Concrete Repair & Replacement

Restore cracked, sunken, or damaged concrete with professional repair services that save you money and extend the life of your surfaces.

Professional concrete repair and restoration work in El Mirage, Arizona

Understanding Concrete Damage

Concrete is one of the most durable building materials available, but it is not indestructible. Over time, weather, ground movement, heavy use, and simple aging take their toll. In El Mirage, the combination of intense summer heat, occasional monsoon flooding, and expansive clay soils creates conditions that are particularly tough on concrete. Cracks, spalling, settlement, and surface deterioration are all common issues that homeowners and business owners face.

The good news is that not every concrete problem requires a complete tear-out and replacement. Many issues can be repaired effectively at a fraction of the replacement cost. The key is getting an honest assessment of whether repair or replacement is the right approach for your specific situation. We evaluate the type of damage, the underlying cause, and the structural integrity of the concrete before recommending a solution.

Ignoring concrete damage always makes things worse and more expensive to fix later. A small crack allows water to get under the slab, washing away the base material and leading to settlement. A settled section puts stress on adjacent concrete, causing more cracking. Surface deterioration exposes the concrete to deeper moisture penetration and accelerates breakdown. Early intervention is always the most cost-effective approach to concrete problems.

Common Concrete Problems We Fix

  • Cracks from shrinkage, settlement, or ground movement
  • Sunken or settled slabs that create uneven surfaces and trip hazards
  • Spalling and flaking where the surface layer breaks away
  • Scaling caused by poor finishing or excessive moisture
  • Tree root damage that lifts or cracks concrete sections

Repair vs Replacement: Making the Right Call

Repair makes sense when the underlying concrete is still structurally sound. Crack filling, joint resealing, partial section replacement, and surface resurfacing can all extend the life of your concrete significantly at a lower cost than full replacement. If the damage is cosmetic or limited to specific sections, repair is usually the smart choice.

Replacement becomes necessary when the concrete has widespread structural problems. Multiple large cracks, extensive settling, crumbling concrete throughout the slab, or severe root damage that has broken the slab into pieces all point toward replacement. Continuing to repair concrete that is failing structurally is like patching a tire that keeps going flat. Eventually you spend more on repeated repairs than replacement would have cost.

Sometimes the best approach is a combination. We might replace the most damaged sections while repairing the areas that are still in decent condition. This saves you money compared to replacing everything while still addressing the serious problems. For settled sections that are otherwise intact, concrete leveling can raise the slab back to its proper position without any demolition.

Our Repair Methods

For crack repair, we use flexible polyurethane or epoxy fillers that bond to the concrete and flex with natural movement. Rigid fillers crack again quickly, so we use materials designed for the job. Surface repairs and resurfacing use polymer-modified concrete overlays that bond to the existing surface and create a fresh, new-looking finish. For section replacements, we saw-cut clean edges, remove the damaged concrete, prepare the base properly, and pour new concrete that matches the existing work as closely as possible.

What We Repair and Replace

We repair and replace all types of residential and commercial concrete. Driveways are one of our most common repair projects since they take the most abuse from vehicles and weather. Cracked driveway sections, sunken areas near the garage, and deteriorated edges are all issues we handle regularly.

Sidewalks and walkways develop trip hazards from root growth and soil movement. We can raise settled sections, replace root-damaged slabs, and restore safe walking surfaces. Patio repairs range from crack filling to complete section replacement. Pool deck surfaces get restored with new coatings or overlays. Garage floors with surface damage benefit from grinding and resurfacing or epoxy coatings that create a fresh, durable finish.

Foundation repairs are more complex but equally important. Cracks in your foundation can indicate structural movement that needs professional attention. We assess foundation issues carefully, determine the root cause, and provide solutions that address the problem rather than just covering it up. Some foundation repairs involve underpinning, while others may need partial slab replacement or reinforcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to fix your damaged concrete? We serve El Mirage and surrounding areas with honest assessments and professional concrete repair and replacement services.

Call (480) 701-8016