A homeowner in St. Cloud, FL, just southeast of Orlando, had multiple uneven concrete slabs across their patio and sidewalk area. These irregular surfaces created dangerous trip hazards throughout the backyard, posing a risk to family, guests, and especially elderly visitors.

Cosmetic fixes like grinding or patching would not address the root cause of the problem—unstable soils beneath the slabs. The homeowner wanted a permanent solution to both lift and stabilize the concrete. That’s where Helicon came in.

The biggest challenge was the number of uneven slabs. With so many affected areas, achieving a uniform lift without damaging surrounding concrete required precision injections and expert control.

Florida’s soil conditions—particularly loose sands and organics common in Central Florida—make patios and sidewalks especially vulnerable to settlement. Left untreated, the slabs would continue to sink, worsening trip hazards and reducing property value.

Step 1 – Slab Injections

Helicon injected 165 pounds of two-part polyurethane chemical grout directly beneath the concrete slabs. This expanding resin:

• Lifted slabs back toward their original position
• Re-leveled the walking surfaces
• Bonded with the concrete base to restore stability

Step 2 – Soil Injections

To address deeper voids and weak soils, Helicon installed 17 soil injection points, using 340 pounds of grout. The resin expanded into surrounding soils, creating a dense, water-resistant foundation layer that prevents further settlement.

Step 3 – Final Stabilization

By combining slab and soil injections, every concrete section was lifted, stabilized, and secured. The patio and sidewalks were transformed into safe, even walking paths—eliminating hazards while extending the lifespan of the concrete.

The Results

After completion, the St. Cloud home now has:

• Even, trip-free surfaces around the patio and sidewalk
• Stronger soils that prevent future settlement
• A safer, more valuable property with extended concrete life

The project demonstrates how polyurethane chemical grouting provides a fast, non-invasive, and permanent solution for uneven slabs.

Why St. Cloud & Orlando Homeowners Choose Helicon

From St. Cloud to Orlando and Kissimmee, Helicon helps homeowners restore and protect their properties with:

• Non-invasive repairs – no demolition or slab replacement
• Fast results – most projects completed in a single day
• Permanent stabilization – engineered to last in Florida’s soils

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