quickly, often allowing for immediate use of the repaired area.

🚧 *Common Problems We Solve:*
- Sunken or settled garage floors  
- Trip hazards on sidewalks, driveways, stoops, and steps  
- Settled houses on slabs or slab-on-grade homes  
- Sinking or cracked patios and pool decks  
- Water pooling and drainage issues  
- Voids beneath foundations or concrete flatwork  
- Unstable soil conditions beneath structures  
- Failing seawalls and soil washout zones  
- Sinking sheds or outdoor buildings  
- Sunken interior floors in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings  

💬 *Questions? Comments?*  
Have a question about concrete raising or stabilization? Leave a comment—we're happy to help!

📍 *Serving the Greater Chicago Suburbs*  
_Based in Crystal Lake, IL, we proudly serve McHenry, Lake, Kane, DuPage, Cook, and surrounding counties. Whether you need concrete leveling or ground stabilization, Acme delivers safe, permanent solutions with minimal disruption._

🌐 Website: https://www.acmeconcreteinc.com  
📞 Phone: (815) 264-2200  
📧 Email: Service@AcmeConcreteInc.com  
🏢 Office: 824 S Main Street, Ste. 105, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

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Never SETTLE for less—demand the Smart Lift System®.
Smart Lift System® is a registered trademark of Acme Concrete Inc.

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Sunken sidewalks are more than just an eyesore—they can pose serious safety hazards and decrease your property's curb appeal and value. At Acme Concrete Raising & Repair, we specialize in restoring sunken sidewalks using advanced concrete raising techniques that provide a smooth, attractive, and long-lasting solution.

In this video, we demonstrate our Smart Lift System®, a modern upgrade from traditional mudjacking. You'll see firsthand how our skilled technicians quickly assess and address common sidewalk problems, such as uneven surfaces, drainage issues, and hazardous height differences.

Choosing a specialist ensures your sidewalk repairs are durable, effective, and aesthetically pleasing. Our certified technicians use state-of-the-art equipment and premium materials to deliver precise, lasting results—saving you from the expense and inconvenience of complete concrete replacement.

For expert sidewalk repair that protects your investment and enhances curb appeal, trust Acme Concrete Raising & Repair. Don't forget to subscribe for more tips, advice, and concrete-raising project videos!

Acme Concrete Raising & Repair Inc. is Chicagoland's Original Polyurethane Specialist and exclusive provider of the Smart Lift System®.

Never "SETTLE" for multi-service (non-specialist) companies, or generic polylift systems; always demand the very best—demand the Smart Lift System®!

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WE LIFT LEVEL AND STABILIZE SUNKEN SIDEWALKS

March 10, 2025 12:34 pm

🚀 *See a Failed Concrete Raising Project Repaired!*
Have you had concrete raising work done by another company that didn't last, or perhaps even made things worse? In this video, you'll see a real-world example of how Acme Concrete Raising & Repair can expertly repair a previously failed poly-lift project, restoring your concrete to a safe and stable condition.

🎬 *What You'll See:*
Watch as we diagnose and effectively rectify a concrete area that was previously lifted by another company, but unfortunately failed due to improper techniques or materials. We'll show you how Acme rectifies these issues, providing a truly lasting solution.

🏆 *The Specialist Difference:*
We often get calls to fix "polylift" concrete raising projects done by another company, but ultimately failed. This unfortunately happens more often than you’d think, because many assume that as long as a contractor uses _any_ polyurethane, the job will be successful and last. This couldn't be further from the truth. The problem often stems from contractors cutting costs by using low-density foams that compress over time, or failing to inject enough material in sufficient locations, leading to voids and premature settling. At Acme Concrete Raising & Repair, we focus exclusively on polyurethane concrete raising and stabilization, and we know that the type of polyurethane used and how it’s installed is absolutely critical. We use only high-quality polyurethane and follow strict installation procedures utilizing our unique Smart Lift System®, ensuring long-lasting, reliable results. Concrete is a major investment, and trusting anyone less than a true specialist puts that investment at risk. If a less experienced provider makes a mistake, it could mean thousands in repairs or even full replacement. For something this important, it’s simply not worth the risk—always trust a specialist who understands the nuances of proper material selection and precise injection techniques.

⏱️ *How It Works:*
Our process for rectifying previously failed polylift concrete raising projects is thorough. First, we assess the existing conditions and drill small, dime-sized holes in strategic locations to address the underlying issues. Then, we meticulously inject a specialized, expanding polyurethane foam beneath the compromised slab. This foam quickly fills any voids left by previous work and gently lifts the concrete back to its original, stable position. Finally, we patch the small injection holes, leaving your surface properly supported and ready for immediate use, ensuring a lasting repair.

🚧 *Common Problems We Solve:*
- Sunken or settled garage floors  
- Trip hazards on sidewalks, driveways, stoops, and steps  
- Settled houses on slabs or slab-on-grade homes  
- Sinking or cracked patios and pool decks  
- Water pooling and drainage issues  
- Voids beneath foundations or concrete flatwork  
- Unstable soil conditions beneath structures  
- Failing seawalls and soil washout zones  
- Sinking sheds or outdoor buildings  
- Sunken interior floors in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings  

💬 *Questions? Comments?*  
Have a question about concrete raising or stabilization? Leave a comment—we're happy to help!

📍 *Serving the Greater Chicago Suburbs*  
_Based in Crystal Lake, IL, we proudly serve McHenry, Lake, Kane, DuPage, Cook, and surrounding counties. Whether you need concrete leveling or ground stabilization, Acme delivers safe, permanent solutions with minimal disruption._

🌐 Website: https://www.acmeconcreteinc.com  
📞 Phone: (815) 264-2200  
📧 Email: Service@AcmeConcreteInc.com  
🏢 Office: 824 S Main Street, Ste. 105, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

🔔 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Acmeconcreteinc?sub_confirmation=1  
👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AcmeConcreteInc  
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/acme-concrete-raising-&-repair-inc-

Never SETTLE for less—demand the Smart Lift System®.
Smart Lift System® is a registered trademark of Acme Concrete Inc.

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Many people assume that as long as a contractor uses polyurethane, their concrete raising project will be successful and last a long time.

This could not be further from the truth!

The type of polyurethane used and how it’s installed is absolutely critical!

Some contractors cut costs by using low-density foams that compress over time, leading to future settling. Others don’t inject material in enough locations, leaving voids beneath the slabs. This puts excessive stress on the foam and also results in premature failure.

At Acme Concrete Raising & Repair, we use only high-quality polyurethane and follow strict installation procedures utilizing our Smart Lift System, ensuring long-lasting, reliable results. Don’t settle for a quick, cheap fix—demand a true specialist!

#ConcreteRaising #Polylift #ConcreteRepair #PolyurethaneLifting #SmartLiftSystem

Acme Concrete Raising & Repair Inc. is Chicagoland's Original Polyurethane Specialist and exclusive provider of the Smart Lift System®.

Never "SETTLE" for multi-service (non-specialist) companies, or generic polylift systems; always demand the very best—demand the Smart Lift System®!

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==================================
Visit Us in Person:

Acme Concrete Raising & Repair, Inc.
824 S Main Street, Ste. 105
Crystal Lake, IL 60014

==================================

Smart Lift System® is a registered trademark of Acme Concrete Inc.

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Repairing a Failed Polylift Project

January 29, 2025 11:11 am

🚀 *See a Sunken Commercial Sidewalk Fixed with Polyurethane!*

🎬 *What You'll See:*
In this video, you'll see how Acme Concrete Raising & Repair efficiently lifts and levels over 500 feet of settled commercial sidewalks and entryway areas at Heidenhain Corporation. Watch as we resolve uneven surfaces and drainage issues, restoring the concrete to its original grade and pitch with minimal disruption to their operations.

🏆 *The Specialist Difference:*
✅ Only Polyurethane Concrete Raising
🚫 No Coatings. No Pressure Washing.
🔧 Powered by the Smart Lift System®
💡 Specialists get it right the first time.

⏱️ *How It Works:*
Our process involves injecting high-density, water-resistant polyurethane material beneath the settled concrete slab. As the polyurethane expands, it gently lifts and levels the concrete, filling any voids and stabilizing the subgrade. This precise and efficient method restores the surface to its proper elevation, ensuring stability and correct drainage.

🚧 *Common Problems We Solve:*
- Sunken or settled garage floors  
- Trip hazards on sidewalks, driveways, stoops, and steps  
- Settled houses on slabs or slab-on-grade homes  
- Sinking or cracked patios and pool decks  
- Water pooling and drainage issues  
- Voids beneath foundations or concrete flatwork  
- Unstable soil conditions beneath structures  
- Failing seawalls and soil washout zones  
- Sinking sheds or outdoor buildings  
- Sunken interior floors in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings  

💬 *Questions? Comments?*  
Have a question about concrete raising or stabilization? Leave a comment—we're happy to help!

📍 *Serving the Greater Chicago Suburbs*  
_Based in Crystal Lake, IL, we proudly serve McHenry, Lake, Kane, DuPage, Cook, and surrounding counties. Whether you need concrete leveling or ground stabilization, Acme delivers safe, permanent solutions with minimal disruption._

🌐 Website: https://www.acmeconcreteinc.com  
📞 Phone: (815) 264-2200  
📧 Email: Service@AcmeConcreteInc.com  
🏢 Office: 824 S Main Street, Ste. 105, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

🔔 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Acmeconcreteinc?sub_confirmation=1  
👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AcmeConcreteInc  
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/acme-concrete-raising-&-repair-inc-

Never SETTLE for less—demand the Smart Lift System®.
Smart Lift System® is a registered trademark of Acme Concrete Inc.

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Here is a recent project we completed for Heidenhain Corporation in Schaumburg, IL. Over 500 feet of commercial sidewalks and entryway areas had settled, leading to uneven surfaces and drainage issues. Acme Concrete Raising & Repair utilized high-density, water-resistant polyurethane to lift and level the sunken concrete, restoring it to its original grade and pitch. To expedite production and minimize disruption to facility operations, we employed two specialized systems. Acme’s certified technicians, equipped with advanced polyurethanes and cutting-edge technology, handle projects like this with ease. If your commercial property is dealing with sunken or settled concrete, trust the best—demand Acme Concrete Raising & Repair and our Smart Lift System®.

Acme Concrete Raising & Repair Inc. is Chicagoland's Original Polyurethane Specialist and exclusive provider of the Smart Lift System®.

Never "SETTLE" for multi-service (non-specialist) companies, or generic polylift systems; always demand the very best—demand the Smart Lift System®!

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Acme Concrete Raising & Repair, Inc.
824 S Main Street, Ste. 105
Crystal Lake, IL 60014

==================================

Smart Lift System® is a registered trademark of Acme Concrete Inc.

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Raising Commercial Concrete in Schaumburg

September 23, 2024 8:00 am

🚀 *See How Sunken Concrete is Saved, Quickly and Economically, with Polyurethane!*
Watch our team bring severely settled exterior concrete surfaces back to life at The Fountains of Arlington, a condominium community in Arlington Heights, Illinois. This property, developed in the mid-2010s by Gettysburg Development Corp. on the former Goebbert and Sons farm site, had been experiencing significant sinking issues.

🎬 *What You'll See:*
In this video, you'll witness firsthand how we transformed over 600 feet of sunken sidewalks and stabilized access ramps at The Fountains of Arlington. See how our polyurethane concrete raising process effectively remedied severe trip hazards and solved persistent drainage issues throughout the property, saving otherwise perfectly functional concrete quickly and economically.

🏆 *The Specialist Difference:*
At Acme Concrete Raising & Repair Inc., we focus exclusively on polyurethane concrete raising and stabilization—not coatings, power washing, or other add-ons. All our jobs use the Smart Lift System® for results you can count on. Concrete is a major investment, and if a less specialized provider makes a mistake, it can mean thousands in repairs or even full replacement. That’s why it’s in your best interest to trust a true specialist—not a multi-service company or anyone offering generic poly lift. When it comes to your property, it’s simply not worth the risk.

⏱️ *How It Works:*
Our concrete leveling process involves drilling small, dime-sized holes into the sunken slab. Through these holes, we inject a specialized polyurethane foam beneath the concrete. As the foam expands, it gently lifts the slab back to its original position, filling any voids and providing long-term stabilization to the subgrade. It's a precise, efficient, and clean process that minimizes disruption and delivers lasting results.

🚧 *Common Problems We Solve:*
- Sunken or settled garage floors  
- Trip hazards on sidewalks, driveways, stoops, and steps  
- Settled houses on slabs or slab-on-grade homes  
- Sinking or cracked patios and pool decks  
- Water pooling and drainage issues  
- Voids beneath foundations or concrete flatwork  
- Unstable soil conditions beneath structures  
- Failing seawalls and soil washout zones  
- Sinking sheds or outdoor buildings  
- Sunken interior floors in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings  

💬 *Questions? Comments?*  
Have a question about concrete raising or stabilization? Leave a comment—we're happy to help!

📍 *Serving the Greater Chicago Suburbs*  
_Based in Crystal Lake, IL, we proudly serve McHenry, Lake, Kane, DuPage, Cook, and surrounding counties. Whether you need concrete leveling or ground stabilization, Acme delivers safe, permanent solutions with minimal disruption._

🌐 Website: https://www.acmeconcreteinc.com  
📞 Phone: (815) 264-2200  
📧 Email: Service@AcmeConcreteInc.com  
🏢 Office: 824 S Main Street, Ste. 105, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

🔔 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Acmeconcreteinc?sub_confirmation=1  
👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AcmeConcreteInc  
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/acme-concrete-raising-&-repair-inc-

Never SETTLE for less—demand the Smart Lift System®.
Smart Lift System® is a registered trademark of Acme Concrete Inc.

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This project is a great representation of how sunken, but otherwise perfectly functional, concrete can be saved - quickly and economically!

The Fountains of Arlington is a condominium community developed in the mid-2010s by Gettysburg Development Corp. This community is located in Arlington Heights, Illinois, on the former site of the Goebbert and Sons farm and farm stand. Since its construction, the exterior concrete surfaces have suffered from extensive sinking, causing drainage issues and trip hazards throughout the property.

In summary, this project involved:

- Over 600 feet of sidewalks
- Access ramp stabilization
- Remedying trip hazards
- Solving drainage issues

Acme utilized high-density polyurethane, meeting the compressive strength requirements of the Illinois Tollway. This material was used to raise and stabilize the slabs using a specialized air-purged injector system which promotes proper material flow & spread beneath the concrete.

Acme Concrete Raising & Repair Inc. is Chicagoland's Original Polyurethane Specialist and exclusive provider of the Smart Lift System®.

Never "SETTLE" for multi-service (non-specialist) companies, or generic polylift systems; always demand the very best—demand the Smart Lift System®!

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SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel:

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https://www.AcmeConcreteInc.com

==================================
Visit us on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/AcmeConcreteInc

==================================
Visit Us in Person:

Acme Concrete Raising & Repair, Inc.
824 S Main Street, Ste. 105
Crystal Lake, IL 60014

==================================

Smart Lift System® is a registered trademark of Acme Concrete Inc.

YouTube Video UExfQ2dLZUh4aHZJRDkyeHFRdUVrbElDYWc5RnlGMGR6Si4xNjIyNEE0MDEyRDlCMjBE

Expert Concrete Lifting at Fountains of Arlington

May 26, 2024 12:26 pm

Customer Reviews

Sydney Shymkus
Sydney Shymkus
2/18/2022
We can confidently say that Acme Concrete Raising and Repair goes above and beyond with their services, and so does with professionalism and excellent workmanship.
Jeff F
Jeff F
12/11/2021
I was impressed with their efficiency and professionalism. After only an hour, the repair was complete and the team was all cleaned up.
Scott Liker
Scott Liker
12/11/2021
They came out promptly and gave me an estimate. I scheduled the repair and they came in a few weeks, when promised, and completed the repair.
Steve A
Steve A
11/30/2021
Very professional and prompt when requesting a quote. They scheduled us quickly, and their crew arrived on time and were very professional. They raised our concrete precisely and it looks great. I would highly recommend them.
Eric Gong
Eric Gong
12/2021
I had ACME service for my front walkway and rear pad. They did a good job on both. The price was not lowest but reasonable. The crew showed up early and were professional and friendly with my questions. I'm happy to select ACME for my project and would highly recommend them.
Malgorzata B
Malgorzata B
8/25/2021
Acme employees arrived on time and did the job within an hour although the original estimate was 1.5 hr. The job was done quick and very accurately. They also gave me some tips for my future project. Both employees were kind and very professional. I will definitely call them again!
Joe Ciprian
Joe Ciprian
09/2021
Acme did a great job lifting my driveway and the steps to the front door. Notice the before and after pics where step was raised 3-4 inches to make the steps much safer. Nick was very professional and he did a 3 car driveway and steps in 4-5 hours.

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