Walkway & entrance re-levelling in the United Kingdom
Trip steps at slab joints on paths and entrances, lifted level without new paving.
About walkway & entrance re-levelling
What this work involves
A raised or dropped slab on a walkway or at a building entrance is where people trip and where wheelchairs and pushchairs get stuck. The step usually appears at a joint after the ground under one slab has settled and the neighbour has stayed put.
The specialist measures the difference in level, finds the void beneath and advises on lifting the lower slab to match. Resin injection leaves the existing concrete in place and the walkway can often be used again quickly. Say where it is and how big the step is and a price is given for the job.
The essential facts in brief
Sunken concrete walkways and building entrances in the UK: trip steps at slab joints, how they are lifted level, and how to enquire.
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- Residential, commercial and infrastructure jobs
- Pricing depends on the job, quoted per enquiry
- Serving enquiries from across the United Kingdom
How it compares
| Polyurethane resin injectionRecommended | Full slab replacement | Block paving reset | Self-levelling screed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Out of service | 2–4 hours | 1–2 weeks | 1–2 days | 48–72 hours |
| Traffic management | Required | Required | Required | Required |
| Invasiveness | Low | High | Low | Medium |
| Addresses void | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Longevity | 25+ years | 25–40 years | 4–8 years | 5–10 years |
| Relative cost | Baseline | Much higher | Lower | Similar |
Does this describe your concrete?
- A trip step has appeared at the door threshold where the path has dropped.
- Slabs rock when stepped on, and rainwater runs toward the entrance.
- Pushchairs and wheelchairs catch on a raised paving edge.
- A ramp no longer has the gradient it was built with.
- Handrail posts lean because the paving around their bases has moved.
How the job gets done
Footfall plan
The specialist notes how people use the path or doorway and marks the slabs that cause a trip.
Trip mapping
A straight edge records the height difference at each joint to show which slabs need raising.
Slab levelling
Resin is injected under each low slab until the edges line up and the surface stops rocking.
Edge check
Joints are cleaned and the specialist walks the route again to check no lip remains.
Concrete levelling work across the United Kingdom
Written price before any work. Written cost details are provided after the specialist assesses the job.
Written findings from the specialist. The specialist records findings, cause of movement, and work carried out.
Specialists who know the ground. A local specialist knows the soil conditions and structures in your area.
No obligation to proceed. Read the findings and decide at your own pace; nobody will chase you to go ahead.
Thresholds and the height of a step
Small differences, real hazards
A lip of 10 to 20 mm between two paving slabs or concrete sections is enough to catch a foot. The specialist measures each lip so the lift is set to remove it.
Door clearances
Where a walkway meets a door or ramp, raising the slab can affect how the door swings. The specialist checks clearances before settling the final height.
Narrow areas
Footpaths and entrance approaches are tight, so the kit is small and only a short section is taped off at a time.
Walkway & entrance re-levelling across the United Kingdom
Specialists cover walkway & entrance re-levelling across towns including Birmingham · Edinburgh · Glasgow · Leeds · Liverpool · London · Manchester · Sheffield and many more areas throughout the United Kingdom, handling sunken slabs, cracked paths, and uneven concrete surfaces
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How small a lip is worth lifting?
A difference of 10 mm or more between two slabs is a recognised trip risk. The specialist measures each joint and recommends lifting where the gap meets or exceeds that threshold.
Will the work affect nearby doors?
Raising a slab close to a door can change the clearance beneath it. The specialist checks door swing and sill height before setting the final lift height so the door still opens freely.
How quickly can the path be used again?
Resin sets within minutes of injection. Most paths and entrances are usable again within an hour of the work finishing.
Does the existing concrete have to be removed?
No. The existing slab is lifted in place through small holes. Removal is only recommended if the slab itself is cracked through and no longer sound, which the specialist notes in the findings.