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 Philadelphia 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 Pennsylvania 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 get in touch with a local foundation repair expert, they should conduct a free inspection and estimate before a contract is signed. This will help you learn more about the underlying cause of your foundation problems, what fixes will be needed, and roughly how much you can expect to pay.
• Warranties: The details of a warranty will vary between companies, but any trustworthy company you employ should offer one for their work. Talk to your company about what their policies are before you sign a contract.
• Licensing and Insurance: At minimum, any company you hire should have general liability insurance. You'll also want to make sure that they meet Pennsylvania's general contractor licensing requirements.
• Cost: Foundation repair work can be expensive and complicated, and the price can vary widely based on the nature of the work. We recommend getting quotes from multiple companies before you commit to one. You should be wary of companies with very low or high estimates.
• Structural Engineer Partnerships: Many foundation repair companies maintain partnerships 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 a partnership like this established, you can contract with a structural engineer yourself.

Cost of Foundation Repair Philadelphia

Many things may influence how much you pay for foundation repairs in Philadelphia, such as:

• Home Size: Your foundation's size will influence repair costs. A bigger foundation will usually lead to a larger bill.
• 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 will be needed for repairs. If your foundation requires extensive waterproofing, you can expect to pay more than if you need minor crack repair.
• Labor and Materials: With foundation repair, as with any home maintenance job, the total price will be affected by the labor and materials needed. On average, foundation repair costs about $164.40 hourly.
• Permits: Certain small jobs like crack repair may not require a permit, but larger jobs will underpinning will likely require your technician to purchase one from the Philadelphia government. The price of the permit may vary depending on the type of job; generally they start around $150.

Types of Foundation Repair

The total amount you spend on foundation repair will also be affected by the repair(s) needed. Repairs can range from minor fixes such as crack repair to bigger fixes like leveling or waterproofing. You may be thinking about employing a local foundation services company for:

• Waterproofing: Waterproofing can be expensive, but it can solve and prevent various foundation problems. Your foundation repair technician might make large changes such as modifying your landscaping, or small ones like rerouting your gutter system. Generally, homeowners spend $4,467 on waterproofing.
• Leak Repair: Leak repair may be required for a number of reasons, and the total cost will vary depending on the exact issue and the number of leaks that need to be repaired. Your local foundation repair expert can perform an inspection, diagnose the cause of the leak, and recommend next steps to repair it. The cost of leak repair can vary widely, but you can expect to pay $4,020 on average.
• Stabilization: Have any walls that are warped or bowing? If this is happening, you may notice things like leaning chimneys or porches, uneven floors, horizontal cracks on walls, doors and windows that are difficult to shut, and visible bulging of walls. Through the process of stabilization, your foundation repair technician will insert carbon fiber or steel strips into your walls to support them. The cost will vary depending on the materials used and how many strips are placed. You can expect to pay around $4,244 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 under your foundation to level and support it. Your foundation might need this if you notice uneven floors, wall or floor cracks, misaligned windows or doors, or your property leaning to one side. While expensive, this process is often necessary and can go a long way towards preventing future headaches. Your total bill will be based on how many piers are installed — usually, you can expect to pay around $2,178.
• Crack Repair: Cracks that are larger than a hairline should be assessed by a local foundation repair professional. Hiring a professional guarantees that there is someone who can both diagnose the cause of the problem and remedy the symptoms. The amount your local professional charges for crack repair will depend on the size and number of cracks and what is needed to take care of the issue. Usually, crack repair costs about $473.