Foundation Repair
Foundation repair stabilizes and corrects settling, cracking, or shifting foundations using methods like piers, wall anchors, and crack injection. It addresses structural movement and its causes, and is priced per project.
How foundation repair is done
- Inspect and diagnose the movement and cause
- Design a repair such as piers or anchors
- Excavate to access the foundation
- Install piers, anchors, or injections
- Lift or stabilize the structure
- Backfill, address drainage, and verify
What homeowners should know
- Get a structural engineer's assessment for major movement
- Understand whether the fix stabilizes or also lifts the foundation
- Ask about the transferable warranty on the repair
- Address the drainage cause, not just the symptom
- Get more than one opinion before committing
Permits, timelines & things to consider
- Permits and engineering are typically required for structural repairs
- Repair method and severity drive the per-project cost
- Drainage and soil moisture are often the underlying cause
- Warranties vary widely, so read what is covered and transferable
- Delaying repairs usually worsens and raises cost
Frequently asked questions
When is a foundation crack serious?
Hairline cracks are common, but wide, horizontal, or growing cracks with sticking doors and sloping floors can signal structural movement needing evaluation.
Should I get an engineer involved?
For significant movement, an independent structural engineer's report gives an unbiased diagnosis and repair scope before hiring a contractor.
Does foundation repair include fixing drainage?
It should address the underlying cause; poor drainage and soil moisture often drive movement, so fixing them prevents recurrence. Pricing is per project.