Gladstone grew in waves, ranches in the 50s and 60s, subdivisions filling in through the 90s. The Clay County soil up here carries more silt than the Kansas side, so water moves differently and foundations show it.
Last updated April 2026
Sunken concrete around Gladstone usually traces back to the soil. The Clay County clay underneath washes out or compresses, and the slab follows it down. We lift it back with polyurethane foam injection: penny-sized holes, foam that cures in minutes, and you're parking on the driveway the same day. Compared to tearing out and repouring, you're usually looking at about half the cost.
The silty Clay County soil under the slab settles and washes out, especially around the newer subdivisions where graded fill keeps compacting. Heavy storms can carry fines out from under a driveway or walk, leaving a void the concrete then drops into.
Driveways, sidewalks, garage floors, patios, porch steps, and pool decks, provided the slab is still in one solid piece. We confirm the concrete isn't badly broken, then raise it back to grade with polyurethane foam through penny-sized holes.
A single panel lifts in about 15 minutes and most jobs wrap up in a few hours. The foam cures fast, so you can walk on it the same hour and drive on it within a day, with no week-long wait.
Almost always, usually well under half the cost of tearing out and repouring, and it's done in an afternoon. Lifting keeps your existing slab in place rather than leaving a mismatched new pour. We'll be honest if a slab is too far gone to lift.
Proudly serving Gladstone and surrounding communities in Clay County. Ready to protect your home? Call us at (913) 270-0250 or contact us online to schedule your free inspection and same-day estimate.
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We will diagnose your property's foundation issue and explain the best solution(s) available for your time frame, budget and goals. We will never sell you on services you don't need.
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One of our foundation repair experts will provide you with a fair, written estimate (including financing options) for a professionally installed foundation repair or waterproofing solution customized for your home.
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As soon as our proposal is accepted, we will schedule a work date and an estimated time for completion, weather permitting.
Get All Done On Time and In-Budget
We will complete the work on your home with the same level of care, courtesy and professionalism as we would for our own family members.
