Our Ranking Methodology

We aim to make our process as thorough as possible. Using machine learning and natural language processing, we collected and analyzed data of over 20,000 companies nationwide. We extracted the highlights and lowlights for each company and scored them using a variety of review criteria, including:

• Experience: We look for companies with experience in their field, and companies that employ high-quality contractors. We also look for experience with various types of foundation repairs or installations.
• Service area: It's important that a company recommended for San Diego homeowners serves that area. Higher scores are also given to companies with larger service areas.
• Customer experience: We analyze customer reviews to determine how satisfied customers are with the company.
• Accreditation: Proper licensing and well-educated professionals help boost a company's rating. We consider whether a company meets all of licensing requirements for California and whether it is properly insured.
• Pros and cons: We use the collected information to sort out pros and cons, such as customer satisfaction, experience with certain services, availability, and price. We then use these pros and cons to weigh a company's score.

After we score companies, we map them based on service area in order to show you only the most relevant providers.

• Inspection and Estimate Process: It's a good idea to understand both the cause of any foundation problems and the measures that will be required to fix them. When you get in contact with a local foundation repair expert, they should offer to conduct a free inspection and estimate.
• Licensing and Insurance: Be sure to confirm that your company has, at minimum, general liability insurance. It's also wise to verify that they meet the general contractor licensing requirements for the state of California.
• Warranties: Warranties may vary from company to company, but any reputable company you employ should have one for their work. Speak with your company about their policies prior to signing a contract.
• Structural Engineer Partnerships: Many foundation repair companies partner with structural engineers. For a few hundred dollars, structural engineers conduct third-party inspections of your property and give feedback on the repair plan. If your foundation repair company doesn't have this kind of partnership in place, you can contract with a structural engineer yourself.
• Cost: Foundation repair work can be complicated and expensive, and how much you should expect to spend can vary significantly between different types of projects. It's smart to get quotes from multiple foundation repair companies before you decide on one. You should be wary of companies that offer very low or high quotes.

Cost of Foundation Repair San Diego

There are many factors that might influence the cost of foundation repair in San Diego. These include:

• Home Size: The size of your home will have an effect on the cost of repairs. You will generally spend more if your home is larger.
• Accessibility and Foundation Type: Foundation types can include concrete slabs, basements, crawl spaces, and more. The type of foundation you have, as well as how easy it is to access, will influence repair costs.
• Severity of Issue: The amount you spend will be influenced by how severe the issue is and how much work will be needed for repairs. If your foundation requires a big leveling job, you will pay more than if your foundation needs minor crack fill.
• Soil Stability and Foundation Settlement: If the soil around your foundation is less stable, the result may be more severe foundation settlement. This in turn can increase the cost of repairs.
• Labor and Materials: With foundation repair, as with any home maintenance project, the total cost will be influenced by the materials and labor required. On average, foundation repair costs around $222.00 hourly.
• Permits: You might not need a permit for smaller fixes like crack repair, but your company will likely need one for larger jobs like underpinning. They will purchase permits from the San Diego government, and the cost may vary depending on the job. The range for foundation repair permits varies, although they generally start around $150.

Types of Foundation Repair

The exact kind of repair that you need will also affect the cost of foundation repair. Jobs can range from small fixes such as crack repair to larger fixes like leveling or waterproofing. Services that your local foundation repair expert can provide include:

• Leak Repair: Leak repair may be required for a wide variety of reasons, and the total cost will depend on what the exact issue is and the number of leaks that need to be repaired. Your local foundation repair professional can perform an inspection, diagnose the cause of the leak, and recommend next steps to fix it. The price for leak repair can be extremely variable, but you can anticipate paying $5,428 on average.
• Waterproofing: Waterproofing can involve bigger projects like making changes to your landscaping, or small fixes like rerouting your gutters. The cost of the work will vary depending on what kind of work needs to be done — bigger projects will be more expensive, but can help both solve current problems and prevent future ones. On average, homeowners pay $6,033 for waterproofing.
• Stabilization: Some signs of bowing walls are visible bulging of walls, doors and windows that are difficult to shut, horizontal cracks on walls, uneven floors, and leaning chimneys or porches. Stabilization can be used to fix this issue. During this process, your foundation repair expert will insert carbon fiber or steel strips into the walls for support. The final price will vary depending on what materials are used and how many strips are needed. Generally, you can expect to pay around $5,730.
• Crack Repair: It's wise to call a professional anytime you notice cracks in your foundation that are larger than a hairline. They can complete an inspection to evaluate the underlying cause of the crack and figure out the best course of action. The total cost of services will be based on the size and number of cracks, and whether any additional services, such as stabilization or leak repair, are needed. You can typically expect to pay about $638 for crack repair.
• Piering / Underpinning / Leveling: If you start to notice floor or wall cracks, uneven floors, misaligned windows and doors, or your home beginning to lean, your foundation may require piering. Your technician will level your foundation by underpinning it with large concrete pillars — occasionally, other materials are used. The total cost of this repair will be based mostly on how many pillars your foundation requires. Having your foundation underpinned can be expensive, however it is often much needed and helpful for preventing future headaches. Typically, you can expect to spend roughly $2,942 for piering.