Crack Repair
Cracks are filled and sealed so water cannot get in, freeze and push them wider.
Concrete Repair in Pittsburgh, PA
Cracks · Sunken Slabs · Flaking · Steps
Cracked driveway, sunken sidewalk or crumbling steps? Tell us what is wrong, add a few photos, and get a free estimate from a local Pittsburgh concrete pro.
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Concrete Repair Services
Cracked, sunken or flaking concrete around the house, fixed before it gets worse.
Slab Lifting
A sidewalk or patio that has sunk can often be raised back to level by pumping a cement slurry or an expanding foam under it through small drilled holes. Nothing has to be torn out.
Resurfacing
For a slab that is flaking or pitted but still solid underneath, the weak surface is removed and a thin new layer is bonded on top.
Step Repair
Broken edges, loose treads and steps pulling away from the house.
See Steps & SidewalksDriveway Repair
Patch a few bad sections, or find out if it is time for a new driveway.
See Concrete DrivewaysWall Repair
Leaning or cracked retaining walls usually point to a drainage problem, and the fix starts there.
See Retaining WallsHow Your Free Estimate Works
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Tell Us About Your Project
Pick the job, add your ZIP code and a few details. Photos help.
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Get a Call Back
One or two local concrete contractors call or email you to talk it through and set up a visit.
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Get Your Estimate
They look at the job and give you a price. Then you decide.
Repair or Replace?
Small cracks, a sunken section or a worn surface can usually be repaired for much less than new concrete. When the damage runs through most of the slab, a repair only buys time.
Send a few photos with your request, and your contractor can tell you which way your job leans.
Signs it may be time to replace
- Wide cracks that keep growing back after repairs
- Large sections that have sunk or heaved
- Crumbling across most of the surface
- Tree roots lifting the slab from below
- Water that pools or runs toward the house
What Is Wrong With My Concrete?
Knowing what the damage is called helps you describe it in your request.
Flaking or Peeling Surface (Scaling)
The top layer flakes off after winters of freezing and thawing, most often where the concrete has too little entrained air. Light scaling is cosmetic, and a slab that is solid underneath can be resurfaced.
Small Pits (Popouts)
Small pits where a piece of stone near the surface has broken out. They usually show up in the first year and are mostly cosmetic.
Fine Web of Cracks (Crazing)
A network of fine, shallow cracks on the surface. It does not weaken the slab, and it usually comes from how the concrete was placed, such as too much water in the mix.
Pieces Breaking Off Over Steel (Spalling)
When salt water reaches the steel inside concrete, the steel rusts and swells, and the concrete above it cracks and breaks away.
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Concrete Repair Questions
Can damaged concrete be repaired?
Often, yes. Cracks, sunken sections and worn surfaces can usually be repaired. Concrete that is broken through most of the slab may need to be replaced.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace concrete?
Repair usually costs less, as long as the slab underneath is still sound. If the damage keeps coming back, replacing it can save money over time, and your contractor can tell you which makes sense.
How much does concrete repair cost?
Across the US, filling cracks typically runs $0.50 to $3 per linear foot, and leveling a sunken slab $3 to $12 per square foot. Your price depends on the type of damage, how much area is involved and how easy it is to reach. Photos with your request help your contractor give you a real number.
Can a sunken sidewalk or patio be raised?
In many cases. A sunken slab can often be lifted back to level by filling the space underneath, without tearing it out.
Can new concrete go over old concrete?
A thin overlay can go over a slab that is solid and only worn on top. If the old concrete is cracked or moving, the problem comes back through.
Can a handyman do concrete work?
A handyman can, but the same rule applies to anyone you hire. In Pennsylvania, anyone who does $5,000 or more of home improvement work a year must register with the Attorney General, so ask for the registration number and look it up before you sign.
Should I send photos with my request?
Yes. A few photos of the damage, plus one showing the whole area, help your contractor understand the job before the visit. You can add them on the free estimate form.
Need Concrete Repaired?
Send a few details and photos, and one or two local contractors will be in touch.