Garage Stabilization in Pekin, IL

In Pekin, Illinois, a homeowner struggled with recurring snow, ice, and water pooling directly in front of their garage, creating hazardous conditions and threatening property aesthetics. Unsealed joints allowed surface runoff to seep beneath the concrete, eroding the supporting subgrade soil and causing the slab to settle below its proper grade.

To eliminate the pooling issue without messy concrete replacement, System Design Specialist Tim Rollet inspected the site and designed a targeted repair strategy using PolyLevel® Concrete Leveling and NexusPro® Joint Sealant through MidAmerica Basement Systems.

Foreman Justin Maddox and crew member Devin S. executed the restoration with precision. The team drilled small injection ports through the settled slab and injected high-density PolyLevel polyurethane foam into the subbase. As the geopolymer expanded, it filled subterranean voids, compacted loose supporting soil, and lifted the concrete back to a level plane to direct water away from the garage entrance.

Following the lift, Justin and Devin S. sealed all cracks and expansion joints with NexusPro Joint Sealant. This flexible, UV-resistant sealant creates a durable waterproof barrier that stops moisture from penetrating the subgrade and prevents future soil erosion. The crew patched the injection holes, leaving behind a safe, fully functional, and well-protected garage entrance.