Trip hazard repair without tearing out the sidewalk
Tree roots, frost and settling push slab edges up. We cut the raised edge down to a smooth slope, so the walk is safe again the same day.
What we fix
Raised joints between sidewalk slabs, offset curb and apron edges, and uneven walks at entrances, ramps and parking areas.
How we do it
- Measure. We measure the height of each raised edge and mark the repair.
- Cut or shave. A precision saw or grinder takes the raised edge down to a gentle slope across the slab.
- Clean up. Dust is captured and the walk reopens as soon as we're done.
What the ADA standard says. The 2010 ADA Standards (section 303) allow a vertical change of up to ¼ inch. Between ¼ and ½ inch, the edge must be beveled no steeper than 1:2. Over ½ inch, it has to be treated as a ramp. We measure every edge against those limits.
When repair isn't enough
If a slab has sunk rather than lifted, concrete lifting brings it back up. Badly broken slabs still need replacing, and we'll tell you honestly when that's the case.
Fix the trip hazard before it becomes a claim.
Most sidewalks can be made safe in a single visit, without tearing anything out.