Here at Precision Foundation Repair & Concrete Lifting, we love our line of work, especially getting to see some of the cool places and facilities around Central Texas. Recently, we were called out to a truly unique location right here in Stephenville, Texas: the Equine Lameness Center.
This particular veterinary facility is one we personally trust and use, and it features an extraordinary amenity: an equine swimming pool. This isn’t just a regular pool; it’s a crucial part of their practice, used for exercise and rehabilitation where horses can walk into the water and swim laps.
The Problem: Sunken Concrete at the Horse Pool
Unfortunately, just like many swimming pools, the concrete walkway surrounding this impressive horse pool was starting to show signs of damage.
- Slab Settlement: Water infiltration over time had washed out the soil supporting the concrete walkway. When that heavy concrete slab lost its support, it began to sink.
- Trip Hazards: The sinking led to uneven sections, creating dangerous trip hazards that are unacceptable, especially in a facility dedicated to animal care and rehabilitation.
- Structural Damage: You could see where the concrete was stressing and breaking up—a common issue called “spalling”—due to the sinking, causing the embedded rebar to carry more weight than it was designed for.
The Solution: Fast, Efficient Concrete Lifting (Polyjacking)
For a busy facility like the Equine Lameness Center, minimizing downtime is critical. That’s where our modern concrete lifting method, often called polyjacking or foam jacking, comes in.
Instead of a messy, expensive tear-out and replacement, we can often salvage the existing concrete quickly and effectively.
- Drilling: We drill a series of small, strategically placed holes into the sunken concrete slab.
- Injection: We inject our high-density polyurethane foam underneath the slab. This foam expands to fill the voids and gently, yet powerfully, lifts the concrete back up to its proper elevation.
- Void Filling and Stabilization: The foam completely fills the washed-out voids, stabilizing the soil underneath to prevent future sinking.
- Sealing: To ensure a long-term fix, we seal the seams with a self-leveling mastic material. This is a vital step to stop water from infiltrating the subgrade and washing out the soil again.
This entire process for the Equine Lameness Center’s walkway could be completed in as little as an hour and a half to two hours. The concrete is immediately ready for use, meaning this crucial facility can continue to see horses without a major shutdown.
Why Choose Precision Lifting for Your Stephenville Concrete Repair?
Whether you have a unique facility like the Equine Lameness Center or simply a sunken driveway, sidewalk, or patio at your home or business in the Stephenville, TX area, concrete lifting is a superior choice.
- Saves Time and Money: It’s significantly faster and more cost-effective than concrete replacement.
- Minimal Disruption: No heavy equipment, no large demolition mess, and the area is ready for traffic almost instantly.
- Durable and Long-Lasting: Our high-density polyurethane is a durable, waterproof material that will stabilize your concrete for years to come.
If you have sunken or uneven concrete at your property, don’t let it become a liability or a hazard. Precision Foundation Repair & Concrete Lifting is your local expert for fast, professional concrete leveling and foundation repair in Stephenville and surrounding communities.
Ready to get rid of those trip hazards and restore your concrete? Contact us today for a consultation!