Uneven slabs create visible cracks and tripping hazards around patios and walkways. Sunken concrete may also redirect water toward the home, increasing the risk of foundation moisture and biological growth over time.

Concrete sidewalk and patio repair in Bethlehem, PA often relies on slabjacking to correct uneven surfaces caused by soil settlement. Small holes are drilled into the slab, and lifting material is injected beneath it to stabilize the concrete and restore proper alignment.

Homes near Historic Bethlehem and the Lehigh River frequently experience settling due to water movement in the soil. Acculevel uses polyurethane foam, which expands rapidly and allows technicians to control the lift carefully, resulting in a smoother, longer-lasting repair.

In this video, one of our knowledgeable experts explains why we choose to perform slabjacking:

Concrete sidewalk and patio repair in Bethlehem is faster and more reliable with slabjacking, especially in areas with older concrete and seasonal soil movement. The polyurethane foam cures within minutes, allowing homeowners near the Historic Moravian District, College Hill, and South Side neighborhoods to safely walk on repaired patios the same day. Garage floors are typically ready for vehicle traffic within an hour, minimizing interruptions to daily routines. This quick turnaround is ideal for Bethlehem’s mix of historic homes and modern residences. Mudjacking cure times are longer and more sensitive to temperature and moisture changes.

Slabjacking uses specialized equipment, but it’s usually installed in a standard-sized service truck that can park in the driveway or street without issue.  Slabjacking repair work rarely requires an Acculevel crew driving across your lawn, or disturbing your landscape; the slabjacking equipment has a 250 foot injection hose to maximize our reach to the repair section.

In fact, there is very little mess generated at a slabjacking job site.  Generally, crews only need to clean up some dust generated from drilling through the concrete, and maybe trace amounts of foam from the injection site.

This is preferable to the messy process of replacing a slab.  Concrete demolition often involves the use of a jack hammer, which is noisy and creates debris that adds to landfills.  Re-pouring concrete requires building forms, a concrete truck, and the use of this equipment in close proximity to the work site.  This results in a significant amount of trash and upheaval on your property. The new slab can also be visually jarring, as it won’t match the other existing sections in color or texture.

Slabjacking keeps concrete sidewalk and patio repair in Bethlehem more affordable by restoring existing slabs instead of replacing them. Pricing depends on slab size and the depth of settlement beneath the concrete, which is common in older parts of the city. Avoiding demolition significantly reduces labor and disposal costs. Full concrete replacement can often cost nearly twice as much and may result in noticeable color or texture differences.