12 Best Foundation Companies in Metairie, LA

The cost of foundation repair depends on several factors. Things like the extent of the damage, the size of your home, and the type of repair needed will all factor in. On average, Metairie homeowners spend around $3,091. The fastest way to learn how much a job is going to cost is to contact a local foundation repair company and schedule a free inspection and estimate.

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Types of foundation repair include leak repair, crack repair, stabilization, underpinning, and waterproofing.

Leak repair and crack repair involve a technician coming to your home, completing an inspection, and using various repair techniques to remedy leaks or cracks. The cost of these procedures will vary greatly depending on the size and cause of the problem.

Stabilization involves reinforcing bowing walls by inserting steel or carbon fiber strips. The cost will depend on the material used and how many strips are needed. The cost of underpinning also varies. This process, also called leveling or piering, involves underpinning your foundation with concrete piers to level it; the cost depends on how many piers are needed.

If you're interested in waterproofing your foundation or basement, we suggest finding a waterproofing specialist. This process may include indoor waterproofing, outdoor waterproofing, or both.

Some signs that you are in need of foundation waterproofing include uneven floors, hairline cracks, discoloration or odors, basement flooding, white powder or spots on your walls, or signs of fungus, mold, or mildew. Your contractor can inform you whether you need interior or exterior waterproofing.

Interior waterproofing can involve the use of sealants or the installation of sump pumps and drains and generally is less costly than exterior waterproofing. Exterior waterproofing can involve applying physical barriers to basements and crawl spaces, making landscape changes, or installing exterior drains.

Typically, your foundation repair expert will be licensed as a general contractor. In Louisiana, general contractor licenses are granted by the Louisisna State Licensing Board for Contractors. Contractors who work on home improvement projects valued between $7,500 and $75,000 needs to obtain a home improvement registration. This registration requires the contractor to hold general liability insurance and, if applicable, workers' compensation insurance. If a project is valued at over $75,000, a contractor will also need a Residential Building Contractor license, which in addition to the insurance requirements also requires an exam. There may be additional requirements for contractors to do certain work with concrete.

We advise against putting off a foundation repair project. A single issue may have an underlying cause that could lead to numerous future problems, and it's better to get ahead of the issue as soon as possible. A minor problem now could become a large and very expensive one in the future if the signs are ignored.