Sandy Foundation Pros
Driveway Lifting in Sandy, UT
Driveway lifting in Sandy, UT fixes sunken slabs near the garage with polyurethane foam. Same-day lifts, free estimates.
- 15+ Years local experience
- 500+ Projects completed
- Licensed & Insured
Serving Sandy and nearby communities.
Why does the driveway sink near the garage every winter? Freeze-thaw cycling washes out the base soil right where the driveway meets the garage apron. That gap tends to widen year over year if nothing fills the void underneath. It's one of the most common calls Sandy Foundation Pros gets heading into spring.
We lift sunken driveway slabs back to grade with polyurethane foam injected through dime-sized holes, matching the slab height to the garage threshold so the trip edge or gap closes for good.
What's included
What's included with Driveway Lifting
Typically included: slab assessment, drill holes, foam injection, grade matching to the garage threshold, hole patching.
Optional: joint resealing, surface sealant, soil regrading near the driveway edge.
Customer prep: move vehicles off the driveway before the scheduled visit.
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How our Driveway Lifting process works
Step 1Driveway Inspection
Sunken or sloped sections are identified for correction.
Step 2Access Drilling
Small holes are drilled at strategic points along the driveway.
Step 3Foam Injection
Expanding foam is pumped beneath the slab to raise it evenly.
Step 4Slope Correction
The surface is adjusted to restore proper drainage direction.
Step 5Hole Sealing
Drilled holes are patched to blend with the existing surface.
Step 6Surface Review
The driveway is inspected for even, stable elevation.
Materials
Materials and methods for Driveway Lifting
Garage aprons take the worst of the freeze-thaw washout each winter, so the fix needs to hold through repeated seasons, not just one.
Polyurethane Foam
Lifts the slab without adding the extra weight that speeds up future settling.
Concrete Patch Mix
Seals the drill holes so the surface matches the rest of the driveway.
Joint Sealant
Reseals expansion joints disturbed during the injection process.
Surface Sealer
Guards the lifted area against the next season's moisture cycling.
Leveling Equipment
Confirms the slab height matches the garage threshold exactly.
Bonding Primer
Helps the patch material bond to the existing concrete edge.
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How long does a Driveway Lifting take?
Most driveway lifts are a same-day job and the driveway is usable again within hours.
- 01
Consult and assessment
same day - 02
Foam injection and lift
1–2 hours - 03
Patching
same visit
- 04
Cure to drive-ready
a few hours
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Permits and codes for Driveway Lifting
Confirm with Sandy City or Salt Lake County for anything involving the street-side section of the driveway.
| Typically needs a permit | Often no permit |
|---|---|
| Full driveway replacement or new pour | Lifting an existing driveway slab |
| Work affecting the public right-of-way at the street | Patching and resealing after a lift |
| — | Minor joint repair |
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DIY vs hiring a pro for Driveway Lifting
| DIY | Hire a pro |
|---|---|
| Filling a hairline surface crack with patch compound is fine on an otherwise stable driveway | Filling the trip edge at the garage with sand or gravel doesn't address the void under the slab, it just hides it temporarily |
| Clearing debris from an expansion joint is reasonable routine upkeep | Foam injection fills the actual gap causing the sink, which is why the fix holds through the next winter |
| — | Getting the slab height to match the garage threshold precisely needs measured, monitored lifting, not a visual guess |
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When to call for Driveway Lifting
Call Sandy Foundation Pros for a free estimate before another freeze-thaw season.
- A visible gap or trip edge where the driveway meets the garage
- A driveway that's sunk a little more each winter
- Water pooling at the low point instead of draining toward the street
- Cracks opening wider where the slab has started to tilt
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Driveway Lifting FAQs
Why is my driveway sinking near the garage every winter?
Freeze-thaw cycling washes out the base soil under the slab edge, and without fill, that void grows a little more each season.
How much does driveway lifting cost in Sandy?
Cost depends on slab area and how much void space needs filling. Most jobs cost a fraction of a full driveway replacement.
How long does driveway lifting take?
Most jobs finish in a single visit, with the driveway drivable again within a few hours.
Do I need a permit to lift my driveway?
Lifting an existing slab usually doesn't require a permit. A full replacement or work near the street sometimes does.
Is polyurethane foam better than mudjacking for driveways?
Foam resists water re-absorption better than mud mix, which matters directly for a slab that deals with freeze-thaw cycling every winter.
Will my driveway sink again after lifting?
A properly filled void shouldn't recur from the same cause, though ongoing drainage problems at the same spot can still affect it later.
What's typically included in a driveway lifting job?
Slab assessment, foam injection, grade matching to the garage, and hole patching. Joint resealing is usually an optional add-on.
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