Most people have heard of mudjacking, but not everyone has heard of polyjacking. Are the two interchangeable? Are the methods the same? Which is more effective? This article will outline the differences between mudjacking and polyjacking.
The solution for both mudjacking and polyjacking are both solutions for sinking concrete areas, including the following areas:
- Garage (where the driveway approaches the garage)
- Driveways
- Pool Areas
- Sidewalks
- Porches
- Patios
- Sidewalks
The sinking concrete needs to be repaired or the issue will worsen, and can result in trip hazards and worsen the stability of the concrete. Mudjacking and polyjacking are both repair solutions for uneven and sinking concrete, however the traditional term “mudjacking” is an older method that has been upgraded with polyjacking. Using the terms synonymously is common, but they do have distinct differences. Let’s look at the benefits of polyjacking as they pertain to concrete lifting and leveling.
What’s mudjacking?
Mudjacking is a concrete leveling method that pumps mud under sunken concrete to lift it back to a safe and level state. Mudjacking requires heavy equipment, multiple trucks, larger drill holes and the results may only be temporary. The mud used for mudjacking is extremely heavy, 30-50 times heavier than their polyurethane equivalent. Also, the clean up is well, cleaning up mud. Let’s explore how polyjacking works and the benefits seen from this process.
Polyjacking requires one truck, no heavy equipment, small drill holes (5/8″ holes) and will last much longer.
Benefits of PolyJacking:
- Longer lasting solution
- More durable
- Requires no heavy machinery
- Smaller drill holes (5/8″ tiny holes)
- Cures and dries in minutes instead of days
- Can be installed in any climate
- Will not shrink with weather changes
- Lightweight, will not burden the soil
Mudjacking vs Polyjacking
At PolyMagic, we offer polyjacking instead of mudjacking because the benefits of polyjacking far outweigh mudjacking. We offer free estimates on all concrete lifting, leveling, and repair needs. Get started here!