RESTORING A SETTLING CONCRETE PATIO NEAR A BACKYARD SHED
Backyard patios and storage areas are often overlooked until settlement becomes noticeable.
At this Orland Park property, the homeowner began noticing sections of the concrete patio near the shed had settled unevenly. The slab was no longer sitting properly, and areas of the patio had begun showing signs of movement and loss of support underneath.
While the concrete was still structurally sound, the homeowner wanted to correct the problem before additional settlement, cracking, or drainage issues developed.
Instead of replacing the patio, they chose polyurethane concrete lifting to restore the slab and stabilize the area beneath it.
The Challenge
The concrete patio beneath and around the backyard shed structure had begun settling due to changing soil conditions beneath the slab.
The homeowner was concerned about:
- Uneven concrete surfaces
- Continued settlement over time
- Water collecting around portions of the patio
- Potential cracking if movement continued
- Protecting the usability of the storage area
Like many concrete settlement problems, the issue wasn’t the slab itself.
The real problem was occurring underneath.
Over time:
- Soil beneath the patio had consolidated
- Small voids developed below portions of the slab
- Moisture movement contributed to loss of support
- Sections of concrete gradually settled out of position
The homeowner wanted to restore the patio before the problem became more extensive.
The Raise-Rite Solution
After evaluating the concrete patio, our team recommended polyurethane concrete lifting and stabilization.
This process allowed us to:
- Lift the settled sections of concrete
- Fill hidden voids beneath the slab
- Stabilize the supporting soils
- Restore a more uniform patio surface
- Help reduce the risk of future settlement
Rather than removing and replacing the patio, we were able to repair and preserve the existing concrete.
The Fix (3-Step Process)
Step 1: Drill
Small access holes were strategically drilled into the patio slab to access the voids beneath the concrete.
Step 2: Pump
High-density polyurethane foam was injected beneath the slab. As the material expanded, it filled empty spaces and carefully lifted the settled concrete back toward its proper elevation.
The foam also stabilized weak areas beneath the slab, providing long-term support.
Step 3: Patch
Once lifting was complete, the access holes were patched with a clean, durable repair, leaving the patio ready for normal use.
The Results
The completed project restored both function and stability to the backyard patio area.
The patio is now:
- More level and uniform
- Properly supported from below
- Stabilized against further settlement
- Better positioned for proper drainage
- Ready for everyday use
Most importantly, the homeowner avoided the expense and disruption of tearing out and replacing the existing concrete.
The patio now provides a stable surface for storage access and backyard activities while helping protect the long-term condition of the concrete.
WHY PATIOS SETTLE IN ORLAND PARK, IL
Concrete patios frequently settle throughout Orland Park due to:
- Soil consolidation beneath slabs
- Water erosion and washout
- Freeze-thaw cycles during Illinois winters
- Seasonal moisture changes
- Long-term soil movement
As support beneath the slab disappears, concrete begins settling unevenly and voids continue growing larger.
Concrete lifting addresses the root cause by restoring support beneath the slab rather than simply repairing the surface.
RAISE-RITE CONCRETE LIFTING IN ORLAND PARK, IL
Since 1974, Raise-Rite has completed more than 100,000 concrete lifting projects throughout Illinois.
We regularly repair:
- Backyard patios
- Shed slabs and storage areas
- Walkways and sidewalks
- Driveways
- Garage floors
- Front steps and entryways
If your patio or concrete slab has begun sinking, Raise-Rite can help restore it quickly without replacement.
For homeowners in the area, learn more about our Orland Park concrete lifting services: Orland Park
