Slab Jacking & Concrete Lifting in Bloomington, IL
Scritchlow Concrete Lifting and Slab Jacking provides professional slab jacking, concrete lifting, mud jacking, void filling, and related concrete repair services throughout Bloomington, Illinois.
Uneven driveways, sidewalks, patios, garage floors, and other concrete slabs can develop when soil settles, erodes, washes out, or loses support beneath the concrete. We evaluate the slab and surrounding site conditions before recommending lifting, filling, repair, drainage improvements, or replacement.
Concrete Lifting Services in Bloomington, IL
Settled concrete does not always need to be removed and replaced. When the existing slab remains structurally suitable, concrete lifting or slab jacking may help restore elevation and improve support beneath the surface.
Scritchlow evaluates settlement, cracking, underlying voids, soil conditions, drainage, and surrounding elevations before recommending an appropriate repair method.
Common Bloomington projects include:
- Sunken driveways
- Uneven sidewalks and walkways
- Garage floors
- Patios and outdoor concrete
- Concrete steps and entrances
- Commercial sidewalks and pedestrian areas
- Voids beneath concrete slabs
Common Concrete Problems in Bloomington, Illinois
Concrete settlement in Bloomington can develop for several reasons. Changes in soil moisture, freeze-thaw cycles, drainage problems, erosion, poorly compacted fill, and water movement beneath or around a slab can all reduce support over time.
Once support beneath the concrete changes, sections of a driveway, sidewalk, patio, or garage floor may begin to sink or become uneven.
- Concrete slabs settling toward joints or edges
- Uneven sidewalk sections creating trip hazards
- Driveways dropping near garages or sidewalks
- Voids forming beneath slabs
- Water collecting near settled concrete
- Cracks developing as slabs move independently
- Concrete settling around entrances and steps
Driveway & Patio Concrete Lifting in Bloomington, IL
Driveway Concrete Lifting & Repair in Bloomington, IL
Sunken or uneven driveway slabs are a common concrete problem for Bloomington property owners. Settlement can create uneven joints, trip hazards, gaps near the garage, and areas where water collects around the concrete.
When the existing driveway slab remains in suitable condition, concrete lifting or slab jacking may be able to raise the settled section and restore support beneath the concrete without removing the entire driveway.
Scritchlow evaluates the condition of the slab, cracking, settlement, drainage, soil support, and surrounding grades before recommending whether lifting, repair, or replacement is appropriate.
Learn more: Can a Sunken Concrete Driveway Be Lifted Instead of Replaced in Bloomington, IL?
Patio Concrete Lifting & Repair in Bloomington, IL
Settled patio slabs can create uneven walking surfaces and may change the way water drains around a home or outdoor living area.
Scritchlow evaluates patio settlement, voids beneath the slab, drainage, cracking, surrounding elevations, and the overall condition of the concrete to determine whether the existing patio may be suitable for lifting.
Depending on the condition of the concrete, the appropriate solution may include concrete lifting, slab jacking, void filling, drainage improvements, repair, or replacement.
How Slab Jacking Works in Bloomington
Slab jacking is one method used to lift and support settled concrete. Small access holes are created in the slab, and lifting material is introduced beneath the concrete to fill unsupported areas and carefully raise the slab toward the desired elevation.
Step 1: Drilling
Scritchlow Concrete Lifting and Slab Jacking drill 1-5/8″ holes in strategic locations on each piece of concrete to be lifted. The locations, spacing and quantity are all determined based on your individual site conditions. This custom approach ensures accurate and controlled lifts that result in a more accurate finished product.
Step 2: Lifting
Scritchlow Concrete Lifting and Slab Jacking use specialized pumping equipment that enables us to control both the speed of the lift, as well as the pressure involved. This ability enables us to have extremely accurate control of each piece of concrete, ensuring a finished product you can be proud of.
Step 3: Patching
Scritchlow Concrete Lifting and Slab Jacking use a special reinforced poly mortar to patch our holes. This special blend is actually water resistant. This helps to ensure the hole plugs do not “pop” in our winter climate.
If you own a property in Bloomington and are dealing with uneven concrete, sinking sidewalks, settled driveways, patios, or garage floors, Scritchlow can evaluate the slab and surrounding site conditions and explain the available repair options.
Depending on the condition of the concrete, the appropriate solution may involve concrete lifting, slab jacking, void filling, drainage improvements, joint repair, or replacement.
Why Bloomington Property Owners Choose Scritchlow
- Local concrete lifting and slab jacking experience
- Evaluation of settlement, drainage, soil, and void conditions
- Multiple repair and replacement options
- Residential and commercial concrete capabilities
- Concrete lifting, drainage, and site-work experience
- Free property evaluations
Recognized in Bloomington-Normal
Ryan Scritchlow was named the 2026 Best of Readers’ Choice Awards Winner for Best Contractor/Remodeler in Bloomington-Normal.
We appreciate the recognition from the local community and remain focused on helping Bloomington property owners understand the cause of settled concrete, the condition of their slab, and the repair options available for their property.
Bloomington Concrete Lifting FAQs
Get answers to common questions about standing water, drainage problems, erosion, runoff, concrete settlement, and water management solutions.