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Midvale Foundation Pros

Patio Lifting in Midvale, UT

Patio lifting in Midvale with polyurethane foam injection. Fix pooling water and uneven slabs without a full repour. Free estimates.

  • 15+ Years local experience
  • 500+ Projects completed
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Serving Midvale and nearby communities.

A patio that's settled on one side usually means water isn't draining away from the house the way it should, and that standing water can work its way back toward the foundation over time. Midvale Foundation Pros lifts sunken patio slabs with polyurethane foam injection, correcting the low spot and restoring proper drainage slope without tearing out and repouring the whole patio.

Clay-heavy soil across the valley shifts with seasonal moisture, and backyard patios often settle unevenly because they sit on less compacted fill than the rest of the lot. A foam injection lift addresses the void directly instead of just patching the surface.

What's included

What's included with Patio Lifting

Typically included: patio assessment, access point drilling, foam injection, level verification, hole patching.

Optional: joint filler across the full patio, surface sealant application.

Customer prep: clear furniture, planters, and grills off the patio surface before the crew arrives.

How it works

How our Patio Lifting process works

  1. Patio Assessment photo
    Step 1

    Patio Assessment

    Uneven or settled patio sections are identified for repair.

  2. Access Point Drilling photo
    Step 2

    Access Point Drilling

    Small holes are made at key points across the patio surface.

  3. Foam Injection photo
    Step 3

    Foam Injection

    Expanding material is injected to raise the settled sections.

  4. Level Verification photo
    Step 4

    Level Verification

    Elevation is checked throughout the lifting process for accuracy.

  5. Hole Patching photo
    Step 5

    Hole Patching

    Access points are filled and smoothed to match the patio surface.

  6. Final Walkthrough photo
    Step 6

    Final Walkthrough

    The patio is inspected to confirm a level, stable finish.

Materials

Materials and methods for Patio Lifting

  • Polyurethane Foam photo

    Polyurethane Foam

    Lifts patio slabs with minimal disruption to surrounding landscaping, a benefit when the patio backs up to planting beds common in Midvale yards.

  • Patch Compound photo

    Patch Compound

    Fills and finishes drilled access holes smoothly.

  • Joint Filler photo

    Joint Filler

    Restores expansion joints after the lifting process so water doesn't re-enter the gap.

  • Surface Sealant photo

    Surface Sealant

    Guards the patio against moisture and surface wear through winter freeze-thaw.

  • Leveling Tools photo

    Leveling Tools

    Used to verify consistent elevation across the patio during the lift.

  • Bonding Agent photo

    Bonding Agent

    Enhances adhesion between patch material and existing concrete.

Timeline

How long does a Patio Lifting take?

  1. 01

    Stage 1

    same day

    Most patio lifts finish in a single visit and the slab is walkable the .

  2. 02

    Consult and assessment

    same day

    .

  3. 03

    Drilling and injection

    1–2 hours

    depending on slab size.

  4. 04

    Cure time before use

    a few hours.

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Codes & permits

Permits and codes for Patio Lifting

Check with Salt Lake County if your patio ties into a covered structure or roofline.

Typically needs a permitOften no permit
Patio work tied to a covered structure or attached deck modificationStandard uncovered patio slab lifting
—Foam injection under existing concrete patio sections

DIY vs pro

DIY vs hiring a pro for Patio Lifting

DIYHire a pro
Re-grading soil at the edge of the patio to redirect surface waterLifting a slab that's settled enough to pool water
Sealing hairline cracks with store-bought caulkInjection work requiring controlled pressure to avoid cracking the slab
Cleaning and resealing jointsCorrecting slope so water drains away from the foundation instead of toward it

When to call

When to call for Patio Lifting

Call Midvale Foundation Pros for a free estimate before pooling water finds its way toward your foundation.

  • Standing water on the patio after rain or snowmelt
  • Cracked or separated slab joints
  • A noticeable dip or lean toward the house
  • Uneven footing that's becoming a trip hazard

FAQs

Patio Lifting FAQs

How much does it cost to lift a sunken concrete patio vs tearing it out?

Lifting typically costs a fraction of tear-out and repour, since there's no demolition or new concrete pour involved. Exact pricing depends on slab size and void depth.

What causes pooling water on a backyard patio?

Usually uneven settlement that's tilted the slab toward the house instead of away from it, often from soil compaction or erosion underneath.

How long does the lift take?

Most patios are lifted in a single visit and usable again within a few hours.

Can you fix the slope so water drains properly?

Slope correction is part of the lift when drainage is the underlying issue.

Is patio lifting permanent?

It holds as long as the underlying cause of settlement is addressed, which we check before injecting.

Next step

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Ask about Patio Lifting

Tell us about the project and how to reach you.

Call (385) 557-8453