Why Should I Choose PolyLevel Over Mudjacking?

If you’ve noticed your driveway, sidewalk, or patio starting to sink or tilt, you aren’t alone. Here in Davenport and across the MidAmerica region, our soil loves to move. Between the humid summers and the brutal freeze-thaw cycles of an Iowa winter, the ground beneath your concrete is constantly shifting. When it comes to fixing those trip hazards, you generally have two choices: the old-school method (Mudjacking) or the modern solution (PolyLevel). At MidAmerica Basement Systems, we believe in doing a job once and doing it right. Here is why PolyLevel is the clear winner for your home.

1. It’s Lightweight (Stop the Sinking Cycle)
   • The biggest irony of mudjacking is the material used to "fix" the problem. Mudjacking pumps a heavy slurry of sand, cement, and soil under your concrete. This mixture is incredibly heavy.
   • If your concrete sank because the soil underneath was too weak to support it, adding thousands of pounds of "mud" only makes the problem worse over time. It’s like trying to save a sinking boat by filling it with bricks.
   • PolyLevel is a high-density polyurethane foam. It weighs next to nothing but possesses incredible lifting power. It levels your concrete without putting unnecessary stress on the soil below.
2. Say Goodbye to "Washout"
   • We get plenty of rain in the Quad Cities, and that rain is the enemy of mudjacking. Because mudjacking uses an organic soil-based mixture, it can erode. Over time, water can literally wash your repair away, leaving you with the same sunken slab you started with.
   • PolyLevel is waterproof. It won’t wash out, it won’t react with the soil, and it won't degrade over time. Once it’s under there, it’s there for good.
3. Minimal Footprint, Maximum Curb Appeal
   • No one wants their driveway to look like it just underwent surgery.
   • Mudjacking requires large holes—roughly the size of a soda can—to be drilled into your concrete to accommodate the thick slurry.
   • PolyLevel injections are performed through tiny holes no bigger than a penny.
   • Once we finish the job and patch the holes, the repair is nearly invisible, leaving your home looking pristine.
4. Ready to Use in 15 Minutes

In the world of home repair, "patience" is a dirty word. Traditional mudjacking can take 24 to 72 hours to fully cure before you can drive your car back into the garage. With PolyLevel, the expansion and hardening process happens almost instantly. In most cases, you can walk or even drive on your concrete just 15 minutes after we finish.

The Comparison at a Glance

The Verdict: Invest in Your Home

While mudjacking might seem like a "quick fix," it often leads to a second repair down the road. PolyLevel is a clean, fast, and permanent solution that protects your property value and removes those dangerous trip hazards for good.

Ready to Level Up?

Don't let a sunken sidewalk ruin your home's curb appeal. Contact MidAmerica Basement Systems today for a free inspection and see how PolyLevel can restore your concrete in a single afternoon.