11 Best Foundation Companies in Dallas, TX

On average, Dallas homeowners pay roughly $2,736 for foundation repair, although the actual cost will vary widely depending on several factors. The best way to get an estimate for the cost of your specific project is to request quotes from a handful of local foundation repair companies. The total price will be determined by things like the size of your house and type of repair(s) needed.

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

Crack repair and leak repair are what they sound like: your foundation contractor will perform an inspection and complete any repairs necessary to remedy cracks or leaks. Costs will depend on the size and cause of the issue.

Underpinning, also called piering or leveling, is when a contractor levels your foundation by underpinning it with large concrete piers. The price will be based on how many piers are needed. The price of stabilization is also variable. This process reinforces bowing walls with carbon fiber or steel strips, and the cost will depend on the material chosen and how many strips are used.

Finally, waterproofing is an overarching term for a number of jobs intended to prevent water from getting into your foundation or basement. This can involve interior waterproofing, exterior waterproofing, or both, and the price can vary greatly. We recommend contacting a waterproofing specialist if you're planning to waterproof your foundation.

Your foundation repair professional should be the one obtaining the permits. You can ask the company to provide a detailed explanation of its process and to see the permits and paperwork it has assembled to make sure everything is properly authorized per Dallas regulations.

Most of the time, your foundation repair technician will be licensed as a general contractor. The state of Texas does not issue state-level general contractor licenses, although all contractors are required to hold a valid state business license. Your city, county, or municipal government might have local licensing requirements, so be sure that you verify this information before signing a contract. There may be additional requirements for contractors to do certain work with concrete.

Generally, home insurance doesn't cover foundation repairs, except for those done to repair damage caused by a covered weather event. It is a good idea to talk to your home insurance company before beginning any foundation repairs.

The length of time foundation repairs will take varies greatly based on the type of repair required and the size of your house. Most repairs will take anywhere from one to several weeks. Consult your Dallas foundation repair company for the specific timeline for your project.