West Jordan Foundation Pros
Patio Lifting in Salt Lake City, UT
Patio lifting in Salt Lake City with polyurethane foam: level sunken patio slabs, stop pooling water near the foundation, free estimates.
- 15+ Years local experience
- 500+ Projects completed
- Licensed & Insured
Serving West Jordan and nearby communities.
Patio lifting raises a sunken patio slab back to level using polyurethane foam injection, correcting the low spots that cause water to pool instead of drain away from the house. It's a quick fix compared to removing and repouring the whole patio, and it doesn't touch anything structural about the home's foundation.
Salt Lake City backyards see the same freeze-thaw soil movement that affects driveways, and a patio slab pitched the wrong direction after settling can send water right back toward the foundation instead of away from it. West Jordan Foundation Pros checks the slab's pitch as well as its level, since lifting a patio without correcting slope just moves the pooling problem somewhere else on the same slab.
What's included
What's included with Patio Lifting
Typically included: patio assessment, access point drilling, foam injection at settled sections, level verification, hole patching.
Optional: slope correction to redirect water away from the foundation, joint filler at expansion joints.
Customer prep: clear patio furniture, planters, and grills off the slab before the crew arrives.
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How our Patio Lifting process works
Step 1Patio Assessment
Uneven or settled patio sections are identified for repair.
Step 2Access Point Drilling
Small holes are made at key points across the patio surface.
Step 3Foam Injection
Expanding material is injected to raise the settled sections.
Step 4Level Verification
Elevation is checked throughout the lifting process for accuracy.
Step 5Hole Patching
Access points are filled and smoothed to match the patio surface.
Step 6Final Walkthrough
The patio is inspected to confirm a level, stable finish.
Materials
Materials and methods for Patio Lifting
Polyurethane Foam
Lifts patio slabs with minimal disruption to surrounding landscaping or adjacent foundation walls.
Patch Compound
Fills and finishes drilled access holes smoothly to match the existing patio surface.
Joint Filler
Restores expansion joints after the lifting process so slabs can still shift seasonally without cracking.
Surface Sealant
Guards the patio against moisture and surface wear through Utah's freeze-thaw winters.
Leveling Tools
Used to verify consistent elevation across the patio, not just at one injection point.
Bonding Agent
Enhances adhesion between patch material and existing concrete around each access hole.
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How long does a Patio Lifting take?
Most patio lifting jobs wrap up in a single visit, with the slab usable again the same day.
- 01
Patio assessment
same day - 02
Access drilling and foam injection
1–3 hoursdepending on slab size
- 03
Level verification
during the injection process
- 04
Hole patching
same visit
- 05
Cure time before foot traffic
a few hours
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Permits and codes for Patio Lifting
Check with Salt Lake County or your city if the patio sits close to a shared property line or easement.
| Typically needs a permit | Often no permit |
|---|---|
| Patio work tied into a regrading plan that affects drainage near a property line | Polyurethane foam injection and leveling with no structural change |
| — | Access hole drilling and patching |
| — | Joint filler and surface sealant application |
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DIY vs hiring a pro for Patio Lifting
| DIY | Hire a pro |
|---|---|
| Filling small cosmetic cracks in the patio surface | Lifting a slab evenly across multiple low points, which a single DIY injection point can't achieve |
| Clearing debris from expansion joints to keep water moving through them | Correcting slope direction so water actually moves away from the foundation after the lift |
| — | Avoiding overshoot that cracks pavers or the slab edge during injection |
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What does a Patio Lifting cost in Salt Lake City?
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Get a Patio Lifting estimate in Salt Lake City
Call (385) 249-2801 or request a free estimate. West Jordan Foundation Pros can usually level a sunken patio in a single visit.
When to call
When to call for Patio Lifting
Call before pooling water near the foundation turns into a basement moisture problem.
- Water pooling on the patio after rain or snowmelt instead of draining away
- A patio sloping toward the house instead of away from the foundation
- Visible gaps or unevenness at slab joints
- A section of patio noticeably lower than it was last season
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Before and after Patio Lifting
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After
FAQs
Patio Lifting FAQs
Is foam concrete lifting cheaper than tearing out and replacing a patio?
Typically. Polyurethane foam injection costs a fraction of full slab demolition and replacement since the existing concrete stays in place.
Why does my patio slope toward the house instead of away?
Soil settling unevenly under one side of the patio slab over time can tilt the pitch toward the foundation instead of away, especially after a few freeze-thaw cycles.
How long does patio lifting take?
Most patio lifts complete within a few hours during one visit, including drilling, injection, level verification, and patching.
Do I need a permit for patio lifting?
Usually not, since no structural change occurs. Check locally if the patio sits near a shared property line or an easement.
Can water pooling on my patio actually affect my foundation?
Yes. If the patio slopes toward the house, that water ends up against the foundation wall instead of draining away, which can contribute to basement moisture issues over time.
Will the patio sink again after it's lifted?
The foam fills the void causing the settling without adding significant weight, so it typically holds. If drainage nearby is still a problem, that should be addressed too.
Can I DIY a patio lift with a store-bought kit?
It's not recommended. Getting even lift across multiple low points and correcting slope direction takes equipment and experience a basic kit doesn't provide.
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