Concrete Repair & Replacement in Annapolis
Are you a Maryland homeowner or business owner looking to remove and replace your cracked sidewalks, driveway, or patio with brand new concrete? Alliance Masonry offers both concrete replacement and concrete lifting services. We will either remove your old concrete and replace it with a new, pristine slab or lift and stabilize your existing concrete to address issues like sinking or unevenness.
Alliance Masonry is a Full-Service Concrete provider
Our concrete removal and replacement services include:
Concrete Sidewalks
Are your walkways uneven and developing cracks? Keep your family and pedestrians safe by installing a brand new concrete sidewalk, or opt for concrete lifting to address the issue without full replacement.
Concrete Driveways
Is your driveway damaged and falling apart? Our experienced team will design and install your new concrete driveway, or we can lift and stabilize your existing driveway to address sinking or cracking.
Concrete Slabs
What options do you have for addressing cracks or uneven slabs? Our concrete replacement service provides an alternative to maintaining cracked concrete surfaces like patios, garage floors, or other slabs. Alternatively, you can opt for concrete lifting to correct sinking or uneven slabs without requiring full replacement.
When should I replace cracked concrete?
Concrete that’s in good condition will be the most resistant to damage. Cracks and holes in concrete can lead to unevenness, which is a safety risk for everyone that uses it.
In a business or home setting, new concrete provides much more curb appeal than cracked and broken concrete.
In addition, concrete surfaces serve many purposes and one of them is support the weight placed on top of it. If the concrete is damaged, there will be a reduction in this functionality, which can lead to more serious issues in time.
Want Decorative Concrete?
Stamped concrete can help beautify your yard and give a different look to a patio or other outdoor area.
Why is my concrete sinking?
Many concrete problems are caused by the concrete settling unevenly. This places stress on the concrete, causing cracking.
Most likely, the concrete was originally poured onto soil that was not optimal and/or poorly compacted.
Erosion also might have played a role. If your yard does not slope away from the building, the water can pool and become stagnant around the concrete. The water can then intrude into the concrete and cause shrinkage and cracking when the ground and water freeze.
If the cracking caused by settlement isn’t severe enough to necessitate replacing the concrete, our concrete lifting services can remove the tripping hazards and, while not repairing the cracks, at least make them less unsightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is concrete lifting better for the environment?
Yes. Preserving and lifting intact concrete prevents tons of heavy construction waste from entering local landfills. It also reduces the carbon footprint associated with manufacturing, hauling, and pouring brand-new concrete when your existing slab still has years of service life remaining.
How do I know if my concrete can be lifted or if it needs complete replacement?
If your concrete is in large, solid pieces and the surface isn’t crumbling or flaking, it is generally a great candidate for concrete lifting. However, if the slab is fractured into many small fragments, scaling severely from salt damage, or structurally compromised, full replacement is the only reliable option. We conduct thorough site evaluations to give you a clear, honest recommendation.
How much can I save by choosing concrete lifting?
Concrete lifting typically saves 30% to 50% compared to a full tear-out and replacement because it requires less labor, no heavy demolition hauling, and fewer raw materials.
Will lifted concrete withstand local winter freeze-thaw cycles?
Yes, when performed by experienced local professionals. Specialized materials are injected underneath the slab to fill subterranean voids and lock out moisture. Without empty pockets beneath the slab for water to pool, winter freezing will not cause the same severe sinking and shifting.
How long does a new concrete driveway or slab last in Duluth?
A professionally poured concrete slab built on a properly compacted sub-base can easily last 30 years or more in Northern Minnesota. We engineer our pours specifically for local climate conditions using high-PSI concrete mixes and proper expansion joint spacing.
How soon can I use my driveway or sidewalk after service?
- Lifting: Walkway surfaces can be used immediately, while driveway surfaces are ready for vehicle traffic in just a few hours.
- Replacement: Foot traffic is safe after 24–48 hours, but passenger vehicles should remain off a newly poured concrete driveway for 7 to 10 days to allow full structural curing.
Contact Alliance Inc. When You Are Ready to Replace or Level Your Concrete
Call us at 667-786-4914 to schedule an appointment. We will sit down with you and discuss the options for repairing or replacing your concrete. Along with concrete repair and replacement, we also pour new concrete slabs. We serve a 60-mile radius around the Annapolis area