How much does foundation repair cost?
Updated 2026-11-02
National cost data put typical foundation repairs at about $2,200 to $8,100, with an average around $5,200 (This Old House, citing Angi data, 2026). Crack sealing costs far less; piering or rebuilding a basement wall can cost much more.
What drives the price?
- The method: crack injection vs. wall anchors or bracing vs. piers vs. excavation
- How many walls or piers are involved
- Whether waterproofing and drainage are added
- Access: finished basements, decks and landscaping that must be moved
- Engineering and permits
Will insurance help pay?
Gradual settling and earth movement are commonly excluded from homeowners policies, and coverage generally depends on a sudden, accidental cause (NerdWallet). The Nebraska Department of Insurance recommends getting references, written estimates, proof of the contractor's insurance and your insurer's approval before repairs (NDOI).
What's local history worth knowing?
On June 3, 1980, seven tornadoes struck Grand Island, destroying 531 homes and damaging hundreds more (NWS Hastings). Many homes were rebuilt in the years after, so foundations from that era are now 40+ years old.