10 Best Foundation Companies in Sacramento, CA

The amount you'll spend on foundation repair depends on a number of factors. Things like the size of your home, the type of repair needed, and the extent of the damage will all help determine the cost. On average, Sacramento homeowners spend roughly $3,889. The fastest way to learn how much a job is going to cost is to talk to a local foundation repair expert and schedule a free inspection and estimate.

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The main types of foundation repair are crack repair, leak repair, underpinning, stabilization, and waterproofing.

Crack repair and leak repair are exactly as they sound: your foundation repair expert will perform an inspection and complete any repairs necessary to remedy cracks or leaks. The price will depend on the size and cause of the problem.

Underpinning, also called piering or leveling, is when a contractor levels your foundation by underpinning it with large concrete piers. The amount you can expect to spend depends on how many piers are used. The price of stabilization varies similarly. This process reinforces bowing walls with steel or carbon fiber strips, and the total cost will depend on what material and how many strips are used.

Lastly, waterproofing is an overarching term for a category of repairs that help prevent water from getting into your foundation or basement. This can include interior waterproofing, exterior waterproofing, or both, and the price can vary widely. We recommend contacting a waterproofing specialist if you're planning to waterproof your foundation.

Your foundation repair expert should acquire the needed permits. You can ask the company to provide a detailed explanation of its process and to see the paperwork and permits it has assembled to verify that everything is properly authorized per Sacramento regulations.

Typically, your foundation repair contractor will be licensed as a general contractor. General contractors in California must be licensed by the Contractors State License Board in order to work on projects valued at more than $500. To obtain a license, an individual needs to have at least four years of related work experience in the last decade (or be represented by someone who does), must pass both a business and law and a trade exam, and must be bonded. If an individual or business has employees, workers' compensation insurance is also required. There may be additional requirements for contractors to do certain work with concrete.

The amount of time a foundation repair takes varies greatly depending on the kind of repair that is needed and the size of your home. Most repairs will take anywhere from one to several weeks. Talk to your Sacramento foundation repair expert for the specific timeline for your project.