Wintertime is upon us, the season when we warm up our vehicles before commuting, scrape frost off our windshields, and focus on completing indoor home projects rather than outdoor ones. Yes, the weather is chilly, but is it too cold for outdoor home projects? For some, yes. However, are other outdoor projects, like repairing cracked concrete, safe to do in the winter? Continue reading as we discuss if you can and should schedule polyjacking in the winter.
What is Polyjacking?
Concrete cracks, and it’s an inevitable part of concrete structures that shift, whether from soil shifts, excess rain, or basement leaks. Polyjacking is a concrete repair method that repairs uneven and cracked concrete. Unlike mudjacking, polyjacking is the most permanent concrete repair method, lasting much longer than alternatives like mudjacking.
Polyjacking is a concrete repair method using polyurethane foam that’s injected underneath the sunken or cracked concrete slab. Polyurethane foam is lightweight and durable, gently raising and stabilizing the concrete while offering superior and durable lift. It expands and cures within minutes, never taking days to dry and settle like other methods. You’ll be able to use your concrete walkway, patio, deck, or other concrete structure within minutes!
Polyjacking is also eco-friendly; it’s better for the environment compared to other concrete repair methods that expose nature to harmful chemicals or concrete replacement that uses entirely new resources. The environmental benefits of choosing polyjacking positively impact on our planet: it prevents soil erosion, creates less waste than concrete replacement, requires zero maintenance, and polyjacking foam is safe for the environment.
Can Polyjacking be Scheduled in Winter?
One of our most frequently asked questions is when polyjacking should be scheduled. You can schedule polyjacking anytime. Our team can inject polyurethane foam at any time of year. Polyurethane foam will expand and cure regardless of the season, allowing you to use your concrete shortly after we complete your polyjacking job. Mudjacking has difficulty curing in chilly temperatures, whereas polyurethane foam cures just fine. Our team ensures all materials and equipment stay warm by preheating everything before your polyjacking job.
However, we would need to reschedule your polyjacking job in the event of inclement weather, as the work area needs to be clear for safe and accurate injections. Shoveling heavy snow or removing chunks of ice isn’t ideal for polyjacking. If inclement weather occurs around the time of your polyjacking job, we would need to reschedule when the work area is clear.
How to Prep Cracked Concrete for Winter Polyjacking
Assuming we haven’t had any inclement weather or winter precipitation, you’ll prepare for winter polyjacking as you would any other time of year. We ask that you remove objects surrounding your sunken or cracked concrete. Welcome signs, mats, outdoor area rugs, furniture, decorations, vehicles, hoses – it all needs to be removed from the concrete slab so we can safely begin your polyjacking job. Because we need to drill and inject polyurethane foam under the concrete slab, we need a clean workspace to work without constraints.
Polyurethane Foam is Durable in Harsh Weather Conditions
Polyjacking works by pumping polyurethane foam beneath sunken or cracked concrete—such as damaged foundations, uneven steps, patios, playground surfaces, municipal infrastructure, and other public areas. This process restores stability and elevation, transforming uneven concrete into a smooth, secure surface that families and the public can safely use. The foam withstands severe weather, including heavy rain, hail, freezing winters, intense heat, and all other unpredictable conditions common in the Kansas City area.
Because polyurethane foam is highly resistant to moisture, weather damage, and general wear, polyjacked concrete is a long-term solution. In contrast, traditional methods break down over time, requiring repeated repairs and significantly higher costs in the long run.
Choose Pro Polyjacking for Cracked Concrete Repair in Kansas City
If you need your unlevel or cracked concrete repaired, hiring Pro Polyjacking is the best solution. We have over 30 years of industry experience and have been serving Kansas City for decades. We’re a woman and family-owned local business with positive reviews and thousands of satisfied customers. Below are some of our customer reviews:
Pro Polyjacking can help with all commercial and residential concrete leveling needs in and around Kansas City, including: residential concrete leveling, commercial and industrial concrete leveling, concrete sealing and cleaning, deep injection, joint and crack repair, and farm silo polyjacking. We hold all required licenses and insurance that protects our employees. We also offer a warranty on all our projects, ensuring our customers are left completely satisfied. Get started by requesting a quote today!