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I had a large issue in the driveway of my home. Multiple cracks. It sounded hollowed as you stomp on it in multiple areas. WHAT THEY DID: They filled up the gaps inside. They repaired superficial cracks very well. They brought up the issue of how rain water could be coming under my driveway and causing more cracks in the future.

Just wanted to let you know that Josh and Nathan came today to take care of our driveway issues. They both did an excellent job in a very professional manner. We will definitely recommend A-1 Concrete Leveling to our friends here, should they have need of such services! Thanks again for your help and Deanne's help in resolving our driveway issues.

We needed part of our front sidewalk leveled, and also porch stairs. Rhett was on time for the estimate and thorougly explained what had to be done, and how it would be done. No rush, willing to answer any questions at all. They called and had an earlier opening than promised so we got it done even sooner than we had hoped. Everyone was very professional and knowledgeable.

I know I had a lot of questions and I appreciated your patience. Your crew did a great job! I walked/crawled around before they left and it was exactly as I expected. The contractors I’ve hired so far for various projects cut a lot of corners and I wouldn’t hire any of them again. I’m glad Luis recommended A1. I will recommend you to anyone looking for foundation work as well.

DIY Weekend: How To Level A Concrete Floor

November 14, 2018

If you’re a weekend warrior and handyperson who only relies on yourself when it comes to home repairs, then this is the right place for you to be. After all, you fix all of your own plumbing issues, built your own water feature in the backyard, and even laid the brick for your new deck. Why wouldn’t you do your own concrete floor leveling?

If you read through this and decide doing your own concrete leveling isn’t quite right for you, then the concrete contractors and experts at A-1 Concrete Leveling and Foundation Repair can help. Besides — if cost is the main reason you want to go DIY instead of with concrete contractors in Nashville, then you may be surprised at how affordable your project could be (especially because we won’t make costly mistakes). Get a free quote today, or read on to learn how to do it yourself.

1. Clean The Area

Not to be forgotten, it’s essential to thoroughly clean the area in which you’ll be applying the self-leveling compound. During this time, you should also find the low spots on the floor by using your straightedge.

2. Mix The Concrete

First, add most of the water to your bucket, wheelbarrow, or another container. Then add the self-leveling compound and mix until it’s a good consistency. Next, mix in the remaining water and get ready to pour!

3. Pour The Concrete

In the previously identified low spots, pour the mixed compound on the floor. Using a back and forth motion with your straightedge, level out the mixture. Using a trowel, push the compound toward your straightedge and move throughout the entire area. You’ll notice the compound beginning to set as you trowel the edges with a float trowel. Get as even a surface as you can so you have your smooth concrete floor at the end of your hard work.

4. Clean All Tools

Even if you’re moving to a different area of your home to do more concrete leveling, it’s vital to clean all the tools — especially the straightedge — effectively and immediately. The self-leveling compound will dry and set on these tools quickly, and you’ll need them usable for your next areas. If your straightedge, for example, isn’t clean for the next area, then you won’t be able to actually get a smooth, straight edge while doing concrete floor leveling.

5. Add Final Touches

There’s a certain amount of time between the compound setting and it curing completely. During this time, you’ll want to observe your work and use a floor scraper to smooth out any final areas so you can reach your goal of a smooth concrete floor.

Now you know how to level a concrete floor! Overwhelmed by the thought of concrete floor leveling? Hire concrete contractors for your project. Driveway repair, concrete raising, leveling cement, or concrete sidewalk leveling could be too much for a quick DIY project on the weekend, but we can help. Get a free quote today from A-1 Concrete Leveling and Foundation Repair in Nashville.