Gather the information that matters
- Photos: Take both wide and close views of the affected slab, joints, cracks, low edges, and the surfaces that connect to it.
- Height difference: Give a rough sense of how uneven the transition is. Do not put yourself at risk trying to measure a potentially unsafe edge.
- Water history: Share where water pools or drains, downspout locations, erosion, snowmelt routes, or changes after storms.
- Access: Note gates, fences, stairs, vehicles, overhead obstacles, utilities, or landscaping near the work area.
Questions worth asking
As you compare repair options, ask what is causing the settlement, whether lifting is suitable for the slab, what work is included, and how drainage or adjoining surfaces are handled. Request a written scope directly from the provider you select.
Use the checklist as a starting point
Concrete lifting is project-specific. The right repair depends on the actual slab, its surrounding conditions, and how the finished surface needs to function at your home.