Before & After Photos

In Cedar Rapids, IA, this homeowner's driveway faced cracking and settling issues that were worsening over time. The goal was to repair it before ita full replacement became necessary. As seen in the before photo, aging concrete can become a major concern. Our team at MidAmerica Basement Systems stepped in with a lasting solution. By utilizing our PolyLevel system, we stabilized and lifted the concrete efficiently. We added the NexusPro Joint Sealant to protect against further water intrusion, and applied SealantPro to extend the surface's longevity. The impressive transformation in the after photo reflects 35+ years of putting our customers first. 

Uneven concrete in Cedar Rapids was turning this homeowner’s walkway into a trip-hazard obstacle course. MidAmerica Basement Systems to the rescue! We used our PolyLevel system to lift and stabilize the settling slabs, then finished the job with NexusPro joint sealant for long-term protection. Check out the transformation: from a "watch your step" eyesore to a perfectly level, worry-free stroll.

Following an accidental fall, a Cedar Rapids, Iowa homeowner faced significant safety hazards navigating the sunken, uneven concrete pathway around their property. Differential slab settlement had created raised concrete edges and open cracks, making the walkway dangerous to traverse, particularly for someone using a walker. System Design Specialist Shawn Conaway inspected the exterior flatwork and identified sub-slab soil erosion as the root cause of the settlement. Shawn designed a non-destructive concrete repair plan combining PolyLevel® Concrete Leveling with NexusPro® Joint Sealant through MidAmerica Basement Systems.

Foreman Ricky Sigala and crew member Jaylen mobilized to execute the precision lifting and sealing process. First, Ricky and Jaylen drilled dime-sized injection ports through the settled concrete slabs. They inserted injection nozzles and pumped a two-part expansion geopolymer foam beneath the concrete. Upon injection, the high-density liquid expanded, compacting weak subgrade soils and exerting upward hydraulic pressure to lift the sunken slabs back flush with the surrounding pathway.

Once the walkway was fully leveled, the team cleaned out all open joints and surface cracks, applying NexusPro Joint Sealant across the entire path. This silicone-based sealant cures quickly, resists harsh UV exposure, and remains permanently flexible, preventing future rainwater from washing away the subgrade soil. The crew capped the small injection holes with matching concrete compound and thoroughly cleaned the site. The restored pathway completely eliminated trip hazards, providing the homeowner with a smooth, safe, and fully accessible walkway.

Wash-out are commonly found under concrete slabs, making it unstable, and leads to sinking and caving into the void. PolyLevel helps fill the void and provides a stable area for the concrete. PolyLevel uses high-density polymers that react to fill in the void, and expand to lift, level and stabilize concrete. The high capacity lifting strength allows for the concrete stairs to effortlessly lift and stabilize, using a waterproof material that will not wash out like soil.

Gregg had noticed that the steps to the front porch had begun to slope to the right, making it an unexpected shift for those who visit his home. As he took a closer look, he also discovered many tripping hazards throughout the sidewalk. He decided it was time to reach out for help, and contacted MidAmerica Basement Systems. PolyLevel was introduced to lift, level and stabilize the sunken concrete. PolyLevel uses small injection ports that allows for the material to fill the voids, expand to lift the concrete, and stabilize the slabs. Gregg now has an entrance to his home that is safe for everyone to access.