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Repair, Don't Replace Your Sunken Concrete

A-1 Concrete Leveling, Lifting & Repair in Southeast Michigan, MI

Lift your settled concrete back to a safer, more even position with A‑1's ControlLevel™ system, available throughout Southeast Michigan and the surrounding areas.

With A-1, you can:

  • Save Up to 70%*
  • Use Concrete the Same Day**
  • Avoid the hassle of tear-out & replacement
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Southeast Michigan

Contact A-1 Southeast Michigan

Your local A‑1 crew provides services in Southeast Michigan and the surrounding areas that lift sunken concrete, repair and seal caulking joints and cracks, clean dirt and debris from the surface and add a protective layer with sealant.

Name: A‑1 Concrete Leveling Southeast Michigan

Phone: (734) 482-2530

Email: mich-tol@a1concrete.com

Hours: 8am–5pm weekdays

Locally Owned Since 1995
Licensed & Insured

What Concrete Can A-1 Lift in Southeast Michigan?

Not sure whether your concrete can be lifted? A‑1 raises common residential and commercial concrete surfaces, including:

Driveway LevelingDriveway Leveling
Sidewalk & Walkway LevelingSidewalk & Walkway Leveling
Patio & Porch LevelingPatio & Porch Leveling
Steps & Stoop LevelingSteps & Stoop Leveling
Garage & Interior Floor LevelingGarage & Interior Floor Leveling
Pool Deck LevelingPool Deck Leveling
Managing property, running a business, or responsible for public concrete? A-1 works with local commercial, HOA, and other professionals to lift concrete. Learn More

Save up to 70% vs. replacement

A‑1 Concrete Leveling Costs in Southeast Michigan

Most residential ControlLevel™ jobs fall somewhere between $1,100 and $1,500.

The exact cost of any concrete leveling project varies based on factors like: the size of the full affected area, the size of the void beneath, and how far the slab has dropped. Getting a free, on-site estimate gives you an exact price and options to consider so you can make the most informed decision.

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Three Ways to Fix Sunken Concrete in Southeast Michigan

In many cases, repairing your concrete by lifting is quicker and more cost-effective than replacement. But, some concrete genuinely does need replacing, and we'll tell you when.

Exclusive to A-1ControlLevel™
Foam Leveling
Replacement
What's Used?
ControlLevel™

All-natural, limestone-based stone slurry

Foam Leveling

Expanding polyurethane (synthetic) foam

Replacement

All-new concrete

Avg Job Cost
ControlLevel™

$1,100–$1,500

(up to 70% less than replacement)

Foam Leveling

$1,350–$2,250

(20–50% more than ControlLevel)

Replacement

$3,700–$5,000+

When Can I Use?
ControlLevel™

Often same day

(walk immediately, drive within 24 hours)

Foam Leveling

Same day

Replacement

Once poured, it takes ~28 days to reach max strength

Risk of Over-lift
ControlLevel™

Low

The material is adjusted in real time for maximum precision

Foam Leveling

Medium

Foam can be unpredictable, expanding after it's injected

Replacement

Lowest

Brand new slabs benefit from proper placement and setup

How A-1 Lifts Settled Concrete

The ControlLevel™ System

ControlLevel

ControlLevel™ is A‑1's standard for concrete lifting, refined since 1982. You may have heard concrete leveling called mudjacking, mud jacking, slabjacking, concrete jacking, or polyjacking. Whatever you call it, the goal is the same, and ControlLevel™ is how A‑1 does it: specialized equipment, a limestone-based stone slurry, trained technicians, and a controlled process that responds to the conditions beneath each slab.

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  1. 1Drill Small Holes
  2. 2Lift the Slab
  3. 3Forget It's There

Small holes are drilled at carefully selected points, and the stone slurry is pumped beneath the slab at a slow, controlled pace. As empty spaces fill, the technician monitors and adjusts the lift. Once the slab reaches the best practical position, the holes are patched and the work area is cleaned.

Together, those elements give A‑1 greater control over the flow of material and the pace of the lift, helping us raise settled concrete carefully, minimize disruption, and avoid unnecessary tear-out.

Concrete Repair Services in Southeast Michigan

Concrete Leveling
Concrete Leveling

Raise settled concrete to a safer, more even position with A‑1's exclusive ControlLevel™ System.

Foam Leveling
Foam Leveling

Polyurethane foam leveling, also called polyjacking, for select projects. A‑1 chooses the best method for your concrete.

Concrete Caulking
Concrete Caulking

Seal open joints and cracks to help limit water intrusion while allowing seasonal movement.

Concrete Cleaning
Concrete Cleaning

Clean built-up dirt, algae, and staining from the concrete you already have.

Concrete Sealing
Concrete Sealing

Seal the surface so water, salt, and everyday wear soak in more slowly. It's the maintenance step that buys a slab years.

Foundation Repair
Foundation Repair

Stabilize and support settling foundations. Ask your local A‑1 team about foundation repair options.

Concrete Repair for Southeast Michigan Homeowners and Commercial Businesses

Based in Southeast Michigan, your A‑1 team is the exclusive provider of the ControlLevel™ system, lifting settled slabs around Oakland County, East Lansing and Novi and the surrounding areas back to a safer, more even position without the cost and disruption of tear-out and replacement.

Some of the best parts of life in Southeast Michigan are outdoors: places like Comerica Park, Michigan State Capitol and Middlegrounds Metropark. Your own driveway and patio should be as safe as the places around them, so A‑1 levels uneven concrete before a small trip hazard becomes a bigger problem.

Communities A-1 Serves in Southeast Michigan
Ann ArborDetroitLansingOakland CountyEast LansingNoviTroyRoyal OakToledo, OHSylvania, OHNapoleon, OHMaumee, OH

Counties: Oakland · Wayne · Livingston · Macomb · St. Clair · Calhoun · Hillsdale · Ingham · Jackson · Lenawee · Monroe · Washtenaw · Clinton · Eaton · Gratiot · Ionia · Shiawassee (MI) · Fulton · Hancock · Henry · Lucas · Ottawa · Putnam · Sandusky · Seneca · Wood · Wyandot (OH)

Don't see your city? Call (734) 482-2530 to find out if A‑1 services your area!

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Why Concrete Sinks in Southeast Michigan

LOCAL SOIL Lake-Plain Clay And Inland Loam Southeast Michigan lake plain
AVG ANNUAL RAINFALL 29–35″ across the service area
NIGHTS AT/BELOW FREEZING 112–142 nights across the service area
PEAK FREEZE-THAW WINDOW November–March across the service area

Sunken concrete in areas like Ann Arbor or Detroit usually starts below the surface: the soil beneath a slab shifts, erodes, or can no longer support it evenly. Water can enter through open joints, cracks, and slab edges. As it moves through the ground, soil may soften or wash away, leaving empty spaces beneath the concrete. Without consistent support, part of the slab begins sinking. Seasonal freezing and thawing can add movement as moisture in the soil freezes, expands, and later thaws. Drainage problems, poorly compacted fill, tree roots, and burrowing animals may also contribute.

A large portion of the Southeast Michigan area is lake-plain clay and inland loam, a mix — dense lake-plain clay toward Detroit and Toledo that holds water against foundations, and lighter sandy loam inland that can wash and settle as fine grains move. Add the freeze-thaw cycles the Southeast Michigan lake plain sees each winter, and slab edges are especially prone to settling.

While the causes of sunken and damaged concrete are pretty similar across the greater Southeast Michigan area, what you're seeing may be completely different than someone up the road. Request a free on-site estimate from A‑1 today to best understand what you're dealing with, the potential costs, and your options.

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Climate figures: NOAA NCEI 1991–2020 Normals.

How Do I Know if My Concrete Needs Leveling?

ControlLevel is an excellent option for lifting concrete in many situations, but not all.

✓ Lift it if…
  • It's settled or uneven but still solid
  • Water pools or runs the wrong way
  • It has cracks but the slab is still mostly intact
  • The problem is where the slab sits, not the slab breaking down
✕ Replace it if…
  • It's crumbling or very badly deteriorated
  • It is spalling, flaking, or chipping
  • The damage is structural, not just settling
  • Past repairs haven't held, even after addressing the cause

Still not sure which side you're on? Your local A‑1 expert will tell you exactly what you need, and how much it could cost, with your free, on-site estimate.

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Commercial Concrete Leveling in Southeast Michigan

For businesses, HOAs, municipalities, and the professionals who keep properties safe.

Property Managers & Landlords

Need it fixed without disturbing tenants?

Facility Maintenance Managers

Can't afford downtime for repairs?

Real Estate Agents

Need a fast, cost-effective fix before closing?

Home Builders

Warranty problem on a finished pour?

City, State & HOA Leaders

Trip hazards piling up on public concrete?

Project Managers

Timeline and budget on the line?

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Concrete Leveling in Southeast Michigan

Who fixes sunken concrete in Southeast Michigan?

How much does concrete leveling cost in Southeast Michigan?

Mudjacking vs. polyurethane foam: which is better?

What is mudjacking?

What is concrete leveling?

How does concrete leveling work?

How long does concrete leveling last?

Is concrete leveling worth it, or should I just replace it?

Does A‑1 Southeast Michigan lift concrete with foam?

Who is responsible for sidewalk repair?

Can concrete leveling be done in winter?

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Get Your Free On-Site Estimate

  1. Request your estimate and add a few photos of the area.
  2. We call or text to learn more and schedule the visit.
  3. An A‑1 Southeast Michigan expert inspects on-site, free, and gives you a detailed estimate.
  4. We lift your concrete back into place, and you get back to normal.
  • ✓ Free and no-obligation, always on-site
  • ✓ A local technician replies during business hours (8am–5pm weekdays)

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A‑1 Southeast Michigan is a service-area business. Our crew comes to you.

* Actual savings vary: "Save up to 70% off the cost of replacement" compares qualifying concrete-leveling projects with the cost of fully removing and replacing the same concrete. Actual savings depend on factors such as the slab, site conditions, project scope, and replacement requirements. Your free estimate provides project-specific pricing.

** Actual time varies: For most jobs, concrete is available the same day for walking and in 24 hours for vehicles once work is complete. Actual timing depends on factors such as the surface, project conditions, weather, and materials used. Check with your local A‑1 technician for details.

ControlLevel™ is a trademark of A‑1 Concrete Leveling.