Concrete Repair & Replacement
We fix cracked, sunken, or damaged concrete so your property looks great and stays safe for years to come.
When to Repair vs Replace Your Concrete
Not every crack means you need to tear everything out. Sometimes a simple repair saves you thousands of dollars and extends the life of your concrete by decades. Here is how we help you decide what makes sense for your situation.
If your concrete has minor surface cracks, small chips, or light discoloration, repairs typically work great. We clean out the damaged area, apply high-quality patching compound, and blend it so it matches your existing surface. Most repairs take just a few hours and you can use the area again the same day or next morning.
Replacement makes more sense when you have deep structural cracks, major settling, or extensive damage across large sections. If water has gotten under your slab and washed out the base, or if tree roots have lifted your concrete more than a couple inches, a full replacement usually saves you money in the long run. We walk your property with you and give honest advice about which option fits your needs and budget.
Common Concrete Problems We Fix
Living in San Luis Obispo, your concrete deals with hot summers, occasional heavy rain, and soil that shifts more than you might think. These conditions create specific problems that show up again and again across the Central Coast.
What We See Most Often
- Cracks: Temperature changes make concrete expand and contract. Over time this creates surface cracks that let water in and grow bigger each winter.
- Sunken Slabs: When water washes out the soil underneath, sections of your concrete drop lower than the rest. This creates trip hazards and pools of standing water.
- Spalling: That flaking or chipping you see on the surface happens when water gets in, freezes, and pops pieces off the top layer.
- Discoloration: Stains from oil, rust, or chemicals can make your concrete look worn out even when the structure is still solid.
We have the right tools and materials to fix each of these issues. Most repairs restore both the look and function of your concrete without the cost of complete replacement.
How We Handle Your Concrete Repair
Every repair starts with understanding what caused the damage in the first place. If we just patch over problems without fixing the root cause, you will see the same issues come back within months.
Our Step-by-Step Approach
First, we inspect your concrete to find out why it cracked or settled. We check the grade around your slab, look for drainage issues, and test the base underneath. This tells us if we need to address soil problems, improve drainage, or simply repair the surface.
Next, we prep the damaged area. This means cleaning out loose material, roughing up smooth surfaces so new concrete bonds properly, and making sure everything is dry and ready. Skipping this step is why some repairs fail after just one season.
Then we apply the repair material. For driveway repairs, we use polymer-modified concrete that flexes slightly with temperature changes. For structural fixes, we use materials that match or exceed the strength of your original concrete. We finish everything to match your existing surface and let it cure properly before you use it again.
Concrete Repair Questions
Ready to Fix Your Concrete?
Call us today for a free inspection and honest repair advice.
(805) 269-8770