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 San Antonio 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 Texas 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 be able to provide a free inspection and estimate. This will help determine what issues your foundation is having, what solutions are needed, and how much you should anticipate paying.
• Licensing and Insurance: Any company you hire should meet the general contractor licensing requirements in Texas and should have at least general liability insurance.
• Warranties: Make sure that you speak with your company about what warranties they offer. Reputable companies should offer warranties for their work, though what specifically is covered may vary.
• Cost: Foundation repair projects can be expensive and complicated, and how much you should expect to spend can vary widely based on the nature of the work. We recommend getting quotes from multiple foundation repair companies before you decide on one. Be cautious when considering companies with very low or high estimates.
• Structural Engineer Partnerships: A structural engineer is hired to provide a third-party property inspection and offer expert feedback on any proposed foundation repairs. Normally, this service costs a few hundred dollars. If your foundation repair company does not have a partnership with a structural engineer, you can connect with one yourself.

Cost of Foundation Repair San Antonio

The cost of foundation repair in San Antonio might be affected by a number of factors. These include:

• Home Size: The size of your foundation will influence repair costs. A bigger foundation will usually lead to a larger bill.
• Accessibility and Foundation Type: The accessibility of your foundation and the type of foundation can both affect the cost of services. Foundation types can include a concrete slab, basement, or crawl space.
• Soil Stability and Foundation Settlement: More expensive repairs might be required if the soil around your foundation is more unstable. More severe foundation settlement is likely to require more costly repairs.
• Severity of Issue: The severity of the issue and amount of work that needs to be done will affect your total cost. Repairing small cracks, for example, will be less expensive than a waterproofing job that requires changing your landscaping.
• Labor and Materials: With foundation repair, as with any home maintenance work, the final cost will be affected by the materials and labor required. On average, foundation repair costs about $146.88 hourly.
• Permits: A permit may not be needed for smaller jobs like crack repair, but your company will likely need one for bigger jobs such as underpinning. They will purchase permits from the San Antonio government, and the cost may vary depending on the job. The range for foundation repair permits varies. Generally, start around $150.

Types of Foundation Repair

The total amount you spend on your foundation will also be determined by the repair(s) that you need. Smaller-scale jobs can include services like crack repair, while larger repairs can include leveling or waterproofing. Services that your local foundation repair company can provide may include:

• Stabilization: If you're starting to notice bowing walls, your foundation repair expert can assist in fixing them. Signs of wall bowing include uneven floors, visible bulging of walls, horizontal cracks on walls, doors and windows that are difficult to shut, and leaning chimneys or porches. Your company will stabilize your home by inserting steel or carbon fiber strips into your walls. The total cost will depend on the material of the strip and how many are used — typically, you can anticipate paying about $3,791.
• Piering / Underpinning / Leveling: Your foundation may require underpinning if you notice floor or wall cracks, uneven floors, misaligned doors and windows, or even that your property is leaning. This service contributes a good deal towards resolving current problems and mitigating the risk of future ones. Leveling a foundation involves underpinning it with concrete piers for support. The total amount you will pay will depend mainly on the number of piers that are required. Generally, you can anticipate paying about $1,946.
• Crack Repair: Cracks that are bigger in width than a hairline should be examined by a local foundation repair technician. Hiring a professional helps guarantee that you have someone who is able to both diagnose the cause of the problem and fix the symptoms. The total amount you will pay for crack repair will depend on the size and number of cracks and what needs to be done to fix the problem. Typically, crack repair costs around $422.
• Leak Repair: Leak repair may be needed for a wide variety of reasons, and how much you end up paying will vary depending on what the exact issue is and how many leaks need repairing. A local foundation repair expert can inspect your foundation, determine the cause of the leak, and recommend next steps to repair it. The price for leak repair can be extremely variable, but you can expect to pay $3,591 on average.
• Waterproofing: This process can be very expensive, but it is often a very effective solution to your foundation problems. Waterproofing can consist of small repairs such as rerouting your gutters, or bigger fixes like changing your landscaping. The cost can vary, but on average, homeowners spend roughly $3,991 on waterproofing.