Key takeaways
- Surface wear and small cracks can often be repaired
- Settled slabs may be lifted if they are otherwise sound
- Widespread breakup usually means replacement
- Fixing the cause matters more than the fix
The right answer depends on why the concrete is failing.
Repair makes sense when
The slab is stable, the cracks are narrow and the damage is mostly on the surface. Sealing, patching or an overlay can add years.
Leveling makes sense when
A slab has sunk but is still in one piece. Lifting it can be quicker than tearing it out.
Replace when
The slab is broken in many places, badly heaved or too thin for its use. A new slab on a proper base is the longer-lasting fix.
Ask what caused it
If drainage or soil caused the failure, replace and fix the cause together.
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