How to Start a Concrete Lifting Business with ArmorThane
What it really takes to start lifting concrete for a living: the rig, the foam, the training, the first customers and the mistakes worth…
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Start a lifting business
Lift concrete.
Build a business.
ArmorThane makes the foam, builds the rigs and trains the crews. You bring the hustle. No franchise fees, no territory license — just the materials, equipment and support to lift concrete in your market.
No franchise fees Buy materials and equipment, keep your margins
Since 1989 Made by ArmorThane in Springfield, Missouri
Turnkey rigs Trailer or box-truck builds
Hands-on training From the people who make the foam
Why lifting
Every town has
sinking concrete.
Driveways, sidewalks, pool decks, garage floors, warehouse slabs, city walks. Settled concrete is everywhere, replacement is slow and expensive, and most owners would rather keep the slab they have.
Steady residential demand
Trip hazards, drainage problems and curb appeal bring homeowners, realtors and property managers to you year after year.
Fast jobs, small crews
Most residential lifts are a few hours for one or two people. No forms, no mixers, no 28-day cure.
Pairs with what you do
Concrete, foundation repair, spray foam and coatings companies add lifting to the same customers they already serve.
The startup package
Everything you need
to lift on day one.
Lifting rig
Heated plural-component proportioner, heated hose, injection gun with lifting adapters, generator and air — built into a trailer or box truck.
ArmorFoam Lift
Lift 200 for residential slabs and Lift 300 for heavy commercial and industrial work, shipped from Springfield.
Training
Reading a slab, drilling patterns, injection and lift monitoring, patching, plus rig start-up and maintenance.
Marketing resources
Applicator portal access with marketing materials, design tools and technical guides.
Manufacturer support
Technical help from the team that formulates the foam and builds the equipment.
Financing options
Equipment financing through ArmorThane’s finance partners, subject to approval.
The foam
Two densities.
Every slab covered.
Residential
ArmorFoam Lift 200
2.50 lb/ft³
Two-component, closed-cell, water-blown rigid slab-jacking foam for patios, driveways, sidewalks and steps.
- Hydrophobic chemistry
- Fast, workable injection
- Traffic in 30 minutes or less
Commercial & industrial
ArmorFoam Lift 300
3.75 lb/ft³
Higher-density slab-jacking foam that gives powerful, steady lift and longer-lasting support under heavy dead loads.
- Built for heavy slabs
- Cures in cold, damp or wet conditions
- Minimal downtime
How it works
From first call
to first lift.
- 01Talk it through
Your market, your budget, what you already own. We tell you honestly whether lifting fits.
- 02Spec your rig
Trailer or truck, power, hose length and the extras — sized to the work you plan to chase.
- 03Train
Hands-on lifting and rig training so your first paid job isn’t your first lift.
- 04Launch
Foam on the shelf, marketing resources in hand and the ArmorThane team a phone call away.
Get the startup package
Three questions.
Real numbers back.
Tell us where you are and what you’re after. ArmorThane will follow up with rig options, foam pricing and training dates for your market.
- No franchise fees or royalties
- Equipment financing options
- Support from the manufacturer
Is this a franchise?
No. ArmorThane sells materials and equipment and provides training and support. There are no franchise fees and no protected-territory license to buy.
What equipment do I need to lift concrete?
A heated plural-component proportioner, heated hose, an injection gun with lifting adapters, a generator and air compressor, drills, and a trailer or box truck to carry it all. ArmorThane builds complete rigs and can match one to your budget and market.
Which ArmorThane foam should I use?
ArmorFoam Lift 200 (about 2.5 lb/ft³) covers most residential work — driveways, sidewalks, patios and steps. ArmorFoam Lift 300 (about 3.75 lb/ft³) is built for heavier commercial and industrial slabs.
Do I need concrete experience?
It helps, but it is not required. Many lifting businesses start as an add-on to concrete, foundation repair, spray foam or coatings companies. Training covers reading a slab, injection patterns, lift monitoring and rig maintenance.
Is financing available?
Ask us. Equipment financing options are available through ArmorThane's finance partners, subject to approval.
How fast can I start?
That mostly depends on your rig build and training dates. Fill out the form and we will give you a realistic timeline for your situation.
Business playbooks
Read before you buy.
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