The typical answer: “It depends.”
When you make an investment in something it’s reasonable to ask, “how long is this going to last me?” We get asked all the time, “How Long does Concrete Lifting with Polyurethane Foam Jacking Last?” Quite often and the answer is “it depends.” This isn’t meant to be a dance around answering the question directly it’s just there are a lot of factors to consider when answering. Here are a few:
Polyurethane is essentially a plastic that is manufactured under your slab by combining two chemicals together via a mixing gun. Like most plastics, polyurethane is a very hardy and long lasting material. There are a few chemicals that can cause it to dissolve or breakdown, but unless your structure is built on top of a contaminated site, this shouldn’t affect you. UV light is another source that can degrade polyurethane, but since the material is being injected into an area void of sunlight, there isn’t anything to worry about. In essence, the polyurethane will last well beyond the human lifespan as long as it remains in these conditions.
In the right conditions, Polyurethane Foam Jacking can last lifetimes. When approaching your project it’s important to address the issues that could cause the life of the polyurethane foam jacking process to diminish.
We recommend you find the right contractor to help balance longevity, costs, and to make sure your project is completed to your satisfaction.
Jun 12, 2024
We are excited to welcome Charlie Lerman, aka “The Grout Geek,” as our new Product Line Manager for Single Component Polyurethanes and Western Territory Manager at NCFI Polyurethanes’ Geotechnical division.
Jul 19, 2023
Our Geotechnical Training Course give contractors hands-on expertise in cutting-edge techniques, equipment maintenance, polyurethane behavior, injection design, various applications, and single and dual component systems.
Feb 27, 2025
NCFI Terrapin wins the Expert’s Choice award at the IPA Awards! This achievement highlights our commitment to innovation and excellence in geotechnical solutions.
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