Are your front steps sinking, cracking, or pulling away from your home? Sunken or uneven stairs are not just an eyesore. They are a serious safety hazard and a warning sign that the soil beneath your steps has shifted or washed away. Staircase leveling restores your steps to their original position quickly, affordably, and permanently without the cost or disruption of tearing everything out and starting over.
At The Crack Guys, we use Staircase Deep Injection technology to lift and stabilize sunken brick or concrete steps across Alabama and Tennessee. Our specialists restore your staircase to level in a single visit with no heavy equipment, no major excavation, and no mess left behind.
Why Do Stairs Sink and Crack?
Staircases sink for the same reason driveways, sidewalks, and patios sink. The soil beneath them shifts, erodes, or washes away over time. Common causes of staircase settlement in Alabama and Tennessee include:
Soil Erosion Heavy rain and poor drainage wash away the soil supporting your steps from underneath, creating voids that cause the staircase to sink.
Soil Compaction Over time, the soil beneath concrete or brick steps compresses under the weight above, causing gradual sinking.
Tree Root Activity Tree roots near your staircase extract moisture from the surrounding soil, causing it to shrink and pull away.
Poor Original Construction Steps that were not built on a proper compacted base or footing will settle over time as the soil beneath them shifts.
Freeze and Thaw Cycles Seasonal temperature changes cause soil to expand and contract, gradually shifting your steps out of position.
Common signs that your staircase needs leveling include steps that are visibly lower than they used to be, gaps between your steps and your home’s foundation, cracks running through brick or concrete, uneven or tilted risers, and steps that rock or shift when you walk on them.
What Is Staircase Deep Injection?
Staircase Deep Injection is a precision lifting technique that uses high-density polyurethane foam injected beneath your sunken steps to fill voids, stabilize the soil, and lift the staircase back to its original level position.
The process works like this. Small holes are drilled through or beneath your existing steps. A two-part polyurethane foam is injected through the holes. The foam expands rapidly to fill voids and compress loose soil. The expanding foam gently lifts the staircase back to level. The entire process is fast, clean, and minimally invasive, and your steps can be used again within minutes of completion.
Unlike traditional mudjacking which uses heavy cement slurry, polyurethane foam is lightweight, waterproof, and does not add significant weight to the soil below, making it a longer-lasting and more effective solution for staircase leveling.
How The Crack Guys Perform Staircase Leveling
Our staircase leveling process is designed to restore your steps quickly with minimal disruption to your home and yard:
Step 1: Staircase Assessment
Our specialist inspects your staircase to determine the cause and extent of settlement, identifying voids, erosion patterns, and any related drainage issues that may be contributing to the problem.
Step 2: Drilling Injection Ports
Small holes, typically less than one inch in diameter, are drilled through or beneath your existing steps at strategic locations. These ports are carefully positioned to maximize foam coverage and lifting efficiency.
Step 3: Polyurethane Foam Injection
High-density polyurethane foam is injected through each port. The two-part foam expands rapidly on contact, filling voids beneath your steps, compressing loose or eroded soil, and generating the lifting force needed to raise your staircase back to level.
Step 4: Monitoring and Adjusting
Our technician monitors the lift carefully as foam is injected, making real-time adjustments to achieve a precise, level result. Injection continues until the staircase reaches the target elevation.
Step 5: Port Patching and Cleanup
Once lifting is complete, the small injection ports are patched and smoothed. The work area is cleaned up and your steps are ready to use within minutes. Most homeowners cannot tell where the ports were drilled.
Step 6: Drainage Review
Our specialist reviews the drainage around your staircase and makes recommendations to prevent future erosion and settlement, protecting your investment long term.
Why Choose Polyurethane Foam for Staircase Leveling?
The Crack Guys use polyurethane foam injection for staircase leveling because it outperforms traditional methods in every important way:
Lightweight Polyurethane foam weighs far less than traditional mudjacking slurry, so it does not add extra load to already compromised soil.
Waterproof Unlike cement-based mudjacking material, polyurethane foam does not absorb water or wash away over time.
Fast The foam cures in minutes. Your staircase is usable again almost immediately after completion.
Precise Foam injection allows for precise, controlled lifting, minimizing the risk of over-lifting or uneven results.
Minimally Invasive Small injection ports and no heavy equipment means minimal disruption to your landscaping, driveway, or home exterior.
Long Lasting Polyurethane foam is durable and stable, providing a long-term solution rather than a temporary fix.
Staircase leveling with polyurethane foam typically costs significantly less than full staircase replacement, and delivers a result that looks great and performs better over time. According to the Concrete Foundations Association, early intervention on settling concrete is always more cost-effective than waiting until damage becomes severe enough to require full replacement.
Should I Also Fix My Driveway or Sidewalk?
Sinking stairs are often a sign of broader soil settlement issues around your home. If your staircase is sinking, there is a good chance your driveway, sidewalk, patio, or garage floor may be experiencing similar issues. The Crack Guys offer concrete leveling services across Alabama and Tennessee using the same polyurethane injection technology, restoring sunken concrete surfaces throughout your property in a single visit.
Learn more about our concrete leveling service to see how we can restore all of the sunken concrete around your home.
Restore Safe, Level Stairs — Call The Crack Guys Today
Sunken stairs are a safety hazard and a sign of soil problems that will only get worse over time. The Crack Guys restore staircases across Alabama and Tennessee every day using fast, affordable, and permanent polyurethane foam injection, and our team is ready to help protect your home.
Call your nearest location or request a free inspection online today. Our specialists will assess your staircase, explain exactly what they find, and walk you through your options. No pressure, no guesswork, just honest answers from people who do this every day.
The Crack Guys — Good People. Great Results.
Madison, Alabama (256) 202-5633 | Anniston, Alabama (205) 961-2456 | Hartselle, Alabama (256) 773-2002 | Brentwood, Tennessee (615) 392-2002 | Clarksville, Tennessee (615) 695-1888
Staircase Leveling: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my stairs need leveling?
Common signs include steps that are visibly lower than before, gaps between your steps and your home, cracks in brick or concrete, uneven or tilted risers, and steps that rock or move when you walk on them. If you notice any of these signs, contact The Crack Guys for a free inspection. We serve homeowners across Alabama and Tennessee, including Madison, Anniston, Hartselle, Brentwood, and Clarksville.
How long does staircase leveling take?
Most staircase leveling jobs are completed in one to two hours. The polyurethane foam cures in minutes, so your steps are usable again almost immediately after The Crack Guys finish.
Is polyurethane foam staircase leveling permanent?
Yes. High-density polyurethane foam provides a permanent, stable base beneath your steps. Unlike mudjacking slurry which can wash away or crack over time, polyurethane foam is waterproof and durable.
Will the injection holes show after the job is done?
The small injection ports are patched and smoothed after completion. In most cases the patches are barely noticeable, especially on weathered brick or concrete. The Crack Guys take care to leave your staircase looking clean and restored.
Is staircase leveling cheaper than replacement?
In most cases yes, significantly cheaper. Full staircase replacement requires demolition, new materials, labor, and restoration of surrounding landscaping. Staircase leveling with polyurethane foam achieves a comparable result at a fraction of the cost.
Can you level both brick and concrete stairs?
Yes. The Crack Guys perform staircase leveling on both brick and concrete staircases across Alabama and Tennessee.
How much does staircase leveling cost?
The cost depends on the size of your staircase and the extent of settlement. The Crack Guys provide detailed proposals based on actual measurements, so you always know exactly what you are paying for. Financing is available. Contact us today for a free inspection in Alabama or Tennessee.
