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 Detroit 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 Michigan 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 smart idea to understand both the underlying causes of foundation problems and what measures will be needed to remedy them. When you talk with one of your local foundation repair experts, they should offer to conduct a free inspection and estimate.
• Licensing and Insurance: Be sure to confirm that any company you hire has at least general liability insurance. It's also wise to verify that they meet the general contractor licensing requirements for Michigan.
• Warranties: The details of your warranty may vary depending on who you hire, but any reputable company should provide one for their work. Speak with your company about what their policies are before you sign a contract.
• Cost: Foundation repair can be expensive and complicated, and how much you should expect to spend can vary significantly depending on what you need done. We recommend getting quotes from multiple foundation repair companies before you decide on one. Be cautious when considering companies that offer very low or high quotes.
• Structural Engineer Partnerships: Many foundation repair companies partner with structural engineers. For a few hundred dollars, structural engineers can perform third-party inspections of your property and evaluate the suggested repairs. If your foundation repair company doesn't have this kind of partnership in place, you can contract with a structural engineer yourself.

Cost of Foundation Repair Detroit

Many things can influence how much you pay for foundation repairs in Detroit. These include:

• Home Size: The size of your house will be a primary factor that influences the cost of foundation repairs. Generally, the bigger your home is, the greater the cost will be.
• Accessibility and Foundation Type: Foundation type refers to whether you have a basement, concrete slab, crawl space, or some other type. This, as well as the accessibility of your home's foundation, will influence the cost of repairs.
• Soil Stability and Foundation Settlement: More severe foundation settlement often leads to more expensive repairs. If the soil around your foundation is less stable, the result may be that you spend more.
• Severity of Issue: Your final bill will be influenced by the severity of the issue and how much work will be needed for repairs. If your foundation requires a big leveling job, you can expect to pay more than if you need minor crack fill.
• Labor and Materials: With foundation repair, as with any home maintenance job, the total price will be affected by the materials and labor required. On average, foundation repair costs about $156.96 hourly.
• Permits: Some small jobs like crack repair might not need a permit, but for larger jobs, like underpinning, your technician will likely have to obtain one from Detroit's government. The cost of permits might vary depending on the nature of the job; generally they start around $150.

Types of Foundation Repair

The repair(s) you opt for will also influence the total cost. More minor repairs might include services like crack repair, while something like waterproofing is a bigger, more complex repair. You can employ a local foundation repair expert for services including:

• Waterproofing: Waterproofing solutions can be anything from straightforward fixes like rerouting your gutters to big changes like modifying your landscaping. Waterproofing can come with a high price tag, but it goes a long way towards protecting your foundation. On average, homeowners pay $4,265 for waterproofing.
• Leak Repair: A local foundation repair professional can come and inspect any foundation leaks to discover the underlying cause. Then, they can recommend next steps to fix them. The total amount you pay will depend on a number of factors, including the size of the leak and the underlying cause — typically, you can generally expect to pay around $3,838.
• Crack Repair: The amount that you'll spend on crack repair depends on how many cracks need fixing and how large they are — generally, any cracks wider than a hairline deserve professional attention. One of the local foundation repair professionals in your area can inspect the crack(s) in your foundation, determine the source of the issue, and recommend a plan of action. In certain cases, you might need additional services to fix the underlying issue. The typical cost for crack repair is about $451.
• Piering / Underpinning / Leveling: If you notice uneven floors, wall or floor cracks, misaligned doors and windows, or your home starting 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. Your total bill will depend largely on how many pillars are required for your foundation. Underpinning can be expensive, however it is often necessary and helpful for preventing future headaches. In general, you can expect to spend around $2,080 for piering.
• Stabilization: A foundation repair technician can help repair wall bowing that is caused by foundation issues. Signs of wall bowing that you may notice include horizontal cracks on walls, visible bulging of walls, doors and windows that are difficult to shut, leaning chimneys or porches, and uneven floors. Stabilization involves inserting carbon fiber or steel strips into your walls to support them, and the total price will vary depending on the number and material of the strips. In general, you can expect to spend about $4,052.