Concrete Repair & Replacement

When to Repair vs Replace Your Concrete

Not every crack or settled slab needs complete replacement. Your concrete might just need professional repairs that cost a fraction of tearing everything out. We help you make the right choice based on the actual condition of your surfaces, not what makes us the most money. Sometimes repair is the smart move, and sometimes replacement gives you better long-term value.

Minor cracks under a quarter inch wide typically qualify for repair. Surface spalling where the top layer flakes off can often be resurfaced. Settled sections that create trip hazards usually respond well to concrete leveling. These repairs extend the life of your existing concrete by 10 to 15 years when done correctly. The key is catching problems early before they spread or worsen.

Replacement makes more sense when your concrete has extensive cracking, severe settling, or structural damage. If more than 30 percent of your surface needs repair, replacement often costs less overall and gives you a fresh start. Old concrete that is breaking apart or has deep cracks running throughout needs to come out. We give you an honest assessment of what your concrete surfaces need so you can make an informed decision.

Common Concrete Problems We Fix

Santa Clara concrete faces specific challenges from our soil conditions and weather patterns. Clay-heavy soil expands when wet and shrinks when dry, putting constant pressure on your slabs. Tree roots push up sections of driveways and walkways. Poor drainage causes water to pool and erode the base under your concrete. These local issues require repairs that address the root cause, not just the visible damage.

Repair Services We Provide

• Crack sealing and injection to prevent water intrusion and further damage
• Concrete resurfacing to restore worn, pitted, or stained surfaces to like-new condition
• Mudjacking and slab leveling to raise sunken sections and eliminate trip hazards
• Joint repair and replacement to maintain proper expansion gaps
• Spalling repair using specialized bonding agents and overlay systems
• Partial slab replacement for severely damaged sections while keeping good concrete

Each repair method works for specific types of damage. Crack filling stops water from getting under your slab but does not fix structural issues. Leveling raises settled concrete but will not help if the slab itself is broken. We match the right repair technique to your actual problem so the fix lasts instead of failing in a few months.

Our Repair and Replacement Process

Every project starts with a thorough inspection of your concrete. We check for hidden damage, test for underlying problems, and identify why the damage happened in the first place. Finding the cause lets us fix it permanently instead of just covering up symptoms. If drainage caused your concrete to settle, we address the drainage problem as part of the repair.

For repairs, we clean and prepare the damaged area properly before applying any materials. Surface repairs need the right bonding agents so new concrete sticks to old. Crack repairs require routing and cleaning before sealant application. We use commercial-grade materials that match your existing concrete color and texture. The goal is making repairs blend in so well you forget where the damage was.

Replacement projects follow the same quality standards as new installations. We remove damaged concrete and haul it away, properly prepare the base, and pour fresh concrete with correct reinforcement. Your new section matches the surrounding areas in height, slope, and finish. Whether you need one panel replaced or your entire driveway redone, we handle projects of any size.

Common Questions About Concrete Repair