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Foundation Repair & Waterproofing in Birmingham, AL

Compare 4 local foundation repair & waterproofing pros. Typical service: $1791–$6593.

Top Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Companies in Birmingham

  1. 1.Southern Home Structural Specialist

    4.9★ (202 reviews)

    4.9★ from 202 reviews

    +12055209777Website

  2. 2.Queen Foundation repair

    4.8★ (48 reviews)

    4.8★ from 48 reviews

    +12055786160Website

  3. 3.Iron Waterproofing Solutions

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +12055967327Website

  4. 4.Blair Waterproofing

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +12059918555Website

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Cost in Birmingham

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Birmingham
Foundation repair$1,791–$6,593/job
Foundation pier, installed$814–$2,442/pier
Pier and beam repair$2,442–$7,733/job

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing prices in Birmingham run about 19% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 4 companies serving Birmingham, rated 4.9★ on average across 259 customer reviews.

Birmingham Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Birmingham's weather means for scheduling foundation repair & waterproofing.

Last spring frost
March 26
First fall frost
November 11
Annual precipitation
53.72"
Heating degree days
2,678
Cooling degree days
2,058
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33.8°53.8°4.84"
Feb37.1°58.4°4.53"
Mar43.7°66.7°5.23"
Apr50.5°74.4°4.38"
May59.7°81.5°4.99"
Jun67.7°87.7°4.38"
Jul71.4°90.8°4.8"
Aug70.8°90.6°3.93"
Sep64.3°85.1°3.9"
Oct52.9°75.3°3.44"
Nov43.5°65.4°4.85"
Dec36.3°55.9°4.45"

NOAA station data 4 miles from Birmingham.

Permits & Regulations in AL

  • Alabama has no handyman license; residential remodeling or home improvement over $10,000 in labor and materials requires a Home Builders Licensure Board license
  • Residential roofing over $2,500 requires the separate HBLB roofers license
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: No license for small repairs; Alabama HBLB license for remodeling over $10,000

Sources: hblb.alabama.gov

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing FAQs for Birmingham

How much does foundation repair cost in Birmingham?

Foundation repair in Birmingham typically runs $1791-$6593; jobs needing many piers cost more.

How many foundation repair companies serve Birmingham?

We track 4 foundation repair companies serving Birmingham.

Is foundation repair in Birmingham more expensive than average?

Concrete and foundation labor in Birmingham runs about -18.6% versus the national average.

Does foundation repair need a permit in Birmingham, AL?

In AL, Alabama has no handyman license; residential remodeling or home improvement over $10,000 in labor and materials requires a Home Builders Licensure Board license. Structural foundation work in Birmingham generally needs a building permit, and many jobs call for an engineers report.

Does rainfall affect foundations in Birmingham?

Soil that swings between wet and dry moves foundations; Birmingham gets about 53.72 inches of rain a year, so gutters and grading that keep water away are the first fix.

Do hot summers cause foundation problems in Birmingham?

Long dry spells with highs near 91F shrink clay soils under Birmingham homes, which is when new cracks tend to show.

How many quotes should I get for foundation repair in Birmingham?

At least three; with 4 foundation companies serving Birmingham, compare the number and type of piers each proposes and the warranty.

What are the signs I need foundation repair in Birmingham?

Sticking doors, stair-step cracks in brick and sloping floors are the usual signs; a Birmingham inspection is often free before a $1791-$6593 repair.