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Foundation Repair & Waterproofing in Mobile, AL

Compare 5 local foundation repair & waterproofing pros. Typical service: $1749–$6440.

Top Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Companies in Mobile

  1. 1.AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists Mobile

    4.9★ (1,024 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1024 reviews

  2. 2.Ox Foundation Solutions

    5.0★ (87 reviews)

    5.0★ from 87 reviews

  3. 3.APS Foundation Repair & Waterproofing

    4.8★ (16 reviews)

    4.8★ from 16 reviews

  4. 4.Jeffs Foundation Repair

    4.6★ (10 reviews)

    4.6★ from 10 reviews

  5. 5.Solid Rock Foundation Repair

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Cost in Mobile

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

ServiceTypical range in Mobile
Foundation repair$1,749–$6,440/job
Foundation pier, installed$795–$2,385/pier
Pier and beam repair$2,385–$7,553/job

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing prices in Mobile run about 21% 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 5 companies serving Mobile, rated 4.8★ on average across 1,137 customer reviews.

Mobile Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
February 26
First fall frost
December 4
Annual precipitation
65.28"
Heating degree days
1,656
Cooling degree days
2,537
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan40.4°60°5.67"
Feb43.8°63.2°4.81"
Mar49.8°69.8°6.43"
Apr56.7°76.1°4.57"
May64.7°83°5.3"
Jun71.4°88.2°6.37"
Jul73.7°90.4°6.46"
Aug73.6°90.5°6.13"
Sep69.7°87.3°5.31"
Oct59.1°79.4°4.11"
Nov49.8°70.3°5"
Dec43.4°61.9°5.12"

NOAA station data 4.32 miles from Mobile.

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 Mobile

How much does foundation repair cost in Mobile?

Foundation repair in Mobile typically runs $1749-$6440; jobs needing many piers cost more.

How many foundation repair companies serve Mobile?

We track 5 foundation repair companies serving Mobile.

Is foundation repair in Mobile more expensive than average?

Concrete and foundation labor in Mobile runs about -20.5% versus the national average.

Does foundation repair need a permit in Mobile, 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 Mobile generally needs a building permit, and many jobs call for an engineers report.

Does rainfall affect foundations in Mobile?

Soil that swings between wet and dry moves foundations; Mobile gets about 65.28 inches of rain a year, so gutters and grading that keep water away are the first fix.

Do hot summers cause foundation problems in Mobile?

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

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

At least three; with 5 foundation companies serving Mobile, compare the number and type of piers each proposes and the warranty.

What are the signs I need foundation repair in Mobile?

Sticking doors, stair-step cracks in brick and sloping floors are the usual signs; a Mobile inspection is often free before a $1749-$6440 repair.