How Much Does Foundation Repair Cost?
Updated for 2024 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Foundation Repair Include?
Foundation repair addresses cracks, settling, bowing walls, and water intrusion. Methods include piering, mudjacking, wall anchors, and carbon fiber straps.
The national average cost for foundation repair is $5,000 per project. Most homeowners pay between $2,000 and $12,000, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Repair Type
Crack sealing: $500-$1,500. Mudjacking: $1,000-$3,000. Piering: $5,000-$15,000. Wall anchors: $3,000-$8,000
Severity
Minor cracks: $500-$2,000. Moderate settling: $3,000-$7,000. Major structural: $10,000-$30,000+
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Type and extent of damage
- ✓Repair method
- ✓Home size
- ✓Soil conditions
- ✓Accessibility
- ✓Waterproofing needs
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Address small cracks early before they become major structural issues
- 2.Get a structural engineer's assessment before committing to a repair company
- 3.Some cosmetic cracks don't need repair — get multiple opinions
Foundation Repair Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,640 | $4,100 | $9,840 |
| Alaska | $2,560 | $6,400 | $15,360 |
| Arizona | $1,900 | $4,750 | $11,400 |
| Arkansas | $1,600 | $4,000 | $9,600 |
| California | $2,700 | $6,750 | $16,200 |
| Colorado | $2,160 | $5,400 | $12,960 |
| Connecticut | $2,440 | $6,100 | $14,640 |
| Delaware | $2,100 | $5,250 | $12,600 |
| Florida | $1,960 | $4,900 | $11,760 |
| Georgia | $1,800 | $4,500 | $10,800 |
| Hawaii | $2,840 | $7,100 | $17,040 |
| Idaho | $1,840 | $4,600 | $11,040 |
| Illinois | $2,100 | $5,250 | $12,600 |
| Indiana | $1,760 | $4,400 | $10,560 |
| Iowa | $1,720 | $4,300 | $10,320 |
| Kansas | $1,700 | $4,250 | $10,200 |
| Kentucky | $1,680 | $4,200 | $10,080 |
| Louisiana | $1,740 | $4,350 | $10,440 |
| Maine | $2,040 | $5,100 | $12,240 |
| Maryland | $2,300 | $5,750 | $13,800 |
| Massachusetts | $2,600 | $6,500 | $15,600 |
| Michigan | $1,840 | $4,600 | $11,040 |
| Minnesota | $2,040 | $5,100 | $12,240 |
| Mississippi | $1,560 | $3,900 | $9,360 |
| Missouri | $1,740 | $4,350 | $10,440 |
| Montana | $1,900 | $4,750 | $11,400 |
| Nebraska | $1,760 | $4,400 | $10,560 |
| Nevada | $2,040 | $5,100 | $12,240 |
| New Hampshire | $2,240 | $5,600 | $13,440 |
| New Jersey | $2,500 | $6,250 | $15,000 |
| New Mexico | $1,800 | $4,500 | $10,800 |
| New York | $2,640 | $6,600 | $15,840 |
| North Carolina | $1,800 | $4,500 | $10,800 |
| North Dakota | $1,800 | $4,500 | $10,800 |
| Ohio | $1,800 | $4,500 | $10,800 |
| Oklahoma | $1,660 | $4,150 | $9,960 |
| Oregon | $2,200 | $5,500 | $13,200 |
| Pennsylvania | $2,040 | $5,100 | $12,240 |
| Rhode Island | $2,300 | $5,750 | $13,800 |
| South Carolina | $1,740 | $4,350 | $10,440 |
| South Dakota | $1,700 | $4,250 | $10,200 |
| Tennessee | $1,720 | $4,300 | $10,320 |
| Texas | $1,860 | $4,650 | $11,160 |
| Utah | $1,900 | $4,750 | $11,400 |
| Vermont | $2,160 | $5,400 | $12,960 |
| Virginia | $2,100 | $5,250 | $12,600 |
| Washington | $2,300 | $5,750 | $13,800 |
| West Virginia | $1,600 | $4,000 | $9,600 |
| Wisconsin | $1,880 | $4,700 | $11,280 |
| Wyoming | $1,840 | $4,600 | $11,040 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my foundation needs repair?
Signs include cracks in walls or floors, doors/windows that stick, uneven floors, gaps around window frames, and visible cracks in the foundation.