Poly-jacking is a price-effective and environmentally beneficial technique that can restore uneven concrete back to its original quality and evenness. Modern polyurethane foams are pumped in a liquid form underneath the surface around the problematic areas. This expands and solidifies as it dries out, meaning that it reaches inside even the smallest cracks and troughs. This technique can be applied to almost all kinds of concrete surfaces from small patches through to entire parking lots! Here are some of the best reasons why poly-jacking beats both traditional mudjacking and total concrete replacement pretty much every time.
Poly-Jacking Is Cost-Effective
Prices are naturally going to vary between projects but it is safe to assume that poly-jacking work will cost at least 50% less compared to tearing out and replacing an entire uneven concrete surface. Most work can be performed with a very small team and just one or two vehicles – so there’s no need for any expensive heavy equipment hire or large teams of contractors. As the polyurethane foam sets solid very quickly the surface should also be ready for use within a matter of hours – not the days and days that are recommended for freshly laid concrete surfaces. Even better, the work is non-disruptive and in the majority of circumstances can be performed around daily activities keeping business downtime and disruption to an absolute minimum.
Only Environmentally Sound, American Made Materials Are Used
Some people quite understandably are concerned about polyurethane foam and whether or not it is toxic/dangerous for this purpose. The good news is that such materially are entirely approved and the foams used in this kind of work are no different from that you’ll find in many domestic products (check your cushions and you’ll see!). Always look for poly-jacking services that use a polyurethane foam containing between 39-49% recycled materials. In regards to the environment, concrete leveling that used these foams is far better than laying down a fresh layer of new concrete. Make sure that your contractors use only American made foams that are made according to strict safety guidelines and contain a good proportion of recycled materials.
Your Leveled Concrete Will Look Better & Be Safer To Use
Once the work is completed you may at first be surprised that not too much looks all that different! However, upon closer inspection, you’ll notice that every crack (and we’re talking even the smallest here) has been completely filled. The lack of cracks not only looks smarter close-up but more importantly it significantly reduces trip-hazards. The work will have eliminated the chance for water to pool up beneath the surface, meaning that your restored and leveled concrete surface will be set to last for many years of further use. Remember that polyurethane foam is much lighter compared to the materials used in mud jacking – meaning that it will also last for considerably longer.
Final Thoughts
There’s many reasons why poly-jacking offers the perfect solution for the majority of concrete leveling works. Unless the concrete is seriously degraded – and we’re talking crumbling to pieces – you may be surprised at how effective and thorough this technique has been proven to be. So if you’re looking to save money while also having your surface restored in a safe and environmentally sound manner, poly-jacking is the way to go.
