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How to Estimate Foundation Crack Repair
Contractor method to estimate foundation crack repair by crack type, length, method, access and labor with clear materials and labor lines.
A foundation crack is repaired by filling it, and the method and length set the price. Epoxy injection and carbon fiber are the two common routes, and each suits a different crack. This guide covers inspecting the crack, choosing the method, and pricing the access and the repair.
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How to Estimate Foundation Crack Repair
A 5 ft vertical crack repaired with epoxy injection and 8 labor hours at $75 totals about $725.
Inspect the crack and its cause
Not every crack is the same. A narrow vertical crack fills cleanly; a horizontal or stepped crack may mean movement. Confirm the cause before you quote.
- Crack type
- Crack length
- Repair method
- Access
Epoxy injection vs carbon fiber
Epoxy injection seals and bonds the crack; carbon fiber straps and stabilizes it. Each has a different material and labor profile.
Access and soil side
Exterior repairs may need excavation, which changes the job. Confirm whether you can work from inside or have to dig.
Compare foundation crack repairs
Ask for the method, the materials and the labor as separate lines. Confirm the warranty, because a repair that reopens is a call-back.