Origins of Mudjacking — How Concrete Raising Began
Mudjacking began in the early 20th century as a practical technique to lift sunken concrete slabs without full removal and replacement. Initially, contractors used a mixture of soil, sand, and water — a “mud-like” slurry — pumped under settled concrete to fill gaps and raise the slab back to grade. This early form of slabjacking provided a faster, cleaner, and more economical alternative to demolition.
Over time, improvements in materials and equipment transformed the method into a more precise and dependable technology. Today’s mudjacking includes a range of materials from traditional cementitious grouts to cutting-edge expanding polyurethane foams.
Concrete Repair Without Replacement
Mudjacking revolutionized concrete repair by offering a solution that restored level surfaces with less cost, disruption, and environmental impact than tearing up and repouring entire slabs.
