Case Study
SIDEWALK CONCRETE LIFTING AND LEVELING IN CUMBERLAND, WI
Recently, at DBS, we encountered a common issue faced by homeowners in Cumberland, WI—an uneven exterior sidewalk causing daily inconvenience and serious safety concerns.
Recently, at DBS, we encountered a common issue faced by homeowners in Cumberland, WI—an uneven sidewalk causing inconvenience and safety concerns. Ensuring homes are secure and accessible is core to our mission, and this homeowner needed our expertise. They reached out to our Customer Care team, expressing worries about their settled sidewalk, which not only posed a trip hazard but also detracted from their home’s curb appeal.
Following our proven process, we scheduled a thorough inspection with one of our System Design Specialists. It became clear that restoring safety and accessibility was paramount. Our solution? PolyLevel® and NexusPro®—cutting-edge technologies for concrete repair. PolyLevel®, an advanced foam injection, was chosen to lift and level the settled concrete efficiently, avoiding the disruption of a full replacement. For cracks and joints, NexusPro® provided a durable sealant, ensuring a seamless and long-lasting finish.
Our production team executed the project with precision. They expertly injected PolyLevel® beneath the sunken sections, stabilizing the slab effectively. NexusPro® was then applied to address cracks, enhancing both the appearance and durability of the sidewalk. After completing the work, our meticulous cleanup left the property looking even better than before.
The homeowner was thrilled not only with the prompt and effective solution but also with the attention to detail that left their property safe, level and aesthetically improved. Now, they can enjoy a safe, level sidewalk that enhances both the functionality and appearance of their home, reflecting our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction at DBS.


What is PolyLevel® and how does it help with Concrete Leveling?
Replacing a concrete slab is both expensive and disruptive. Concrete slabs can take days – or even weeks – to cure. PolyLevel® is lightweight cures within hours, and is a superior solution to repair rather than replace cracked concrete. weak soil. Best of all, PolyLevel allows for use of concrete within hours, not weeks.

Quick installation and cure time – PolyLevel®’s concrete lifting system is designed for speed. In most cases, surfaces such as driveways, walkways, or structural slabs can be ready for full use within just a few hours.

Non-invasive installation – PolyLevel® creates minimal mess and causes far less disruption compared to traditional slab lifting methods. PolyLevel® injection equipment is compact and easy to handle, easy to install even in tight or restricted spaces.

Strong and light: PolyLevel® is extremely lightweight, only about 4 lbs. per cubic foot compared to roughly 120 lbs. for traditional fill materials. And yet it provides superior support, making it ideal for unstable soils and capable of delivering greater lifting performance than mudjacking.

Adjustable – The lifting process can be precisely controlled by adjusting the chemical expansion of the foam. Our skilled team accounts for the slab’s weight, soil conditions, and weather to achieve accurate results.
A DBS installer repairs a cracked sidewalk with PolyLevel®
What is PolyLevel®?
PolyLevel® is a concrete lifting and leveling system that injects a high-density polyurethane foam to fill empty spaces beneath concrete and reinforce settling slabs. When the two-part formula expands, it gently raises the concrete back into place while creating a long-lasting, water-resistant repair.
PolyLevel® helps our team of expert installers quickly lift and stabilize concrete surfaces such as driveways, sidewalks, garage floors, basement slabs, and more.
With PolyLevel® we can easily and quickly lift, level, and repaid cracked concrete for homes and commercial applications including:
- Cracked and Sunken Driveways
- Broken Concrete Sidewalks
- Crumbling Concrete Patios
- Sagging Pool Decks
- Cracks in Commercial Concrete
- Uneven Concrete Slabs
Why choose PolyLevel® for concrete lifting and leveling?
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Cracked, sunken, uneven concrete is not only unsightly, it continues to get worse with time.
Repairing concrete is cheaper than replacing, and usually is completed within the same day!
DBS Repair proudly serves Minnesota and Wisconsin homeowners in Superior, Duluth, Minneapolis,
Shoreview, Eau Claire, Two Harbors, and throughout the Duluth Superior Area.
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DBS Residential Solutions, Inc.
5116 Jean Duluth Road Suite 300
Duluth, MN 55803
218-955-7945
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6900 Shady Oak Rd Suite #120
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
763-634-8384
