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 Columbus 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 Ohio 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: Any local foundation repair company should begin its process with a free inspection and estimate. This will help highlight what issues your foundation has, what solutions will be needed, and the expected cost.
• Warranties: The details of your warranty may vary depending on who you hire, but any trustworthy company you employ should provide one for their work. Ask your company about what their policies are before you sign a contract.
• Licensing and Insurance: You should verify that the company you use meets the general contractor licensing requirements for Ohio. Also verify that your company has, at minimum, general liability insurance.
• Cost: Foundation repair projects can have very different costs, and are often expensive, but the expense is well worth it. Prior to signing a contract, make sure to ask for quotes from two or more companies, and be wary of those that offer extremely low or high estimates.
• Structural Engineer Partnerships: You can form your own partnership with a structural engineer if your foundation repair company doesn't already have one. Hiring a structural engineer allows you to get a third-party evaluation of your home and an opinion on the proposed foundation repairs. This service normally costs a few hundred dollars.

Cost of Foundation Repair Columbus

Foundation repair costs in Columbus will vary based on multiple factors, such as:

• Home Size: The size of your home will affect repair costs. You will generally spend more if your home is larger.
• Accessibility and Foundation Type: The ease of accessing your foundation will have an effect on repair costs. Your foundation type will also play a role, whether you have a basement, crawl space, concrete slab, or some other type.
• 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 lead to more expensive repairs.
• Severity of Issue: Your final bill will be influenced by the severity of the issue and how much work is needed for repairs. If your foundation needs a big leveling job, you can expect to pay more than if your foundation needs minor crack repair.
• Labor and Materials: With foundation repair, as with any home maintenance project, the total price will be affected by the labor and materials needed. On average, foundation repair costs around $185.52 hourly.
• Permits: For anything bigger than a minor crack repair, such as underpinning, your repair company will probably need a permit from the Columbus government. How much you pay for a permit will vary depending on the nature of the job, normally beginning around $150.

Types of Foundation Repair

The total cost to you for repairs will also be based on what kind of repairs you need. More minor repairs might include services like crack repair, while something like waterproofing is a larger, more complex job. Your local foundation repair company can provide services such as:

• Piering / Underpinning / Leveling: These terms refer to the process of having your foundation leveled via the use of (normally concrete) piers, which are pinned under your foundation to support and level it. Your foundation might need this if you notice floor or wall cracks, uneven floors, 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 total amount you spend will depend mainly on how many piers are needed — generally, you can anticipate paying around $2,458.
• Crack Repair: It's wise to call a professional anytime you notice foundation cracks bigger than a hairline. They will be able to perform an inspection to discover the underlying cause of the crack and decide the best course of action. The amount you pay for services will depend 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 $533 for crack repair.
• Waterproofing: Waterproofing can cost more than other fixes, but this fix can both resolve and prevent various foundation issues. In this process, your foundation repair technician might make large changes like modifying your landscaping, or small ones like rerouting your gutters. Generally, homeowners spend $5,041 on waterproofing services.
• Leak Repair: Any leaks in your foundation should be inspected by one of your local foundation repair professionals so that the underlying issue can be identified and treated. The final price will be based on a number of factors, such as how big the leak is and the type of work that needs to be done. The average cost is roughly $4,536.
• Stabilization: A local foundation repair expert can help repair wall bowing that is caused by foundation issues. Signs of wall bowing that you may notice include horizontal cracks on walls, uneven floors, doors and windows that are difficult to shut, leaning chimneys or porches, and visible bulging of walls. Stabilization involves inserting steel or carbon fiber strips into your walls to support them; the final cost will be based on how many strips are needed and what material is used. In general, you can anticipate paying around $4,789.