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Highland Foundation Pros

Driveway Lifting in Highland, UT

Driveway lifting in Highland, UT with polyurethane foam injection. Same-day leveling for sunken slabs near the garage, free estimates.

  • 15+ Years local experience
  • 500+ Projects completed
  • Licensed & Insured

Serving Highland and nearby communities.

Why is your driveway sinking right where it meets the garage? That transition point is one of the most common spots for settling on Highland's graded bench lots, where soil compaction near the house often doesn't match the rest of the driveway slab. Highland Foundation Pros lifts sunken driveway panels with polyurethane foam injection, a same-day fix that doesn't involve tearing out the concrete.

This is a separate service from full foundation piering: driveway lifting addresses a settled slab, not a structural foundation issue, though the two sometimes get called out on the same visit.

What's included

What's included with Driveway Lifting

Typically included: panel-by-panel assessment, drilling of dime-sized access holes, foam injection and lift, hole patching to match the surface.

Optional: joint resealing along affected expansion joints, surface sealant application after the lift.

Customer prep: move vehicles off the driveway for the day, clear any items stored on the affected panels.

Materials

Materials and methods for Driveway Lifting

Only three materials actually do the work on a driveway lifting job, so there's no need to pad the list.

  • Polyurethane Foam photo

    Polyurethane Foam

    Provides lightweight lift without adding excess weight to the soil, which matters on slopes where additional load could cause future settling.

  • Concrete Patch Mix photo

    Concrete Patch Mix

    Used to seal access holes after injection work, blending in with the existing driveway surface.

  • Joint Sealant photo

    Joint Sealant

    Reseals expansion joints disturbed during the lifting process, keeping water from working its way back under the slab.

  • Surface Sealer photo

    Surface Sealer

    Protects the driveway from moisture and future cracking.

  • Leveling Equipment photo

    Leveling Equipment

    Ensures accurate measurement during the lifting procedure.

  • Bonding Primer photo

    Bonding Primer

    Improves patch adhesion to the original concrete surface.

How it works

How our Driveway Lifting process works

  1. Driveway Inspection photo
    Step 1

    Driveway Inspection

    Sunken or sloped sections are identified for correction.

  2. Access Drilling photo
    Step 2

    Access Drilling

    Small holes are drilled at strategic points along the driveway.

  3. Foam Injection photo
    Step 3

    Foam Injection

    Expanding foam is pumped beneath the slab to raise it evenly.

  4. Slope Correction photo
    Step 4

    Slope Correction

    The surface is adjusted to restore proper drainage direction.

  5. Hole Sealing photo
    Step 5

    Hole Sealing

    Drilled holes are patched to blend with the existing surface.

  6. Surface Review photo
    Step 6

    Surface Review

    The driveway is inspected for even, stable elevation.

Timeline

How long does a Driveway Lifting take?

Most driveway lifting jobs are done and drivable the same day.

  1. 01

    Inspection and estimate

    same day
  2. 02

    Foam injection and lift

    a few hours

  3. 03

    Patch cure time

    1–2 hours

    before light traffic

  4. 04

    Full cure for heavier vehicles

    next day

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Codes & permits

Permits and codes for Driveway Lifting

Most residential driveway lifting falls outside permit requirements since it doesn't involve new construction, but check with your city if your driveway connects to a public street apron.

Typically needs a permitOften no permit
Driveway work that involves modifying municipal approach aprons or right-of-way concreteStandard polyurethane foam lifting of an existing private driveway slab
—Patching and resealing of access holes after a lift

DIY vs pro

DIY vs hiring a pro for Driveway Lifting

DIYHire a pro
Filling small surface cracks with a concrete crack fillerLifting a sunken slab back to grade
Sealing the driveway surface for weather protectionCorrecting slope at the garage transition
—Addressing a slab that's settled more than an inch

When to call

When to call for Driveway Lifting

Call Highland Foundation Pros for a free estimate on getting your driveway back to level.

  • A sinking slab right where the driveway meets the garage
  • A tripping edge at a joint between driveway panels
  • Water pooling on the driveway instead of draining toward the street

Before & after

Before and after Driveway Lifting

  • Driveway Lifting photo
    Before
  • Driveway Lifting photo
    After

FAQs

Driveway Lifting FAQs

How much does driveway lifting cost in Highland?

Cost depends on how many panels need lifting, how far they've settled, and total square footage. A free estimate gives you an exact number.

Is polyurethane foam strong enough to support a vehicle driveway?

The foam used for driveway lifting is rated for vehicle loads and cures within hours, well before most people need to drive on it again.

How soon can I drive on my driveway after it's lifted?

Typically within a couple hours for foot traffic and the same day for vehicles, though we'll give you a specific window based on the job.

Will the drill holes be visible after the repair?

The holes are patched with a color-matched compound, so they blend in reasonably well, though a slight texture difference is sometimes visible up close.

Do I need a permit to lift my driveway?

Usually not, since it's leveling existing concrete rather than new construction. Confirm with your city if your driveway ties into a public street apron.

Can a driveway sink again after being lifted?

It's possible if the underlying soil issue isn't addressed, but foam injection fills the void that caused the original settling, which reduces that risk significantly.

Next step

Get a Driveway Lifting estimate in Highland

Call (435) 701-4021 or request a free estimate. Highland Foundation Pros can usually get your driveway level and drivable the same day.

Ask about Driveway Lifting

Tell us about the project and how to reach you.

Call (435) 701-4021