Cracks and leaks
Sealing a single crack by injection is among the smaller repairs. The price depends on the length, the depth of the wall and whether the crack has to be reached through a finished surface.
Ask whether the quote covers one crack or all of them, and what happens if a new one is found during the work.
Support and piers
Pier work is priced by the number of piers and the depth they must reach. A house with weak soil needs deeper piers and more of them, which raises both time and material.
A clear proposal lists the number of piers, the lift, the brackets and the cleanup, so you can compare like with like.
Waterproofing and drainage
Interior drains are priced by the length of wall, the sump system and the finish work. Exterior waterproofing costs more because of excavation, and it makes the most sense when the wall needs repair too.
Ask whether the pump, the discharge line and the battery backup are included.
Crawl space work
Liners, dehumidifiers, insulation and drainage are priced by the size of the space and its condition. A cluttered, wet crawl space takes more time than a clean, dry one.
Compare what each proposal covers, including cleanup and any wood repairs.
Concrete leveling
Leveling is priced by the area and the thickness of the slab, and by the material. It often costs far less than replacing the concrete.
Ask whether crack sealing and joint sealing are part of the price.
How to compare proposals
Compare scopes, not only totals: what is included, which materials, how many piers or feet of drain, whether permits and cleanup are covered and what happens if hidden damage is found.
A clear, itemized, photo-supported proposal is a sign of an organized company.
Compare written scopes, ask what happens if hidden damage turns up and fix small problems early because they cost far less than big ones.
