Spalling and Pitting Repair
Spalling happens when the surface flakes or peels, often from freeze-thaw and de-icing salts. We clean out the damaged surface, repair it with matched materials and seal it so water and salt stay out.

- CausesFreeze-thaw, salts, poor finishing
- FixesPatching, resurfacing, sealing
- WhereDriveways, steps, garages
- AfterSealer
What is included
- 1Remove the weak layerLoose surface is ground or chipped until the sound concrete shows.
- 2Bonded repairsMaterials are chosen to bond and wear like concrete.
- 3Matched finishRepairs are textured to blend with the surrounding surface.
- 4Protect afterSealer helps slow the next round of damage.
From the first call to the last cure
We pour for homes, farms and businesses from Firestone to Denver, Boulder and Longmont. Find your city below and ask for a free estimate.
- 1Find the causeWe look at the crack, the settling or the surface damage and work out why it happened.
- 2Choose the repairYou get an honest answer on what to patch, lift, coat or replace.
- 3Do the workThe surface is prepared and the repair is made with materials matched to the problem.
- 4Protect itWe seal, cure and give you simple steps to keep it from coming back.
Is this the right service for you?
- Driveways that flake after winter
- Steps and walks with scaling
- Garage floors with pitting
- Slabs hit by de-icer salts
Common questions
Is spalling a sign the whole slab is bad?
Often it is only the surface, and repair or an overlay can work. We check the slab first.
How do I prevent spalling?
Sealing, good drainage and rinsing off de-icers help. We explain what suits your slab.
Services that pair with this one
Decorative OverlaysThin overlays that refresh worn concrete with new color and texture.See the service MIX 136Repair
Concrete SealingSealers that protect color, block moisture and make cleanup easier.See the service MIX 140Repair
Concrete Cleaning and Stain RemovalPressure washing and stain treatment that brings concrete back to life.See the service Find your city
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