Why Georgia's Soil Makes Concrete Sink And How PolyLevel Fixes It
If you’ve noticed your driveway, sidewalk, or patio starting to sink or crack, you’re not alone. Across Atlanta and throughout Georgia, concrete settlement is one of the most common problems homeowners face. But why does it happen here so often? The answer lies right under our feet in Georgia’s unique soil.
In this blog, we’ll explain why our clay-heavy soil causes sinking concrete and how PolyLevel concrete repair in Atlanta provides a permanent, cost-effective solution.
Georgia’s Red Clay: A Recipe for Concrete Settlement
Georgia’s soil is known for its signature red clay. While it’s great for crops and landscaping, it creates big challenges for concrete. Here’s why:
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Expansive clay: Expands when wet, shrinks when dry, constantly moving concrete slabs.
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Heavy rainfall: Atlanta’s storms wash away soil and create voids under concrete.
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Hot summers & droughts: Dry spells cause the clay to contract, leaving gaps beneath slabs.
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Poor soil compaction: Improperly compacted fill dirt compresses over time, leading to sinking concrete.
The result? Sunken, cracked, or uneven concrete that only gets worse over time.
Common Areas of Sinking Concrete in Atlanta
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Driveways
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Sidewalks & walkways
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Patios & pool decks
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Garage floors
All of these areas are highly visible and can create trip hazards, water drainage issues, and reduced curb appeal.
How PolyLevel Concrete Repair Works
Instead of tearing out and replacing concrete or using outdated mudjacking, PolyLevel® offers a modern, clean solution.
The process:
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Drill small holes in the slab.
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Inject expanding polyurethane foam beneath the concrete.
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Foam fills voids, compacts weak soil, and lifts the slab back into place.
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Patch the holes for a nearly invisible finish.
Why Atlanta Homeowners Choose PolyLevel
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Lightweight but strong: Won’t add stress to weak soil.
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Waterproof & durable: Won’t wash out during heavy Georgia rains.
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Fast installation: Most projects completed in just hours.
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Long-lasting results: Stabilizes the soil for a permanent fix.
Schedule Your Free Concrete Repair Estimate
If your driveway, sidewalk, or patio is sinking, Georgia’s soil is likely to blame. But with PolyLevel concrete repair from Atlanta Basement Systems, you don’t have to settle for cracked, uneven slabs.
Call today or request your free inspection online to lift, level, and restore your home’s concrete for good.
