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Foundation repair services and hiring guides
The right questions depend on the problem. Choose a service below to see what to compare, what a written scope should include and when to involve an engineer.
Start with the cause, not the fix. Ask every contractor what they believe is causing the cracks, movement or water, and what evidence they used. Compare written scopes line by line before you compare prices.
Find the right contractor for the problem
What to ask, and what the written quote should include, for each type of work.
- Piering and underpinningWhat to compare before you hire
- Bowing wall repairWhat to compare before you hire
- Slab foundation repairWhat to compare before you hire
- Crawl space repairWhat to compare before you hire
- Basement drainage and waterproofingWhat to compare before you hire
Give every contractor the same brief
Share the same photos, notes about when the problem appears, and any engineer's report or previous repair paperwork. Ask each bidder to separate included work from allowances, optional items and follow-up repairs such as drywall or landscaping.
Check the listing, then the fit
Our location directory shows businesses with a checked license record and dated service evidence. Neither proves the business suits your specific job. Ask about comparable work and availability, and read how we verify listings.