Concrete Leveling Severity Assessment
New Orleans Concrete Leveling put together this concrete leveling severity assessment to answer the question before the phone call: is this urgent, and is it even a leveling job? Nine quick questions, about two minutes. Have a ruler or tape measure handy.
What has sunk or moved?
What the results mean
- Monitor it — a small, stable drop with good drainage. Seal joints, control water, re-measure.
- Plan a repair — a typical leveling job. Not an emergency, but cheaper before the void grows.
- Fix soon — a big drop, a void or water toward the house. A real trip or water hazard.
- Check the structure first — signs that point beyond the slab to the foundation.
- Probably not a leveling job — concrete pushed up by roots can't be lowered by leveling.
The thresholds follow the 2010 ADA Standards for trip edges (1/4 and 1/2 inch) and the warning signs in our slab vs foundation guide.
Get an exact answer on site
A free on-site estimate confirms the result and gives you a written price within 24 hours. Or call (504) 517-8336.
FAQ
Assessment questions
Do I need concrete leveling?
If a slab has dropped more than about 1/4 inch at a joint, sounds hollow, or tips water toward the house, it likely needs leveling. The assessment weighs those factors and tells you how soon.
What does a "check the structure first" result mean?
Stair-step wall cracks, sticking doors or cracks running up the wall can point to foundation movement. Leveling doesn't fix that, so a structural engineer should look first.
Is my answer saved or sent anywhere?
No. The assessment runs in your browser and nothing is sent unless you choose to fill in the estimate form.