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 Charlotte 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 North Carolina 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: When you speak with one of your local foundation repair experts, they should offer a free inspection and estimate before beginning work. This way, you can understand the underlying cause of the problems, what repairs may be required, and roughly how much you can expect to pay.
• Licensing and Insurance: Make sure to check that any company you use meets the general contractor licensing requirements in North Carolina. It's also a good idea to check that the company you hire has, at minimum, general liability insurance.
• Warranties: It's a smart idea to talk to your company about the kinds of warranties they offer. Any reputable company should have a warranty for their work, although what specifically is covered may vary.
• Cost: Foundation repair projects can have very different costs, and often are expensive, but are always well worth it. Before signing a contract, make sure to ask for quotes from more than one company, and be wary of those that offer extremely high or low estimates.
• Structural Engineer Partnerships: You can form your own partnership with a structural engineer if your foundation repair company doesn't have one. A structural engineer can provide a third-party evaluation of your property and an expert opinion on the proposed foundation repairs. This service generally costs a few hundred dollars.

Cost of Foundation Repair Charlotte

Many things can affect the amount you pay for foundation repairs in Charlotte, including:

• Home Size: Your foundation's size will affect repair costs. A larger foundation will usually lead to a larger bill.
• Accessibility and Foundation Type: Foundation type refers to if you have a concrete slab, basement, crawl space, or some other type. This, as well as the accessibility of the foundation, will affect repair costs.
• Severity of Issue: The total cost of repairs will be influenced by how severe the issue is and how much work is needed to remedy it. If you need to fix only a small crack, you'll spend less than if your foundation needs extensive waterproofing.
• Soil Stability and Foundation Settlement: If you have less stable soil surrounding your foundation, the result may be more severe foundation settlement. This can then lead to more expensive repairs.
• Labor and Materials: The total amount you pay for foundation repairs will be influenced by labor and materials cost for your specific job. Foundation repair will run you roughly $155.44 hourly.
• Permits: Certain small jobs like crack repair may not need a permit, but larger jobs will underpinning will likely require your technician to purchase one from Charlotte's government. The cost of permits may vary depending on the nature of the job; generally they start around $150.

Types of Foundation Repair

Your total cost for foundation repairs will also vary based on what needs to be done. Jobs can range from minor fixes such as crack repair to larger fixes like leveling or waterproofing. Common types of foundation services include:

• Leak Repair: Any leaks that you notice should be inspected by one of your local foundation repair professionals so that the underlying issue can be identified and treated. The total cost to you will depend on a number of factors, such as the size of the leak and the type of work that needs to be done. The average cost is roughly $3,801.
• Crack Repair: The amount that you'll spend on crack repair is based on the number of cracks and their size — in general, all cracks bigger than a hairline should get professional attention. One of your area's local foundation repair professionals can inspect the crack(s) in your foundation, figure out the root cause, and suggest an action plan. Depending on the cause, additional services may be needed to fix the underlying issue. The typical cost for crack repair is around $447.
• Waterproofing: This process can be very expensive, but it is often a very effective solution to your foundation problems. Waterproofing can involve small repairs such as rerouting your gutter system, or more involved fixes like changing your landscaping. The cost can vary, but on average, homeowners spend approximately $4,224 on waterproofing.
• Stabilization: Have walls that are bowing or warped? If this is happening, you might notice things like uneven floors, doors and windows that are difficult to shut, horizontal cracks on walls, visible bulging of walls, and leaning chimneys or porches. During the stabilization process, your foundation repair technician will insert carbon fiber or steel strips into your walls to support them. The cost will depend on what materials are used and how many strips are needed. You can expect to pay roughly $4,012 for stabilization.
• Piering / Underpinning / Leveling: These terms refer to the process of leveling your foundation with the use of (normally concrete) piers, which are pinned underneath your foundation to level and support it. Your foundation may require this if you notice uneven floors, wall or floor cracks, misaligned windows or doors, or your property leaning to one side. This process can be expensive, but is often necessary and can go a long way towards preventing future problems. The final price will be based on how many piers are used — typically, you can expect to pay around $2,060.