Checklist · Updated Nov 5, 2026
How to choose a foundation repair company in San Antonio: a checklist
Foundation work can cost thousands. Nationally, most homeowners pay $2,225–$8,133 (Angi). Use this 12-point checklist to choose a contractor with confidence. Print it or keep it open during your inspection.
- ☐ They explain the cause. Not just the fix. You should understand why your foundation moved.
- ☐ They measure. Elevation readings across the home, written down and shared with you.
- ☐ Written, itemized quote. Pier count, pier type, depth expectations, drainage and permits listed separately.
- ☐ Engineer involvement. Ask whether a structural engineer designed or reviewed the plan.
- ☐ Warranty in writing. What's covered, for how long, and whether it transfers when you sell.
- ☐ Proof of insurance. Ask for a certificate of liability insurance.
- ☐ Permits handled. Who pulls the permit, and is it in the price? Angi lists permits at $75–$150.
- ☐ Plumbing check. Ask whether they test for under-slab leaks before or after lifting.
- ☐ Real reviews. Read reviews on independent sites, and look for how they respond to problems.
- ☐ No same-day pressure. A fair price today is a fair price next week.
- ☐ Clear payment terms. Avoid paying most of the job up front.
- ☐ Drainage advice. Good pros will tell you when water management is part of the fix.
How to compare quotes side by side
| Compare | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Cost per pier | Angi's range is $1,000–$3,000. Check yours with the quote checker. |
| Pier type and depth | Changes both price and performance. See steel vs concrete piers. |
| Warranty | Length, coverage and transferability vary. |
| What's excluded | Plumbing tests, landscaping, drywall repair and permits. |
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How many quotes should I get?
Angi recommends talking to at least three local pros. Comparing quotes on the same scope (pier count, depth, warranty) is what makes them useful.
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Every contractor must pass our published vetting process before we send them a request. See How We Vet for the criteria.
Keep reading
- Foundation repair cost in San Antonio: the 2026 guide
- Pier and beam vs slab foundation repair: cost, pros and cons
- 7 signs you need foundation repair in San Antonio
- Steel vs concrete piers: costs and trade-offs compared
- Foundation repair methods compared: what each costs and when it fits
- Foundation repair cost calculator
- House leveling and pier cost calculator
Sources cited on this page: Angi, How Much Does Foundation Repair Cost? (updated Oct 26, 2026); Angi, How Much Does Pier and Beam Foundation Repair Cost? (updated Sep 18, 2026); Texas Master Naturalist, Alamo Area Chapter: Bexar County Soils; Texas Dept. of Licensing & Regulation, Technical Bulletin IHB TB 10-01 (Foundations on Expansive Soils). Cost figures are national, not San Antonio quotes.
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