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Transforming Uneven Concrete into Safe and Functional Spaces in Duluth, MN

Case Study

TRANSFORMING UNEVEN CONCRETE INTO SAFE AND FUNCTIONAL SPACES IN DULUTH, MN

A homeowner in Duluth, MN, recently contacted DBS with an urgent concern about heavy rainwater pooling dangerously near their home. This structural displacement posed an immediate risk of foundation water damage and potential flooding inside their basement.

Recently, a homeowner in Duluth, MN, contacted us with an urgent concern about rainwater pooling near their home, posing a risk of water damage and flooding in their basement. After reaching out to our Customer Care team, they were quickly scheduled for a home inspection to identify the source of the problem.

Our System Design Specialist conducted a thorough walkthrough and diagnosed the issue: the uneven and sinking concrete around the home was failing to direct water away from the foundation. With a clear understanding of the situation, we recommended PolyLevel®—a state-of-the-art solution designed to lift and stabilize sinking concrete. Unlike traditional mudjacking, PolyLevel® is a strong, durable, and minimally invasive alternative.

Our team worked with precision, drilling small holes in the designated areas of the concrete and injecting the PolyLevel® foam. As the foam expanded, it raised the concrete back to its original position while ensuring it sloped away from the house, effectively addressing the homeowner’s water concerns.

By the end of the day, the work area was clean, the concrete looked as good as new, and most importantly, the homeowner could relax knowing that water would now flow away from their home. This job, like all others we undertake at DBS, was completed with a commitment to providing a lasting solution rather than just a temporary fix. The relief and satisfaction from the homeowner were palpable, and it’s precisely why we do what we do.

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:

Why choose PolyLevel® for concrete lifting and leveling?

Rapid cure and minimal downtime: 
PolyLevel® sets quickly, allowing most surfaces to be fully usable within 15 minutes to an hour. Traditional methods like mudjacking or replacement can take days—or even weeks—before use.
More cost-effective than replacement:
Lifting and leveling with PolyLevel® eliminates the need for costly demolition and replacement, and is often more affordable than mudjacking.
Stabilizes the underlying soil: 
Unlike heavy cement-based methods that add weight to failing ground, PolyLevel® expands to fill voids and reinforce weak soils—addressing the root cause of settlement.
Clean, non-invasive installation: 
PolyLevel® requires small, discreet injection points and avoids the heavy equipment that can damage landscaping. The result is a cleaner repair with minimal disruption.
Reduced environmental impact: 
By restoring existing concrete instead of replacing it, PolyLevel® minimizes material waste and keeps debris out of landfills.

FAQs About PolyLevel®

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