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Old 01-29-2009, 07:44 PM   #1
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Peaked Concrete In Basement

Was wondering what the best method for fixing the peaks and cracks in my basement , i know the permanent solution is removing , new soil etc . I had estimates for 25K + so just wanted to get back to level enough for at least carpet in main areas and tile in bath and laundry rooms . I was thinking of jack-hammering out the peaks then fill to level , then self level after that . Then my buddy was talking about "grinding " off the peaks then barely any filling is needed , both jobs dont sound fun but less mess and filling if the grinding would work .

Any suggestions would be appreciated

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Old 01-29-2009, 07:47 PM   #2
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Was wondering what the best method for fixing the peaks and cracks in my basement , i know the permanent solution is removing , new soil etc . I had estimates for 25K + so just wanted to get back to level enough for at least carpet in main areas and tile in bath and laundry rooms . I was thinking of jack-hammering out the peaks then fill to level , then self level after that . Then my buddy was talking about "grinding " off the peaks then barely any filling is needed , both jobs dont sound fun but less mess and filling if the grinding would work .

Any suggestions would be appreciated
The grinder is fun I think. You will need some strong boys to get it down the stairs.
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Concrete overlay

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Crack isolation membrane for the tile area
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