Foundation Repair Cost in Arizona 2026 Pricing Guide
The average foundation repair project in Arizona costs $5,200 in 2026. Prices typically range from $2,236 to $25,480 depending on the type of damage, repair method, and foundation type.
Arizona Foundation Repair Quick Facts
Average Cost
$5,200
Cost per Linear Ft
$3.00 – $12.00
Labor Rate
$50 – $75/hr
Soil Type
Expansive Clay / Caliche
What Affects Foundation Repair Costs in Arizona?
Arizona's expansive clay soils in the Phoenix metropolitan area are among the most problematic in the Southwest, swelling dramatically during monsoon season and contracting during the long dry months, causing severe foundation heaving and settlement. The prevalence of caliche, a concrete-like calcium carbonate layer, complicates foundation repair because it prevents proper water drainage and creates hydrostatic pressure against foundation walls. Nearly all Arizona homes are built on post-tension slab-on-grade foundations, and when these slabs crack, repair typically involves steel push piers or helical piers driven to stable bedrock. Extended drought conditions followed by sudden monsoon rains in July through September create the most destructive soil movement cycle for foundations. The extreme heat also accelerates concrete degradation, particularly in exposed stem walls and foundation edges.
Soil & Climate
- Climate Zone
- Hot-Dry
- Soil Type
- Expansive Clay / Caliche
- Material Costs
- $400 – $8,000
Permits & Labor
- Permit Required
- Yes
- Avg. Permit Cost
- $200
- Labor Rate
- $50 – $75/hr
| Service | Low | High | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crack Repair | $260 | $2,600 | $832 |
| Piering / Underpinning | $5,200 | $25,480 | $12,220 |
| Mudjacking / Slabjacking | $520 | $3,120 | $1,300 |
| Wall Anchors / Stabilization | $4,056 | $12,220 | $7,124 |
| Basement Waterproofing | $2,028 | $10,192 | $5,096 |
| House Leveling | $5,200 | $20,280 | $10,192 |
| Foundation Inspection | $312 | $1,040 | $624 |
*Costs are estimates based on Arizona market data for 2026. Actual prices vary by damage severity, repair method, and location within the state.
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Arizona Contractor Licensing & Regulations
Arizona requires foundation repair contractors to hold a valid license from the Registrar of Contractors in the appropriate classification, typically KB-1 (general residential) or KB-2 (general commercial). The ROC enforces strict bonding and insurance requirements, and building permits are required in most jurisdictions for structural foundation repairs. All foundation work must comply with the Arizona Residential Code.
Licensing Board
Verify your contractor's license through the Arizona Registrar of Contractors .
Always verify that your contractor holds a valid, active license and adequate insurance before signing any contract. Foundation repair is structural work — ask for proof of workers' compensation coverage, general liability insurance, and relevant structural engineering credentials.
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