What Foundation Repair Actually Costs in Shreveport (2026)
Most foundation companies won’t publish numbers until you’re sitting across the kitchen table from them. We’d rather act like we have nothing to hide. These are real ranges from the kind of jobs we run across Caddo and Bossier parishes. Your exact number is always a fixed quote after the free inspection — never an estimate that grows.
Inspections & Diagnostics
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation inspection + written report | Free | Elevation survey, crack map, drainage review; report within 24 hours |
| Rush report (real-estate deadlines) | Free | Same-day available — mention the closing date |
| Engineer-stamped structural design (when required) | Quoted per project | Coordinated with licensed structural engineers |
Crack & Cosmetic Repair
| Job | Typical Range | What moves it |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic patch / sealant | $250–$700 | Crack length, access, paint matching |
| Urethane injection (per crack) | $300–$800 | Watertight flexible repair for active-shrinkage cracks |
| Epoxy structural injection | $500–$1,500 | Displaced or load-bearing cracks; includes cause check |
| Brick repointing (per section) | $500–$2,000 | After stabilization; mortar matched |
Pier-and-Beam & Crawl Space
| Job | Typical Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Spot releveling | $900–$2,500 | Limited-area jacking and shimming |
| Full-house releveling | $2,500–$6,000 | Most common scope for older Highland/Bossier homes |
| Sill plate / beam replacement | $2,000–$8,000 | Linear footage of rot; crawl space access |
| Pier replacement or added supports | $300–$900 per pier | Quoted from the elevation survey |
| Vapor barrier | $1,200–$2,500 | Full ground coverage, sealed seams |
| Full crawl space encapsulation | $4,000–$9,000 | Sealed vents, insulation, dehumidification |
Slab Stabilization
| Job | Typical Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Void filling | $800–$2,500 | Restores support under sound slabs after soil pull-away |
| Mudjacking (flatwork) | $500–$2,000 | Driveways, walks, patios — not a structural fix |
| Exterior pier stabilization | $2,500–$7,000 | Corner or wall-line settlement |
| Interior + exterior pier system | $6,000–$15,000 | Whole-house or multi-zone settlement; lifetime transferable warranty |
Drainage
| Job | Typical Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Downspout extensions / burial | $300–$1,200 | Per line, discharged to daylight |
| Surface French drain | $25–$35 / linear foot | Sheet-flow interception |
| Collector / footer drain | $40–$60 / linear foot | Deeper interception; sump where needed |
| Regrading & swales | $800–$2,500 | Per problem area, sod restored |
Emergency Response
| Situation | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency response call | Quoted on the phone | Before dispatch; credited toward permanent repair |
| Temporary stabilization | Quoted on site | Itemized; stands alone without obligation |
Why These Numbers Differ From National Averages
- Expansive clay changes the method. Repairs here must get past the active soil zone — deeper piers, more lift points than shallow-soil markets.
- Moisture management is non-optional. Drainage scope is built into honest quotes on this soil; skipping it is how repairs fail early.
- Access is the wildcard. Tight side yards, attached patios, and interior pier locations add labor; crawl space height changes everything under a pier-and-beam home.
- Post-tension slabs in newer subdivisions require care (and locating cables) before any drilling — a real cost, honestly disclosed.
🤝 Our pricing rule: if the inspection finds nothing worth repairing, the report says so and costs you nothing. If it finds something, you get one fixed number — approved by you before a single pier is driven.
Want a fixed number on your house?
The inspection is free and the quote is written. (318) 555-0110