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Spanish Fork Foundation Pros

Sidewalk Lifting in Spanish Fork, UT

Polyurethane foam injection fixes trip-hazard sidewalk slabs and uneven joints in Spanish Fork, fast and free to estimate.

  • 15+ Years local experience
  • 500+ Projects completed
  • Licensed & Insured

Serving Spanish Fork and nearby communities.

A lip between two sidewalk slabs doesn't just look bad, it's a trip hazard waiting for someone to catch a toe on it. Spanish Fork's seasonal soil movement shifts slab sections at different rates, and once one slab settles below its neighbor, the gap only gets worse. Spanish Fork Foundation Pros raises the low slab back to match with polyurethane foam injection instead of replacing the whole section.

This method works on private walkways and driveway-adjacent sidewalks where a quick, same-day fix beats tearing out and repouring concrete.

What's included

What's Included with Sidewalk Lifting

Typically included: slab-by-slab inspection, access hole drilling, foam injection, height matching between adjacent slabs, hole patching, final safety check.

Optional: joint sealant between slabs, surface protectant applied after patching.

Customer prep: keep the walkway clear of furniture, planters, or hoses on the day of the work.

How it works

How Our Sidewalk Lifting Process Works

  1. Sidewalk Inspection photo
    Step 1

    Sidewalk Inspection

    Crews identify trip hazards and measure the height difference between slabs.

  2. Access Hole Drilling photo
    Step 2

    Access Hole Drilling

    Small entry points go into the affected slab sections.

  3. Foam Injection photo
    Step 3

    Foam Injection

    Material gets injected to raise the low slab to a safe, matched level.

  4. Height Matching photo
    Step 4

    Height Matching

    Adjacent slabs get aligned so the lip disappears.

  5. Hole Patching photo
    Step 5

    Hole Patching

    Access points get sealed to restore a smooth, flush surface.

  6. Final Safety Check photo
    Step 6

    Final Safety Check

    The walkway gets reviewed to confirm proper alignment and safety.

Materials

Materials and Methods for Sidewalk Lifting

  • Polyurethane Foam photo

    Polyurethane Foam

    Raises slabs quickly, which matters for walkways that need to stay usable fast.

  • Patch Mix photo

    Patch Mix

    Fills access holes so the repair sits flush with the rest of the slab.

  • Joint Sealant photo

    Joint Sealant

    Reseals the gap between slabs once height matching is complete.

  • Surface Protectant photo

    Surface Protectant

    Helps guard the repaired joint against freeze-thaw cycling each winter.

  • Alignment Gauge photo

    Alignment Gauge

    Measures slab height differences to confirm the lip is actually gone.

  • Bonding Primer photo

    Bonding Primer

    Improves patch adhesion to the original concrete around each access hole.

Timeline

How long does a Sidewalk Lifting take?

Sidewalk lifting is typically a short, same-day job per section.

  1. 01

    Inspection and estimate

    same day
  2. 02

    Foam injection and lift

    1–3 hours
  3. 03

    Hole patching

    same day
  4. 04

    Walkable again

    a few hours after injection

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Codes & permits

Permits and Codes for Sidewalk Lifting

Check with Spanish Fork or Utah County if the affected sidewalk section is part of the public right-of-way.

Typically needs a permitOften no permit
Lifting work on a public right-of-way sidewalk sectionPrivate walkway or driveway-adjacent sidewalk lifting
Sidewalk repair tied to a larger structural foundation jobJoint resealing and patching after the lift

DIY vs pro

DIY vs Hiring a Pro for Sidewalk Lifting

DIYHire a pro
Grinding down a small lip as a temporary trip-hazard fixActually raising the low slab instead of grinding down the high one
Sealing hairline surface cracks with a concrete fillerInjection equipment and technique needed to lift without cracking the slab
—Matching height precisely across multiple slab joints

FAQs

Sidewalk Lifting FAQs

Why did my sidewalk slab sink unevenly?

Each slab section settles at its own rate depending on the soil directly beneath it, so one slab can sink while its neighbor stays put, creating a lip at the joint.

Is grinding down the lip a real fix?

Grinding removes the trip hazard temporarily but doesn't stop the slab from settling further, and it won't fix the underlying lean or unevenness.

How much does sidewalk lifting cost?

Cost depends on how many slabs need lifting and how large the height difference is. Single-slab fixes are the least expensive option.

Do I need a permit for sidewalk lifting?

Private sidewalks usually don't need one. Public right-of-way sections often do, so check with the city first.

How long until the sidewalk is safe to walk on?

Most sidewalks are safely walkable within a few hours of the foam injection.

Next step

Get a Sidewalk Lifting Estimate in Spanish Fork

Call (385) 437-6742 or request a free estimate. Spanish Fork Foundation Pros can usually fix a trip-hazard slab in a single visit.

Before & after

Before and After Sidewalk Lifting

  • Sidewalk Lifting photo
    Before
  • Sidewalk Lifting photo
    After

Ask about Sidewalk Lifting

Tell us about the project and how to reach you.

Call (385) 437-6742