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Foundation Repair & Waterproofing in Des Moines, IA

Compare 4 local foundation repair & waterproofing pros. Typical service: $2303–$8481.

Top Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Companies in Des Moines

  1. 1.Dry Duck Basement Waterproofing

    5.0★ (83 reviews)

    5.0★ from 83 reviews

    +15154201384Website

  2. 2.Jon’s Dry Basement Foundation Repair

    4.7★ (67 reviews)

    4.7★ from 67 reviews

    +15152936952Website

  3. 3.Acculevel

    4.8★ (23 reviews)

    4.8★ from 23 reviews

    +15155265950Website

  4. 4.JLB Basement Waterproofing & Foundation Repair LLC

    4.3★ (22 reviews)

    4.3★ from 22 reviews

    +15156423406Website

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Cost in Des Moines

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

ServiceTypical range in Des Moines
Foundation repair$2,303–$8,481/job
Foundation pier, installed$1,047–$3,141/pier
Pier and beam repair$3,141–$9,947/job

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing prices in Des Moines run about 5% above 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 Des Moines, rated 4.7★ on average across 195 customer reviews.

Des Moines Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
April 16
First fall frost
October 16
Annual precipitation
36.02"
Heating degree days
6,203
Cooling degree days
1,068
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan14.3°31°1"
Feb18.8°36.1°1.28"
Mar29.7°49°2.3"
Apr41.1°62.3°3.86"
May52.2°72.4°4.74"
Jun62°81.6°4.94"
Jul66.8°85.7°4.47"
Aug64.8°83.8°4.13"
Sep55.2°76.1°3.05"
Oct43°63.1°2.64"
Nov30.5°47.9°2.19"
Dec18°34°1.42"

NOAA station data 3.47 miles from Des Moines.

Permits & Regulations in IA

  • Iowa has no handyman license, but anyone earning $2,000 or more a year from construction work must register with DIAL as a contractor
  • Registration carries a $50 fee and requires an Iowa unemployment insurance account number
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Iowa contractor registration (over $2,000 a year in construction)

Sources: dial.iowa.gov, dial.iowa.gov

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing FAQs for Des Moines

How much does foundation repair cost in Des Moines?

Foundation repair in Des Moines typically runs $2303-$8481; jobs needing many piers cost more.

How many foundation repair companies serve Des Moines?

We track 4 foundation repair companies serving Des Moines.

Is foundation repair in Des Moines more expensive than average?

Concrete and foundation labor in Des Moines runs about +4.7% versus the national average.

Does foundation repair need a permit in Des Moines, IA?

In IA, Iowa has no handyman license, but anyone earning $2,000 or more a year from construction work must register with DIAL as a contractor. Structural foundation work in Des Moines generally needs a building permit, and many jobs call for an engineers report.

Does rainfall affect foundations in Des Moines?

Soil that swings between wet and dry moves foundations; Des Moines gets about 36.02 inches of rain a year, so gutters and grading that keep water away are the first fix.

Do hot summers cause foundation problems in Des Moines?

Long dry spells with highs near 86F shrink clay soils under Des Moines homes, which is when new cracks tend to show.

How many quotes should I get for foundation repair in Des Moines?

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

What are the signs I need foundation repair in Des Moines?

Sticking doors, stair-step cracks in brick and sloping floors are the usual signs; a Des Moines inspection is often free before a $2303-$8481 repair.