Concrete Repair & Restoration

When Should You Repair vs Replace Concrete?

Not every damaged concrete surface needs to be torn out and replaced. We evaluate your concrete honestly and tell you which approach makes the most sense. Minor surface damage, small cracks, and isolated spalling can often be repaired at a fraction of the cost of replacement.

Good candidates for repair include concrete with hairline cracks, surface scaling, isolated damage, or minor settling. If the underlying structure is still sound and the damage is cosmetic or limited, repair is usually the smart choice. You save money and avoid the mess of complete removal and replacement.

However, some concrete is beyond repair. Extensive cracking, major settling, structural failure, or concrete that has reached the end of its lifespan needs replacement. We never recommend repairs that will only last a year or two. If replacement is the right answer, we tell you upfront and explain why.

Common Concrete Problems We Fix

We handle all types of concrete damage and deterioration throughout Pacifica:

• •Cracks: Hairline cracks, wide structural cracks, and settling cracks
• •Spalling and scaling: Surface flaking and concrete deterioration from freeze-thaw or poor finishing
• •Sunken or settled sections: Uneven concrete caused by soil settling or erosion
• •Broken edges and corners: Damaged areas along edges of slabs
• •Discoloration and staining: Surface stains from rust, oil, or mineral deposits
• •Drainage problems: Standing water or improper slope causing ongoing damage

Each type of damage requires a specific repair approach. We match repair methods to the problem so the fix lasts. Quick patch jobs might look okay for a few months but fail quickly. Proper repairs using the right materials and techniques blend in and hold up for years.

Professional Repair Methods

We use different repair techniques depending on the type and extent of damage. Crack repair might involve routing and sealing, epoxy injection, or stitching with rebar. Surface damage can be addressed with resurfacing overlays, micro-toppings, or patching compounds.

For sunken concrete, we use slab jacking or mud jacking to lift and level settled sections. This is much less expensive than replacement and can be done in a day. The process involves pumping material under the slab to raise it back to the correct height.

Resurfacing gives old, worn concrete a fresh new surface without removing the existing slab. We clean and prep the old concrete, apply a bonding agent, and place a new layer of concrete or polymer overlay. This works great for driveways, patios, and walkways with surface damage but good structural integrity.

Why Proper Concrete Repairs Matter

DIY concrete repair products from the hardware store rarely last more than a season or two. They do not bond well, they shrink and crack, and they wash out quickly. Professional repairs cost more upfront but save money in the long run by actually fixing the problem.

We use commercial-grade repair materials designed for long-term durability. Surface prep is critical for any repair. We clean, profile, and prepare the existing concrete so repair materials bond properly. We also address underlying causes like drainage or base problems that led to the damage in the first place.

Small problems become big problems if ignored. A minor crack allows water intrusion that leads to more cracking. Spalling gets worse with every winter. Early repairs prevent damage from spreading and extend the life of your concrete by years.