Not every uneven flag needs to be replaced. Small lifts and trip edges can be ground flush, and settled slabs can be re-set or leveled, restoring a safe walking surface at a fraction of the cost of a new pour. Easyfix Concrete NY provides concrete leveling and grinding across Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens.
We assess each flag honestly: if grinding or leveling will give a safe, lasting surface, we do that. If the lift is too large, the flag is cracked, or the flag is cited on a DOT violation, we quote a replacement instead, because DOT counts less-than-full-depth repairs as patchwork.
What We Fix
- Trip edges under ½ inch between flags
- Slabs lifted slightly by tree roots
- Settled flags with a step at the joint
- Uneven surfaces at cellar doors and vault covers
- Pooling water from low spots
- Trip edges flagged by insurers or property managers
What’s Included
- Free on-site measurement of every lift and edge
- Grinding of trip edges to a smooth transition
- Leveling or re-setting of settled flags
- Dust control and clean-up
- Advice on which flags should be replaced instead
- Same-day completion on most jobs
How We Do It
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Measure
We measure each vertical edge and check the flag for cracks.
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Recommend
Grind, level or replace, with the reason for each in the estimate.
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Grind & level
Edges are ground flush and settled flags brought back to grade.
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Clean-up
Dust is contained and the site is left clean and safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can grinding clear a DOT sidewalk violation?
No. DOT treats less-than-full-depth repairs as patchwork, and every flag numbered on a violation must be replaced. Grinding and leveling are for trip edges that have not been cited, such as private walkways, courtyards and building entrances.
How much does concrete grinding cost?
Grinding is priced per edge and is far cheaper than replacement. Most jobs fall in our Basic Repair range starting at $800.
Will the ground area look different?
The ground edge is slightly lighter at first and blends in within a few weeks of weathering.
Concrete Leveling & Grinding Across NYC
We provide concrete leveling & grinding in every borough we serve:
Sources & Standards
The rules and specifications on this page are based on these official sources. Requirements change, so we confirm what applies to your property during the free estimate.
- NYC Sidewalks: A Property Owner’s Guide to Address Sidewalk Defects NYC Department of Transportation (PDF)
- 34 RCNY § 2-09: Sidewalk, Curb and Roadway Work Rules of the City of New York