Repairing Sinking Concrete Around Your Pool: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. Remove any furniture, plants, or other objects from the area around the pool.

2. Sweep the area clean of dirt and debris.

3. Use a pry bar to remove any loose concrete.

Step 2: Dig out the sunken concrete

1. Use a shovel or pickaxe to dig out the sunken concrete.

2. Dig down until you reach firm soil.

3. Make sure to dig out the concrete in a square or rectangular shape so that you can easily patch it later.

Step 3: Pack the hole with crushed stone

1. Pour crushed stone into the hole.

2. Use a tamper to compact the crushed stone.

3. Keep adding crushed stone and tamping it down until the hole is full.

Step 4: Wet the crushed stone

1. Use a hose to wet the crushed stone.

2. This will help to settle the stone and prevent it from washing out.

Step 5: Patch the concrete

1. Mix a batch of concrete according to the package directions.

2. Pour the concrete into the hole.

3. Use a trowel to smooth out the concrete.

4. Let the concrete cure for at least 24 hours before allowing foot traffic on it.

Step 6: Seal the cracks

1. Use a caulking gun to fill the cracks in the concrete.

2. Use a paintable caulk that will match the color of the concrete.

3. Let the caulk dry according to the package directions.