Swimming Pool Deck Repairs

Slab Lifting & Stabilization (Before & After)

🏡 Fixing a Sunken Pool Deck Without Replacement

When concrete around your pool begins to sink, crack, or shift, it’s not just a cosmetic issue—it becomes a serious safety and structural concern.

In this Mountain Brook, AL project, a section of the pool deck had dropped significantly due to soil movement and voids underneath the slab.

👉 Instead of replacing the concrete, we used a lifting and stabilization method to restore it.

🚨 The Before: Dropped & Uneven Concrete

The problem included:

• Concrete slab dropped up to ~2 inches
• Raised edges and uneven transitions
• Hollow voids underneath the slab
• Trip hazards and unsafe walking surface

👉 A common issue caused by water washing out soil beneath concrete.

🛠️ The Solution: Lift, Stabilize, Reinforce

Step 1: Identify Problem Areas

• Located all sunken and hollow sections
• Determined extent of voids beneath slab

Step 2: Excavation Under Slab

• Dug underneath affected sections
• Exposed voids and unstable areas

Step 3: Concrete Lifting (Jacking)

• Installed two jacks for controlled lifting
• Raised slab back into level position

Step 4: Structural Stabilization

• Filled underneath with:
  • Concrete
  • Brick
  • Block material

👉 Created a solid, stable base

Step 5: Sealing & Finishing

• Filled cracks
• Smoothed transitions
• Backfilled surrounding areas

✅ The After: Level, Solid, and Safe

The finished result:

• Fully leveled concrete surface
• No more voids underneath
• Strong structural support
• Improved safety around pool
• Clean, uniform appearance

👉 All achieved without replacing the concrete

🎯 Why This Method Is Better Than Replacement

Advantages:

• 💰 Lower cost
• 🎨 No color mismatch
• ⚡ Faster turnaround
• 🧱 Preserves existing concrete
• 🔧 Targets the actual problem (voids)

🧠 What Causes Concrete to Sink?

Common causes include:

• Water washing out soil beneath slab
• Poor base preparation
• Drainage issues
• Soil settling over time

👉 These problems can worsen if ignored.

🏊 Why Pool Deck Repairs Are Critical

Around pools, uneven concrete is especially dangerous:

• Slip and fall risk
• Tripping hazards
• Water-related erosion increases damage

👉 Fixing it early prevents bigger issues.

🧱 Our Concrete Repair Services

We provide:

• Concrete lifting and leveling
• Pool deck repair
• Driveway and patio repair
• Void filling and stabilization
• Crack repair and sealing

Serving:
Mountain Brook, AL, Birmingham, Vestavia Hills, Homewood, and surrounding areas

📞 Restore Your Concrete Without Replacement

If your concrete is sinking or uneven, you may not need to replace it.

👉 Contact us today for an evaluation
👉 We’ll determine if lifting and stabilization is the right solution

❓ FAQ Section

Can sunken concrete be lifted instead of replaced?

Yes, in many cases slabs can be lifted and stabilized without full replacement.

What causes concrete to sink?

Most often, soil erosion or voids underneath the slab.

Is this cheaper than replacement?

Yes, typically significantly more cost-effective.

Will the repair last?

When properly stabilized, repairs can last many years.