Star, Idaho Mar 18, 2026
Download project slidesThis is a common issue on new construction with basement foundations. After forming and pouring the basement walls, excavation spoils are backfilled against the foundation. If that backfill is not compacted in proper lifts, the soils will consolidate over time. In this project, the lack of compaction led to settlement and cracking in a large, heavy front porch.
We drilled small 5/8-inch access holes and used injection tubes to reach the bottom of the basement wall across the porch footprint. We then injected high-density structural foam in a controlled sequence, compacting loose soils from the bottom up before performing the slab lift. Once stable, we lifted the porch back to its original grade and height without removing the slab or disturbing landscaping. Joints and cracks were sealed with a flexible sealant and dressed with sand for a clean finish.
Explore Concrete Lifting →The porch was restored and stabilized with minimal disruption. Cracks remained visible, but they were properly sealed to prevent water intrusion and protect the slab and subgrade.
We inspect the site and measure the soil before recommending a repair.
A homeowner built a concrete dam in a creek to create a pond for irrigation storage. During backfill, boulders and road mix were placed around the structure. Once the pond fi…
Read the projectCracks at the base of grain bins were allowing water to enter the silo, causing grain rot and financial loss. Previous attempts using surface sealants and even spray foam coa…
Read the projectThis site presented two related issues. Water was leaking around the main pipe entering the cistern, escaping through concrete at the penetration. Over time, the leak caused…
Read the project