Porches & Stoops

Why Do Porches and Stoops Sink?

Porches and stoops settle when the soil beneath them shifts, erodes, or compacts over time. This creates voids under the slab, causing the concrete to pull away from the house and sink.

Common causes include:

• Poorly compacted fill soil during construction
• Water erosion from roof runoff or clogged gutters
• Freeze/thaw cycles expanding and contracting the soil
• Natural soil settling over time

Left untreated, the gap between your porch and the house gets wider. Steps become uneven. And what started as a minor settlement becomes a safety hazard at your front door.

The Fix: Porch & Stoop Lifting

Porch and stoop lifting raises your existing concrete back to level using expanding polyurethane foam. We drill small holes, inject the foam underneath, and it expands to lift the slab into place.

• Saves 50–70% compared to full replacement
• Done in hours – not days or weeks
• Use it the same day
• Closes the gap between porch and house
• Long-lasting results that won’t wash out or erode

Signs Your Porch or Stoop Needs Lifting

• A gap forming between the porch and the house
• Uneven or tilted steps
• Water pooling on the porch instead of draining away
• Cracks forming along settled areas
• Trip hazards at the entry

If you’re seeing any of these signs, it’s time to get an estimate before the problem gets worse.