Before & After Photos

The causes of concrete settlement and sinking are the same whether it's a driveway, walkway, patio, garage floor, or pool deck. As soil underneath a concrete slab shrinks, settles or washes away, this leaves empty space, or voids, beneath the slab. With the soil no longer supporting the slab, the concrete will sink, creating an uneven surface.

This was the case for the front concrete stoop of this home in Plover, WI.  

To lift and level this home's front stoop, Sure-Dry Basement Systems used their PolyLevel® Injection Foam system.   PolyLevel® is an expanding polyurethane foam that is injected beneath the concrete to fill the gaps caused by soil erosion and raise and stabilize the concrete surface.

If you are experiencing sunken and uneven concrete around your home, contact Sure-Dry today for your free estimate! 

Before:
A homeowner in Plover had a settled front covered porch slab. The porch had sunk at the outer edge, creating an uneven step at the entry, a toe-stub lip near the walkway, and small gaps opening along the siding and column bases. During rains, water lingered on the slab and worked into open joints, pushing freeze–thaw damage each season.

After:
We injected PolyLevel® beneath the porch to fill voids and gently lift the slab back to a level, properly pitched position. We then sealed perimeter joints and cracks with NexusPro®, installing backer where needed and finishing with color-match sand for a clean, finished look.

The entry is now level with safer, more uniform step heights, improved drainage off the porch, and sealed joints to help prevent future settlement.

Faced with concrete cracks that marred their driveway, a homeowner in Stevens Point, WI, sought our expertise. As you can see in the before photo, the damage was extensive, impacting not only the home's aesthetic appeal but also its safety. Our team swung into action, utilizing PolyLevel for an even, durable lift, and sealing the deal with NexusPro to ensure longevity. The after photo showcases our promise fulfilled – a safe, smooth surface that enhances the home’s curb appeal.

If you visit the before photo, you'll see the challenge this Stevens Point, WI, homeowner was up against. Their front concrete porch has sunken down from its original position when their home was built. It was only going to get worse. For the after photo, see how we were able to raise the concrete slab back using our PolyLevel System.  Rest assured, their needs were taken care of, and using Nexus Pro Sealant in the cracks to keep the water from getting under this concrete porch again.

Before
A homeowner in Stevens Point, WI noticed their concrete driveway was just beginning to show signs of sinking, with slight unevenness developing between slabs. These early-stage issues are common in Wisconsin, especially in newer or recently poured concrete where soil beneath the slab begins to settle due to moisture changes and seasonal freeze-thaw cycles. Wanting to address the problem early, the homeowner began searching for a concrete lifting company and concrete leveling contractor in Wisconsin before the issue became more severe.

As the driveway started to shift, small gaps and joints opened up, allowing water to seep underneath and accelerate the settling process. While some homeowners consider mudjacking—pumping a heavy slurry beneath the slab to lift it—this method can add additional weight to unstable soils and often leads to future re-settlement. Addressing the problem early with a long-term solution was key to preventing further damage.

After
Sure-Dry lifted and stabilized the driveway using PolyLevel High-Density Concrete Lifting Foam, followed by sealing the joints with NexusPro Concrete Joint Sealant. PolyLevel was injected beneath the slab through small drill holes, where it expanded to fill voids, stabilize the soil, and gently raise the concrete back to its proper position. NexusPro was then applied to seal the joints and prevent water from entering beneath the slab.

Compared to mudjacking, PolyLevel is lightweight, cures quickly, allows for precise lifting, requires smaller drill holes, and provides long-term stability without washout.
The driveway is now level, protected, and stabilized, helping prevent future settlement while restoring a clean, even appearance.