Can I stay in my home during foundation repair?

Yes. The majority of foundation repair work takes place outside around the foundation perimeter or inside the basement and crawl space. There is equipment noise during working hours, but homeowners remain in the home throughout the repair process for nearly all residential projects.

Does homeowners insurance cover foundation repair?

In most cases, no. Standard homeowners insurance policies exclude damage caused by settlement, soil movement, poor drainage, and normal wear. Insurance may cover foundation damage resulting from sudden, accidental events such as a burst plumbing line or vehicle impact. Fewer than ten percent of foundation repair claims are approved under standard policies.

Foundation Repair Services

Q: How much does foundation repair cost?

Most homeowners pay between $2,200 and $8,200 depending on the type and extent of damage. Crack injection costs $500 to $2,000 per crack. Push pier or helical pier installation runs $8,000 to $20,000 for six to ten piers. Carbon fiber wall reinforcement costs $2,000 to $6,000 for three to five straps. The primary cost drivers are pier count, depth to stable soil, and site accessibility.

Q: What areas do you serve?

Queen Foundation Repair proudly provides foundation repair services across Charlotte NC, Augusta GA, Cleveland OH, Asheville NC, Alexandria VA, Matthews NC, Concord NC, Tulsa OK, Pittsburgh PA, Philadelphia PA, Milwaukee WI, Jacksonville FL, Fort Worth TX, Columbus OH, Cincinnati OH, Boston MA, Birmingham AL, Huntsville AL, Durham NC, Chesapeake VA, Greensboro NC, Lynchburg VA, Dayton OH, Atlanta GA, Worcester MA, Wilmington NC, Syracuse NY, Sarasota FL, Tallahassee FL, Port Charlotte FL, Minneapolis MN, Johnson City TN, Greenville SC, Fort Myers FL, Erie PA, Columbia SC, Chicago IL, Baltimore MD, Akron OH, Albany NY, and Roanoke VA.

If your home is showing signs of foundation damage, we will find the problem and fix it right. Call us for a free, no-obligation inspection.

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What Our Foundation Repair Services Cover

Whether you are dealing with a settling foundation, bowing basement walls, structural cracks, or sinking concrete, our foundation repair services are built to handle it. We work on every foundation type — slab-on-grade, poured concrete, block foundations, pier and beam, crawl space foundations, and full basements.

For settling and sinking foundations, we install push piers and helical piers — galvanized steel systems driven through your footing to bedrock or load-bearing soil. Your home’s weight transfers off the unstable ground and onto permanent support. In many cases, we can lift the foundation back toward its original elevation using hydraulic lifting.

For bowing or leaning basement walls, we use carbon fiber strap reinforcement, wall anchor systems, and I-beam bracing depending on how far the wall has moved. Carbon fiber straps stop inward movement permanently with zero excavation. Wall anchors can gradually straighten the wall over time.

For foundation cracks, we use epoxy injection to restore structural bonding in stable cracks and polyurethane injection to seal actively leaking cracks. For sunken slabs — garage floors, driveways, and interior concrete — polyurethane foam lifting fills the void and levels the surface the same day.

Why Choose Queen Foundation Repair

Every foundation repair we perform comes with a transferable warranty. That means the protection stays with the home if you sell — which adds real value at closing. We stand behind our work because we use engineered steel pier systems from top manufacturers, not off-brand hardware that cuts corners underground where you cannot see.

Our inspection process is free, thorough, and zero-pressure. We spend 60 to 90 minutes measuring floor elevations, documenting crack patterns, checking wall displacement, and evaluating drainage. You get a written report with findings, a detailed repair plan with pier and anchor locations mapped out, and an itemized estimate — whether you hire us or not.

Every pier we install is load-tested. Every helical pier is torque-verified to confirm it has reached load-bearing capacity. After the job, you receive before-and-after elevation measurements, installation logs with depth and pressure readings, and complete warranty documentation. Our crews are licensed, insured, and trained specifically in structural foundation repair — not general handymen who also happen to do pier work.

How Our Foundation Repair Process Works

It starts with a phone call. Tell us what you are seeing — cracks, sticking doors, uneven floors, water in the basement — and we schedule a free inspection, usually within a few days.

During the inspection, we walk the full exterior perimeter, check every room inside, and go into the basement or crawl space. We take floor elevation readings with a laser level, measure crack widths, and check walls for bowing or displacement. At the end, we sit down with you and explain exactly what is happening, why it is happening, and what we recommend — in plain language, not contractor jargon.

If you move forward, we call 811 to mark utilities, prep the site, and our crew arrives on schedule. Push pier installation typically takes two to three days for a standard residential job. Helical piers install faster. Carbon fiber and crack injection are usually one-day repairs. You stay in your home the entire time.

When the work is complete, the foreman walks you through everything. You receive elevation reports, pier depth logs, and your transferable warranty paperwork. We also include a 90-day post-repair check — cosmetic repairs like drywall patching should wait until after that adjustment period.

Foundation Repair Cost and Pricing

Foundation repair cost depends on the method, the number of piers or anchors required, depth to stable soil, and how accessible the work area is. Here are typical ranges based on the type of repair:

Repair Method	Price Range
Crack injection (epoxy or polyurethane, 1–3 cracks)	$500 – $2,000
Carbon fiber strap installation (3–5 straps)	$2,000 – $6,000
Wall anchor installation (3–5 anchors)	$3,000 – $8,000
Crawl space jack and beam repair (4–8 jacks)	$4,000 – $10,000
Push pier or helical pier installation (6–10 piers)	$8,000 – $20,000
Slab leveling with polyurethane foam	$500 – $3,000
Full foundation stabilization (multiple methods)	$15,000 – $40,000+

The single biggest cost driver is pier count — each pier runs $1,500 to $3,000 installed. Depth to bedrock matters too. A pier driven 15 feet costs less than one driven 40 feet through unstable clay.

Delaying repairs always costs more. A $5,000 problem today becomes a $15,000 to $30,000 problem in two to three years as settlement progresses and secondary damage compounds — cracked plumbing, water intrusion, and interior damage that multiplies fast. We offer financing options to make the work manageable now rather than catastrophic later. Every estimate is free with no obligation.

Signs Your Home Needs Foundation Repair

If you are seeing diagonal cracks in your drywall, especially near door frames and window corners, your foundation is likely settling. Doors that stick or will not latch, windows that are hard to open, and gaps forming between walls and ceilings are all indicators of structural movement beneath your home.

On the exterior, look for stair-step cracks running through brick mortar joints or horizontal cracks in your foundation wall. Horizontal cracks are the most urgent — they signal lateral earth pressure from saturated expansive clay pushing the wall inward. A chimney pulling away from the house, gaps between the foundation and siding, and soil pulling away from the perimeter all point to active settlement.

In the basement or crawl space, bowing walls with visible horizontal cracking need immediate attention. Sagging or bouncy floors above a crawl space mean the support structure underneath is failing. Standing water, musty odors, efflorescence on concrete walls, and visible mold on floor joists are all signs that moisture and structural damage are compounding.

These problems do not stabilize on their own. They are progressive. If you are seeing any of these signs, call us for a free inspection so we can tell you exactly what is happening and what it will take to fix it.

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What foundation repair method is right for my home?

The right method depends on the type of damage, your foundation style, and the soil conditions at your property. Push piers are typically the best solution for settling foundations on heavier structures because they transfer load to bedrock. Helical piers work well for lighter structures, porches, and crawl space foundations. Carbon fiber straps stabilize bowing walls that have moved less than two inches, while wall anchors are used for walls with more significant displacement. During your free inspection, we assess the specific conditions at your home and recommend the method that provides a permanent fix — not a one-size-fits-all solution.

How much does foundation repair cost on average?

Most homeowners pay between $2,200 and $8,200, but the total depends on the repair method and scope of the project. Crack injection starts around $500. Carbon fiber wall repair ranges from $2,000 to $6,000. Pier installation for a settling foundation typically runs $8,000 to $20,000 depending on how many piers are needed and how deep they need to go. We provide a detailed, itemized estimate after every free inspection so you know the exact cost before any work begins.

How long does foundation repair take to complete?

Most residential foundation repairs take one to three days. Crack injection and carbon fiber strap installation are typically completed in a single day. Push pier installation for a standard home with six to ten piers takes two to three days. Complex projects combining multiple methods can take up to two weeks. You remain in your home during the work, and our crew handles all cleanup and site restoration before leaving.

Will foundation repair fix the cracks in my walls and the sticking doors?

Yes, but not overnight. Foundation repair stabilizes and often lifts the structure back toward its original position, which relieves the stress causing cracks and misaligned doors. After the repair, there is a normal 90-day adjustment period where the home settles into its new stabilized position. Once that period passes, you can patch drywall cracks, repaint, and adjust doors and windows. Most homeowners see significant improvement in door and window operation immediately after the lift.

Is foundation repair worth the investment?

Absolutely. Unresolved foundation problems reduce your home’s market value by 10 to 15 percent and make it extremely difficult to sell — many lenders will not approve a mortgage on a home with documented structural defects. Beyond the financial impact, foundation damage is progressive. What costs $5,000 to fix today can escalate to $25,000 or more in two to three years as settlement worsens and causes secondary damage to plumbing, flooring, and interior walls. A completed repair with a transferable warranty actually increases buyer confidence and protects your investment long term.