Many things can cause concrete to sink, but in Nashville, the main culprits include:
- Shifting soil: The clay soil in Middle Tennessee expands and contracts with moisture, which can move concrete slabs over time.
- Water erosion: Heavy rain can wash away the soil beneath your concrete, creating voids that lead to settling.
- Poor soil prep: If the ground wasn’t properly compacted before the slab was poured, uneven settling is almost guaranteed.
These hidden issues can turn into visible problems before you know it, but we can help stop them in their tracks.