How Much Does It Cost to Level a House

The most common house leveling project that includes “a bit of everything” will usually cost between $5,000 to $8,000 to complete.

What Other Factors Affect House Leveling Prices?

Some cost factors don’t have anything to do with your house or its condition but have more to do with what foundation repair contractor you choose. Take into account the size of the crew that will work on your home as well as the approach they use for repairs.

Crew Size

Time always equals money. If a contractor has a smaller crew of 3 or fewer, it’s going to take them longer than a team of 6. 

But a crew that is half the size isn’t necessarily going to cost you less. It might actually cost you more because it could take more than twice as long to get the job done.

Working on a pier and beam home is labor-intensive and efficiency can work in your favor. Team size and experience levels directly impact the cost. 

A contractor with a larger, more seasoned crew might just end up saving you some money because there are more hands on deck that know exactly what they are doing.

Repair Approach

How a contractor chooses to approach your repairs is important and can impact pier and beam repair costs. They can go in from underneath or they can cut out your floors and work from above. 

Working under your home is harder and might take more time, but can save you on the cost of materials and doesn’t damage your flooring.

Cutting out floors can be faster and easier for contractors in some cases, but it requires more materials and your flooring finishes are at risk.

 Plus, you can’t live in your home, or parts of your home will be off-limits and a major construction zone. This adds alternative living costs and inconvenience.

There are times when the top-down approach to pier and beam repairs is inevitable (like for subfloor damage, extensive wood rot, or termites requiring a major rebuild). 

But when the contractor can do it either way and they choose the easier method for them, it might also be the more expensive and more intrusive method for you.

House Leveling

Leveling a house is an important process that involves ensuring that the foundation and structure of the house are even and stable. 

This process is often necessary when a house has settled, causing foundation issues or when there is a noticeable slope or unevenness in the floors, walls, or roof.

The cost of leveling a house can vary widely depending on the size of the house, the extent of the damage, and the method used to level the house. 

In general, there are two main methods of leveling a house: using hydraulic jacks or using a pier and beam foundation.

Hydraulic jacks are often used for smaller houses or for leveling specific areas of a larger house, such as a section of a foundation or a single room. 

The cost of leveling a house with hydraulic jacks can range from $500 to $3,000 depending on the size and complexity of the project.

A pier and beam foundation is a more extensive process that involves building a new foundation underneath the existing foundation. This process can be more expensive than using hydraulic jacks, with costs ranging from $10,000 to $15,000 or more.

However, pier and beam foundations can be more effective in ensuring long-term stability and preventing future settling or shifting. In addition to the method used to level the house, there are other factors that can affect the cost of leveling a house.

These factors include the location of the house, the accessibility of the foundation, and the amount of labor required to complete the project. 

For example, if the house is located in an area with high labor costs, such as a major metropolitan area, the cost of leveling the house may be higher.

Another factor to consider is the extent of the damage to the foundation. If the foundation is severely damaged or has significant structural issues, the cost of leveling the house may be higher. 

In some cases, it may be necessary to completely replace the foundation, which can be a much more expensive and time-consuming process.

It is important to note that leveling a house is not a DIY project and should only be done by a professional contractor with experience in foundation repair. Attempting to level a house on your own can lead to further damage and costly repairs down the line.