Where does concrete restoration fit your project?
Pick the closest match. Each one shows how we handle that kind of job, then you can go deeper or book a visit.
For homeowners: Concrete Restoration
Work planned around the house you live in, with the rest of the home kept livable where possible.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
For an insurance claim: Concrete Restoration
We document the work so your insurer can see what was found and what was done.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
For commercial buildings: Concrete Restoration
Scheduled around an occupied business and built to the commercial code and the building use.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
For condos and multi-unit buildings: Concrete Restoration
Coordinated with the building, the board and the access rules.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
For rental properties: Concrete Restoration
Planned for durability, tenant turnover and a schedule that keeps the unit available.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
Concrete Restoration
Driveways, steps, slabs and floors repaired so they are safe to use and do not trip anyone up.
What it is
Concrete cracks, scales and sinks over time, especially with freeze-thaw cycles and road salt. Cracks let water in, and that water causes more damage each winter.
Concrete restoration repairs the surface and the cracks, levels what has sunk, and seals the concrete to slow the next round of damage.
How it works
- Assess the surfaceWe look at cracks, scaling, sinking and where the water runs.
- Plan the repairWe decide whether a patch, a resurfacing or a replacement is the right fix.
- RepairCracks are filled, surfaces are resurfaced or levelled, and damaged sections are replaced.
- SealA sealer is applied where it helps, to slow water and salt damage.
What we look at
Driveways and walks
Cracks and surface scaling, often repaired without replacing the slab.
Steps and stoops
Loose or cracked steps repaired so they are safe.
Sunken slabs
Levelled or replaced where the base has moved.
Decision 1: Where concrete restoration is used
Concrete restoration is used on driveways, walkways, steps, garage slabs and patios. The surface, the exposure and the base decide the repair.
| Surface | Typical repair | What matters most |
|---|---|---|
| Driveway and walkway | Crack repair, resurfacing, levelling | Traffic, salt and drainage |
| Steps and stoops | Crack and edge repair | Safety and trip hazards |
| Garage slab | Crack repair, sealing | Load, salt and oil |
| Commercial slab | Resurfacing, joint repair | Load, slip rating, downtime |
Our pick: Identify the surface and its exposure first. Salt and load change the repair.
Decision 2: Signs of concrete failure
Concrete shows failure as cracks, scaling, sinking and spalling. The type of failure points to the cause underneath.
| Sign | Likely cause |
|---|---|
| Cracks and crumbling edges | Freeze-thaw and water |
| Scaling of the surface | Salt and freeze-thaw damage |
| Sinking or uneven slab | Base settlement or washout |
| Spalling and rust stains | Rebar corrosion |
Our pick: Sinking points to the base, not the concrete. Fixing the surface without the base fails.
Decision 3: Patching, resurfacing or replacement
Patching fixes small areas, resurfacing restores a worn surface, and replacement is the answer when the base has failed or the slab is broken through.
| Option | Use when |
|---|---|
| Patch | Small, localised damage with a sound base |
| Resurface | Worn surface, sound slab |
| Replace | Base failed or slab broken through |
Our pick: Replace when the base has failed. Patches on a failed base last one winter.
Decision 4: Levelling and base correction
Sunken slabs are levelled by lifting or by filling voids under the slab. The base is corrected so the slab stays level.
| Method | Used for |
|---|---|
| Polyurethane lift | Sunken slabs with voids beneath |
| Mudjacking | Heavier slabs, traditional method |
| Replacement | Where the base has failed |
Our pick: Find the void before you lift. Lifting onto a void moves the problem.
Decision 5: Surface preparation and bonding
The surface is prepared so the repair bonds. Loose material is removed, the surface is cleaned, and the bonding agent is applied where needed.
| Step | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Remove loose material | The repair bonds only to sound concrete |
| Clean the surface | Oil and dirt stop bonding |
| Bonding agent | Helps the repair grip |
Our pick: Prepare the surface properly. Most concrete repairs fail at the bond, not the material.
Decision 6: Sealing and salt control
Sealing slows water and salt. Salt is the main cause of surface scaling in the GTA, so the sealing and the salt use are planned together.
| Item | What to do |
|---|---|
| Sealer | Applied to a dry, sound surface |
| Salt use | Kept light on new concrete |
| Drainage | Water kept away from the edges |
Our pick: Seal the surface and keep salt use light. It is the cheapest way to extend the life of the concrete.
Decision 7: Curing and timing
Repairs need time to cure before they carry load or traffic. Temperature and the weather decide the timing.
| Condition | Timing |
|---|---|
| Warm weather | Cure time as the product states |
| Cold weather | Cure time extended, protected from frost |
| Heavy traffic | Kept off until fully cured |
Our pick: Protect the repair during the cure. Early traffic cracks new concrete.
Decision 8: Permits and approvals
Driveway and patio repairs usually need no permit. Changes to the driveway width or the grade near the road can need approval.
| Scope | Check |
|---|---|
| Repair in place | Usually no permit |
| Changing width or access | Municipal approval |
| Change to grade or drainage | Check with the municipality |
Our pick: Confirm any change to the width or the access before the work starts.
Decision 9: Documentation and warranty
The repair is recorded with the method, the product and the cure. The record supports the warranty and the next repair.
| Record | What it shows |
|---|---|
| Photos before and after | The surface as found and as repaired |
| Product and method | What was used and how |
| Warranty terms | What is covered and for how long |
Our pick: Keep the product and method record. It is the basis for the warranty.
Decision 10: After-care and maintenance
Concrete is checked yearly for cracks and scaling. Sealing is renewed on schedule, and the drainage is kept clear.
| Item | What to do |
|---|---|
| Cracks | Checked yearly |
| Sealer | Renewed on schedule |
| Drainage | Kept clear |
Our pick: Renew the sealer on schedule. It is the step most often missed.
Questions
Can concrete be repaired or does it need replacing?
Many slabs can be repaired. If the base has failed or the slab is badly broken, replacement is the honest answer, and we will say so.
Does sealing help?
Yes, when the surface is sound. It slows water and salt damage, but it does not fix a cracked slab on its own.
When is the best time to repair?
Late spring to early autumn, when the temperature is steady and the concrete can cure properly.
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