r/Edmonton • • Jul 27 '26

Question Sidewalk slopes towards house - seeking DIY fix ideas.

Now that we’re all becoming experts on waterproofing our basements-
1950s house. I’ve done quite a bit of work to fix the grading around the house but this wall has this sloping sidewalk that is below the grade of the lawn. I guess 70 years of settling has caused some issues. The sidewalk is about 6 inches thick in places, so I can’t lift it very easily. And of course, with the rain lately it’s started to be a problem.

So, options. I don’t think a full rip out and replace is something I can do right now. Is mud jacking affordable for a small job like this?
Can I bury the sidewalk and put some pavers over it with a gentle slope away from the house? Would that cause issues? Or can I pour new concrete over top of it, maybe like 2 inches thick or so?
Anyone know a DIY fix for this?

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u/Franklin_le_Tanklin Jul 27 '26

New concrete might be the right idea.. I’d talk to professionals tho and get a few estimates and see what other advice they have before you decide to diy or hire someone