Concrete Repair and Replacement in San Marcos
Concrete repair in San Marcos starts with finding why the slab moved. We connect you with a licensed local contractor who can tell you whether to fix it or replace it.
The Short Version
- Clay soil and water move slabs
- Thin, stable cracks can often be sealed
- Broken or sinking slabs usually get replaced
- City sidewalks need a ROW permit
Why It Cracked
County records list expansive clay soils across valleys and slopes in the county. Clay swells when it gets wet and shrinks when it dries. A slab on top moves with it. Roots and water from downspouts make it worse.
Fix or Replace
A thin crack in a slab that has not moved can often be sealed. A lifted edge on a walk can sometimes be ground down. A broken or sinking slab is usually a replacement. When it is close, ask for both prices in writing.
If It Is the City Sidewalk
In San Marcos, a city ROW permit is required for curb cuts, driveways and sidewalk replacement in the right of way. Ask the city who is responsible before you pay for a fix.
Questions
Can a sunken concrete slab be fixed?
Sometimes. A licensed contractor can tell you after a look whether a fix will hold or a new slab is needed.
Who fixes a cracked public sidewalk in San Marcos?
Work on the public sidewalk needs a city ROW permit. Ask the city who is responsible for your section.