Most concrete trouble in Sioux Falls comes from three things: frost in wet clay, settling fill beside basements, and deicer on the surface. The right repair depends on which one you have.
The price ranges on this page are national figures published by HomeGuide for 2026. They are not our quotes and not Sioux Falls averages. Local labor, ready-mix prices, access, tear-out and the soil under your slab move the number. Last checked October 2026.
How much does concrete repair cost?
Concrete repair cost runs $100 to $400 to fix cracks in a driveway and $600 to $3,000 for major repairs or resurfacing, by national figures. Patching is $3 to $8 per square foot, and crack repair is $0.50 to $3 per linear foot.
| Repair | National cost |
|---|---|
| Driveway crack repair | $100 to $400 |
| Major repair or resurfacing | $600 to $3,000 |
| Leveling, per sq ft | $3 to $12 |
| Resurfacing, per sq ft | $3 to $7 |
| Removal, per sq ft | $3 to $8 |
Can cracked concrete be repaired or does it need to be replaced?
It can be repaired when the pieces on both sides of the crack are level, solid and not moving. Sealing keeps water out, which matters here because water under a slab freezes and lifts it. It needs replacing when the slab is broken into many pieces, one side sits higher than the other, or it rocks when you step on it.
Why is my concrete driveway cracking?
Concrete shrinks as it dries, so some cracking is normal, and control joints are there to steer it. Beyond that, the usual causes in Sioux Falls are frost heave in wet clay, fill that settled next to the garage, a thin slab under a heavy vehicle, and joints spaced too far apart. Where the crack runs tells you which. A crack across the middle of a panel is shrinkage. A panel that is tilted has a ground problem.
Why is my concrete sinking, and can it be leveled?
It is sinking because the soil under it has compacted or washed away. Here that is most often the backfill around a basement, or soil carried off by a downspout or sump pump line that empties beside the slab. A sound slab can usually be leveled by pumping material under it. Fix the water first, or it will sink again.
How much does concrete leveling cost?
Concrete leveling cost is $3 to $12 per square foot nationally, with a typical job at $700 to $5,000 and a minimum job fee of $300 to $700. Mudjacking is $4 to $9 per square foot. Foam lifting, also called polyjacking, is $8 to $25 per square foot.
Mudjacking or foam: which is better?
Both lift a slab, and both work when the slab is sound. Mudjacking pumps a sand and cement slurry through larger holes and costs less. Foam uses smaller holes, weighs very little, sets in minutes and does not take on water. On wet clay that freezes, the lighter, waterproof material is an advantage, but it costs more. Ask each installer what they would use on your slab and why.
Is foam lifting a permanent fix or will it drop again?
It is a permanent fix for the void, not for the cause. The foam itself does not break down or wash out. If water keeps running under the slab, or the fill beside the basement is still settling, the slab can drop again or frost can lift it. Redirect downspouts and sump lines and seal the joints, and a lift lasts much longer.
Can concrete be resurfaced instead of replaced? How long will it last?
Concrete can be resurfaced instead of replaced when the slab is level and solid and only the top is worn. Resurfacing costs $3 to $7 per square foot nationally, or $1,200 to $2,900 for a two-car driveway. On an old patio with cracks and flaking, the loose layer is ground off and cracks are treated first. A resurfaced slab in our winters will last years if it is sealed and kept free of deicer, but less than new concrete, and old cracks tend to show through.
Why is my concrete spalling or flaking?
Spalling or flaking in Sioux Falls is nearly always freeze and thaw damage helped along by deicer. Water soaks into the top of the slab, freezes and pops the surface off. It is worst where salty slush falls off cars. Concrete with too little entrained air, or finished with water on the surface, fails first.
Can a flaking surface be repaired without replacing the slab?
A flaking surface can be repaired if the concrete below is hard. The weak layer is ground away and a bonded resurfacer is applied, then sealed. If the flaking is deep, covers most of the slab or the concrete underneath is soft, replacement with a proper air-entrained mix is the better use of money.
Why is my driveway lifting or heaving?
A driveway that is lifting or heaving in winter is being pushed by frost. Wet clay under the slab freezes and expands, often more in one spot than another. If it drops back in spring, that confirms it. Tree roots lift slabs too, but they do it all year and close to the tree. Less water under the slab is the cure: sealed joints, redirected downspouts and, in a replacement, a deeper gravel base.
Can a wide crack be patched, or will the patch pop out?
A rigid patch in a wide crack that still moves will pop out, usually in the first winter. Cracks here open and close with the seasons. A flexible sealant made for concrete joints moves with the slab and keeps water out. It will not make the crack invisible. If the crack is wide because the slab has dropped on one side, the slab needs lifting or replacing, not patching.
How do I fix a sunken walkway that is a trip hazard? Can the raised edge be ground down?
A sunken panel that is a trip hazard can be lifted, ground or replaced. Lifting suits a panel that is whole. A small raised lip can be ground down, and grinding is the cheapest fix, though it leaves a rough, lighter patch. A panel cracked through or tipped badly should be replaced. On the public sidewalk the City of Sioux Falls decides what repair is acceptable, so check before you pay for grinding.
The only real price for your property comes from a free on-site estimate and a written quote. Call (605) 633-5029 or text us a photo of the concrete.