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 Nashville 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 Tennessee 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: Your local foundation repair company should offer you a free inspection and estimate. This will help you learn what issues your foundation is having, what solutions will be needed, and how much you should anticipate paying.
• Warranties: The details of a warranty will vary between companies, but any reputable company should provide one for their work. Talk to your company about their policies prior to signing a contract.
• Licensing and Insurance: The company you hire should, at minimum, have general liability insurance. Also, be sure to make sure that they meet Tennessee's general contractor licensing requirements.
• Structural Engineer Partnerships: You can establish a partnership with a structural engineer on your own if your foundation repair company doesn't have one. Structural engineers provide both a third-party evaluation of your foundation and an expert opinion on the proposed foundation repairs. This service generally costs a few hundred dollars.
• Cost: Foundation repair projects can have very different costs, and often are expensive, but the price you pay is well worth it. Prior to signing a contract, it's in your best interest to ask for quotes from multiple companies, and be wary of those that offer extremely high or low estimates.

Cost of Foundation Repair Nashville

There are certain factors that can affect the cost of foundation repair in Nashville. These include:

• Home Size: The size of the foundation will influence the cost of repairs; if your home is larger, you can expect to spend more.
• Accessibility and Foundation Type: The accessibility of the foundation and the type of foundation can both have an effect on the price of services. Many homes have basements, but other foundation types include crawl spaces and concrete slabs.
• Severity of Issue: The severity of the issue, and how much work will be needed to repair it, will influence the total cost. Small cracks that need a basic fill will be less expensive to fix than bigger stability issues that will require underpinning.
• Soil Stability and Foundation Settlement: If you have less stable soil surrounding your foundation, the result may be more severe foundation settlement. This in turn can increase the cost of repairs.
• Labor and Materials: The total price you pay for foundation repairs will be affected by labor and materials cost for your specific job. Foundation repair will cost about $149.92 hourly.
• Permits: If the job is something small like crack repair, you may not need permission from the Nashville government. For bigger jobs like underpinning, your company will need to purchase a permit. This cost can vary depending on what kind of work needs to be done, and starts around $150.

Types of Foundation Repair

The total amount you spend on foundation repair will also be determined by the repair(s) that you need. Bigger repairs include fixes like leveling, while crack repair is a faster, more simple job. You may think of hiring a local foundation repair professional for services like:

• Stabilization: Are your walls warped or bowing? If this is the case, you may notice things like visible bulging of walls, leaning chimneys or porches, uneven floors, doors and windows that are difficult to shut, and horizontal cracks on walls. During the stabilization process, your foundation repair expert will insert carbon fiber or steel strips into your walls for support. Your final cost will depend on the materials used and how many strips are required. You can expect to pay about $3,870 for stabilization.
• Piering / Underpinning / Leveling: These terms refer to the process of having your foundation leveled via the use of (normally concrete) piers, which are pinned underneath your foundation for support and to level it. Your foundation might need this if you notice floor or wall cracks, uneven floors, misaligned doors or windows, or your property leaning to one side. While expensive, this process is often necessary, and it can be very helpful in preventing future problems. Your total bill will be based on how many piers are required — typically, you can expect to pay around $1,986.
• Leak Repair: The amount you pay for leak repair will be based on a number of factors, such as the number of leaks and their root cause. Your local foundation repair expert can conduct an inspection, determine what is causing the leak, and recommend some next steps. All leaks should be inspected, to be sure the underlying cause is identified and taken care of. You can expect to spend about $3,666 on leak repair.
• Crack Repair: It's wise to call a professional anytime you notice foundation cracks bigger than a hairline. They will be able to complete an inspection to discover the underlying cause of the crack and decide the best plan to resolve it. The amount you pay for services will depend on the size and number of cracks, and if any additional services, such as leveling or stabilization, are needed. You can typically expect to pay about $431 for crack repair.
• Waterproofing: Waterproofing solutions can range from simple fixes like rerouting a gutter system to big changes like modifying your landscaping. This process can be expensive, but it goes a long way towards protecting your foundation. On average, homeowners spend $4,074 on waterproofing.