Fast, Affordable, reliable Sidewalk Repair
Uneven walkways and tilted sidewalk slabs can be a serious liability. Whether it’s a trip hazard near your front step or a sunken section along the curb, Raise-Rite Concrete Lifting can help. We level sidewalks and walkways quickly using clean, fast-expanding polyurethane foam. No demolition. No damage to your lawn. And most importantly — no more hazards.
Why Do Walkways and Sidewalks Sink?
Walkways and sidewalks are exposed to the elements 24/7. Water runoff, erosion, poor soil compaction, and freeze-thaw cycles all play a part in causing slabs to settle or tilt over time. When the soil underneath shifts or washes away, the concrete loses its support — leading to dangerous edges, cracks, and gaps.
If your sidewalk isn’t the only surface that needs help, we also level driveways, garage floors, steps, patios, porches, slabs, interior floors, and pool decks. You can explore all residential leveling services here.
Why Home Owners Trust Raise-Rite
- 50+ Years of Experience (Est. 1974)
- 100,000+ Projects Completed
- 5-Year Warranty
- Family-Owned & Operated (3 Generations)
- Fast, Same-Day Results
- Renewable Foam (40% recycled content)
- Virtual Estimates Available – Just snap, upload, and get a quote
We’re not a franchise. We’re your neighbors. And we care about doing the job right.
What Are the Signs You Need Sidewalk or Walkway Leveling?
Sidewalk issues usually get worse over time. Watch for signs like:
One slab higher than the next
Cracks forming at joints or corners
Trip hazards near steps or driveways
Gaps between slabs or pulling away from the house
People stumbling or strollers/wheelchairs bumping at transitions
Our Fix: Quick, Clean Concrete Leveling with Foam
Step 1) Injection holes are strategically drilled around the areas where the concrete is sunken and requires lifting.
Step 2) Once everything is prepped, and the hose and material are in place, the polyurethane foam is injected through the holes. It expands to fill the space underneath the concrete slab, using the slab itself to drive the foam into the crevices, thereby lifting the concrete back to its original position.
Step 3) Once the concrete is stabilized and lifted to the proper position, the injection holes are filled with new cement, allowing you to use your surface immediately.
Polyurethane concrete raising uses a foam material that is injected under the slab. When the components of the material are mixed, a reaction causes the material to expand. This expanded foam fill any voids beneath the slab and raises the concrete. This material will never lose density, is permanent and weighs only about 2 pounds per cubic foot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most sidewalk leveling jobs are completed in under 2 hours and ready to walk on immediately.
Absolutely. Replacement is expensive, messy, and disruptive. We lift and level without tearing anything out. Concrete raising is usually half the cost of concrete replacement.
We can lift one, two, or several connected sections. Our team will assess and fix only what’s needed.
Yes — our leveling process helps restore safe, walkable surfaces and remove tripping hazards in line with ADA standards.
Will this fix slabs that have pulled away from my steps or foundation?
Yes, and we also offer step leveling if those have settled too.
Definitely. Clean, even sidewalks boost both safety and the appearance of your home’s exterior.
We offer a 5-year warranty on all concrete leveling jobs.
Still have questions? Check out our full FAQ page for more answers.
We Keep It Simple
We know how frustrating — and dangerous — uneven walkways can be. That’s why we offer a clean, fast solution you can trust. No major disruption. No long wait times. Just one visit, and the problem’s fixed.
What Our Customers Have to Say
Why Choose Raise-Rite
Serving Illinois since 1974
Over 50 years of experience lifting and leveling concrete across Chicagoland and beyond.
100,000+ Jobs Completed
We’ve helped more families and businesses fix their concrete than anyone else in the state.
$20M+ Saved vs. Replacement
Our concrete lifting service has saved customers millions by avoiding tear-outs and full replacements.
5-Year Warranty
We stand behind every concrete leveling job with a real warranty — no fine print, just peace of mind.
Family-Owned & Operated
Three generations working together to deliver honest work and long-lasting results.
We Train the Industry
Contractors across the country come to us to learn — when you hire Raise-Rite, you get the team that sets the standard.
We Manufacture the Tools
We build the same polyurethane foam and equipment used by top pros across the industry.
Residential, Commercial & Municipal Work
From homes to highways, we handle projects of all sizes — safely and professionally.
Proudly Based in Carol Stream, IL
We’re a local team using American-made tools and doing the job right, every time.
