Unionport Concrete Replacement
Concrete Replacement in Unionport, the Bronx
Worn slabs, patios, front walks and sidewalk flags removed and poured again on the house blocks east of Parkchester.
- Old concrete broken out and hauled away
- Rebuilt base and a pitch that drains
- Free visit and a written price
Which Concrete Fails First on Unionport Lots?
Unionport has attached and semi detached brick and frame houses, detached homes and low rise apartment buildings, and many lots have driveways. The concrete that fails first is the driveway, the front walk, the side path and the rear patio. Each carries weight, water or both.
Attached houses have narrow side passages where water runs between buildings. A slab there that pitches toward the wall sends water into the basement. A replacement sets the pitch correctly.
Detached homes have longer driveways and bigger patios, with more joints and more places for water to enter. Open joints let water into the base, and the base washes out over several winters.
Near Westchester Creek on the eastern edge, the ground can stay damp. A soft base under a slab sinks sooner there, and we check the base before we pour.
Should You Patch or Replace Your Concrete?
Patch small chips and hairline cracks. Replace when the slab has sunk, broken into pieces, flaked through the surface or pitched toward your house. A patch over a failed base only hides the problem, and the damage comes back within a season or two.
| What you see | What it usually means | Best response |
|---|---|---|
| Hairline crack | Normal shrinkage | Seal it |
| Wide, uneven crack | Failed or moved base | Replace the slab |
| Flaking surface | Salt and freeze thaw damage | Resurface or replace |
| Slab tilts to the house | Settlement | Replace with a new pitch |
| Rocking edge | Hollow ground below | Replace with a new base |
Unsure Which Slabs Need Replacing?
We will walk the lot and tell you which ones are worth saving.
How Is Concrete Replaced Step by Step?
Crews cut the slab edges, break out the old concrete and remove it. They compact a new base, set forms to the right pitch and pour. After finishing, control joints are cut so shrinkage cracks follow straight lines, and the slab is protected while it cures.
In Unionport, we pay attention to the gap between houses. A side slab that drains toward the street, not toward the neighbor's wall, avoids disputes and damp basements.
Finishes vary. A broom finish gives grip on walks and ramps, while a smooth trowel finish suits a patio. Describe how the space is used and we will recommend a finish.
What if the slab meets the public sidewalk?
Public flags need a DOT permit, and owners must maintain them under Admin Code 19-152. We file the permit. Plan on two to three business days for that filing. See our page on sidewalk violations if you have a notice.
Do You Need a Permit for Concrete Work in Unionport?
Slabs fully on your own lot do not need the DOT sidewalk permit. Public sidewalk flags generally do. Structural work, retaining walls and curb cuts can involve the Department of Buildings. We say what applies before any work starts. Confirm current rules with the city.
If your lot has a retaining wall or another unusual feature, check with the city before you build, and mention it at the visit.
Timeline
How Long Does Concrete Replacement Take?
Once the crew is on site, a small house job moves fast. Concrete needs curing time before you walk or park on it. Jobs that include public flags add a DOT permit step first.
Visit
We measure the slabs and check the base.
Estimate
The scope and price arrive in writing.
Breakout
The old concrete is cut and removed.
Pour
The new base and slab go in.
Cure
The slab is protected until it is ready.
Nearby
Concrete Replacement Near Unionport
Nearby neighborhoods where we also replace concrete.
FAQ
Unionport Concrete Questions
Yes. We use hand tools and small loads in tight spaces and pitch the slab away from both walls.
Concrete needs time to cure. We tell you when it is safe to walk on and when vehicles can return.
A patio fully on your lot does not need the DOT sidewalk permit. If the job involves structure or curb cuts, the Department of Buildings may be involved.
Yes. We file the DOT permit for the apron and schedule both parts in one visit.
Yes. We measure on site and write the price down at no cost. Call (718) 468-8803.
Contact
Request Your Unionport Concrete Quote
Tell us which slabs need work. Photos help.
- Call us(718) 468-8803
- HoursMon to Sat, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Free on site estimate with a written price
- Licensed and insured, 25+ years in business
- We handle DOT sidewalk permits
- Serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx
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