Edmonton Driveway Leveling That Lasts Through Alberta Winters
A sunken or uneven driveway is one of Edmonton’s most common concrete problems, and one of the most fixable. Whether it’s a garage apron that’s dropped an inch or two, or entire slabs that have settled from years of Alberta freeze-thaw cycles, the good news is you probably don’t need to replace it. Poly Lift Solutions has been restoring Edmonton driveways for over 11 years.
Driveway leveling with polyurethane foam, also called polyjacking, foam jacking, or a mudjacking alternative, lifts sunken concrete back to level in 2–3 hours, and you’re driving on it the same day. No demolition, no week-long cure time, no torn-up yard. At roughly 50–70% of full replacement cost, it’s the smarter investment for driveways that still have structurally sound concrete.
Real Edmonton Results: Before & After
Is Your Driveway Showing These Warning Signs?
Why Edmonton Driveways Sink
Alberta’s extreme climate is particularly hard on concrete. Here’s what’s actually happening beneath your driveway, and why polyurethane foam lifts it better than mudjacking can:
Frost Heave Damage
Edmonton experiences 50+ freeze-thaw cycles each year. Water seeps under your driveway, freezes, expands, then thaws - repeatedly lifting and dropping your concrete until permanent damage occurs.
Spring Thaw Erosion
When snow melts rapidly, water rushes beneath concrete slabs, washing away the soil that supports your driveway. This creates voids that lead to sinking and cracking.
Vehicle Weight Stress
Your driveway supports thousands of pounds daily. Over time, especially on poorly compacted soil, this weight compresses the ground beneath, causing gradual settlement.
Downspout Runoff
If your downspouts discharge near the driveway, concentrated water flow erodes supporting soil season after season. This is one of the most preventable causes of driveway settlement.
Why Polyurethane Foam Beats Mudjacking
Many Edmonton homeowners searching for “mudjacking” or “concrete leveling near me” end up discovering polyjacking, and for good reason. Both methods lift sunken concrete, but polyurethane foam has clear, measurable advantages over traditional mudjacking slurry:
Drive Same Day
Foam cures in ~15 min. Mudjacking needs 24–48 hrs.
Ultra Lightweight
~2 lbs/cu ft vs ~100 lbs for slurry, with no added soil stress.
Waterproof
Foam won't wash away or erode. Mudjacking slurry can.
Smaller Holes
5/8" injection points vs 1.5–2" for mudjacking.
No Excavation
Compact equipment: no damage to landscaping or curbs.
50–70% Less Than Replacement
Keep your existing concrete: no rip-out costs.
Our Driveway Leveling Process
From the first call to driving back in your garage, here's what to expect:
Free Assessment
We inspect your driveway, identify the cause of settlement, and provide a transparent quote. No surprises.
Precision Drilling
Small 5/8" holes are drilled at strategic points through the concrete, far smaller than mudjacking requires.
Foam Injection
High-density polyurethane foam is injected beneath the slab. It expands immediately, filling voids and lifting the concrete with controlled, steady pressure.
Real-Time Monitoring
Our technicians watch the lift in real time with laser levels, stopping at the exact elevation needed for a smooth, even surface.
Patch & Drive
Injection holes are patched to blend with existing concrete. Foam cures in ~15 minutes: walk on it immediately, drive on it the same day.
Driveway Repair: Cost Comparison
| Repair Method | Typical Cost | Time to Complete | Time Before Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poly Lift Foam Leveling | $800 - $2,500 | 2-3 hours | Same day |
| Full Driveway Replacement | $5,000 - $15,000+ | 3-5 days | 7-10 days |
| Mudjacking | $600 - $2,000 | 3-4 hours | 24-48 hours |
*Costs are estimates and vary based on driveway size and condition. Contact us for an accurate quote.
Driveway Leveling FAQs
In most cases, yes. Cracks don't prevent foam leveling - we can lift cracked slabs as long as the concrete is structurally sound. In fact, leveling often prevents cracks from getting worse by eliminating the movement that causes them. Severely deteriorated concrete may need replacement, but we'll let you know during the free assessment.
Foam lifts concrete by controlling injection pressure and volume. We've lifted slabs by many inches when the situation calls for it. Most driveways require only 1–3 inches of lift. Our technicians monitor the rise in real time and stop at precisely the level needed, so there's no guesswork.
No. We lift the driveway to meet your existing garage floor level. The foam is injected beneath the driveway slab only, and we use laser levels to ensure precise alignment with your garage floor.
The polyurethane foam is waterproof, won't decompose, and maintains its structural integrity indefinitely. Unlike mudjacking slurry, which is a cement-and-soil mixture that can wash out or erode, foam is inert and permanent. If the concrete itself remains sound, so does the repair.
We work year-round, but spring (after thaw) and fall (before freeze) are ideal times for concrete leveling. Spring repairs address winter damage before it worsens, while fall repairs prevent water from pooling and freezing over winter. Contact us anytime - we'll advise on the best timing for your situation.
Absolutely. One of the advantages of polyurethane foam leveling is that we work slab by slab, section by section. If only your garage apron has dropped, or one panel has settled while the rest is fine, we lift exactly what needs lifting. You only pay for what’s actually sunken, not a full driveway redo.
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Areas We Serve
Fully licensed & insured across all of Alberta
The Poly Lift Difference
- Same-day driveway use
- No heavy equipment damage
- Smaller holes than mudjacking
- Waterproof, permanent foam
- Warranty protected
Stop Your Driveway from Getting Worse This Winter
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