Fix the Concrete Before It Fails

Concrete repair and structural improvement services for properties in Yonkers, New York

Cracks in your driveway, settling slabs near your foundation, and drainage-related damage to concrete surfaces in Yonkers do not fix themselves. They widen with freeze-thaw cycles, let water seep into the subgrade, and eventually require full replacement if left unaddressed. Repair work catches these issues while the structure is still salvageable, extending the life of your concrete and preventing costly tearouts.

A.M.C. Excavation, LLC handles crack repairs, slab replacement, and structural upgrades for driveways, walkways, patios, and foundation-adjacent concrete. The crew removes damaged sections, addresses the underlying drainage or soil issues that caused the failure, and pours new concrete that matches the existing surface. Repairs are made using proper joint placement, reinforcement, and curing methods so the new work holds up as long as the original pour.

Reach out to A.M.C. Excavation, LLC to schedule a concrete assessment and repair estimate for your Yonkers property.

Repair methods that address the root cause

The crew begins by identifying why the concrete failed at your Yonkers property, checking for settling soil, poor drainage, insufficient thickness, or lack of reinforcement. Cracked sections are cut out using a concrete saw, and the subgrade is excavated to stable soil or rebuilt with compacted stone if voids are present. New concrete is poured to the correct thickness, reinforced with rebar or wire mesh, and finished to match the surrounding surface.

After repairs, the concrete will be level with adjacent slabs, water will drain away from the repaired area instead of pooling on it, and the surface will support vehicle or foot traffic without cracking again. Properly cured repairs resist freeze-thaw damage and last as long as the rest of the slab.

If drainage caused the original damage, the crew reworks the grade around the slab or installs a trench drain to redirect runoff before it undermines the concrete again. Slab replacements include isolation joints where the new pour meets old concrete, preventing cracks from transferring between sections. Surface repairs are limited to structural issues and do not include cosmetic resurfacing or decorative finishes, though the crew can prepare slabs for those treatments if needed.

Practical answers about concrete repair

Homeowners in Yonkers often want to know when a crack can be patched versus when the slab needs full replacement, how long repairs last, and whether the new concrete will match the old. The answers depend on the extent of the damage and what caused it in the first place.

What types of concrete damage can be repaired?
Surface cracks, small settling sections, and isolated breakage can be repaired if the subgrade is stable. Widespread cracking, severe spalling, or slabs that have sunk more than two inches usually require full replacement to restore structural integrity.
How do you prevent the same crack from coming back?
The crew fixes the underlying issue that caused the crack, whether that means improving drainage, compacting the subgrade, or adding reinforcement. Repairs that only address the surface without correcting the cause will fail again within a few years.
Why does concrete crack near drainage areas?
Water that pools under or around concrete softens the soil, creating voids that let the slab settle and crack. Proper grading and drainage channels move water away from the slab, keeping the subgrade stable and the concrete intact.
How long before I can use the repaired concrete?
Light foot traffic is safe after twenty-four hours, but you should wait seven days before driving on repaired sections. Full strength develops over thirty days, so avoid parking heavy vehicles on new concrete during that period.
What is the difference between patching and replacement?
Patching fills surface cracks with epoxy or polymer filler and works for minor damage, while replacement removes the damaged section and pours new concrete over a rebuilt base. Replacement lasts longer and restores full structural performance.

A.M.C. Excavation, LLC repairs and upgrades concrete across Yonkers using methods that address the root cause of failure and restore long-term performance. Contact the crew to evaluate your concrete and determine whether repair or replacement is the right solution.