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Foundation Repair & Waterproofing in New Orleans, LA

Compare 5 local foundation repair & waterproofing pros. Typical service: $1846–$6796.

Top Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Companies in New Orleans

  1. 1.A-1 House Leveling

    4.9★ (162 reviews)

    4.9★ from 162 reviews

    +15043182923Website

  2. 2.Al Sanchez Construction

    4.9★ (47 reviews)

    4.9★ from 47 reviews

    +15042299872Website

  3. 3.Reliable Foundations

    4.8★ (45 reviews)

    4.8★ from 45 reviews

    +15042175933Website

  4. 4.Holcomb Bros Inc

    5.0★ (11 reviews)

    5.0★ from 11 reviews

    +15042460444Website

  5. 5.Foundation Repair Louisiana

    4.0★ (4 reviews)

    4.0★ from 4 reviews

    +12256784348

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Cost in New Orleans

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

ServiceTypical range in New Orleans
Foundation repair$1,846–$6,796/job
Foundation pier, installed$839–$2,517/pier
Pier and beam repair$2,517–$7,971/job

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing prices in New Orleans run about 16% 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 New Orleans, rated 4.7★ on average across 269 customer reviews.

New Orleans Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
January 24
First fall frost
December 29
Annual precipitation
56.77"
Heating degree days
1,203
Cooling degree days
3,202
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan46.4°60°5.12"
Feb49.8°64.2°4.86"
Mar56°70.5°4.75"
Apr62.8°77.4°4.01"
May70.7°84.6°4.34"
Jun75.9°89.2°6.6"
Jul77.9°90.5°5.68"
Aug78.2°90.8°5.22"
Sep74.6°86.7°4.12"
Oct66.1°78.7°3.1"
Nov56.7°70.7°4.1"
Dec48.8°62.6°4.87"

NOAA station data 5.66 miles from New Orleans.

Permits & Regulations in LA

  • Louisiana requires LSLBC home improvement registration for residential improvement projects over $7,500, and a residential contractor license above $75,000
  • Home improvement registrants file a $10,000 bond
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Louisiana home improvement registration (projects $7,500 to $75,000)

Sources: lslbc.gov, lslbc.gov

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing FAQs for New Orleans

How much does foundation repair cost in New Orleans?

Foundation repair in New Orleans typically runs $1846-$6796; jobs needing many piers cost more.

How many foundation repair companies serve New Orleans?

We track 5 foundation repair companies serving New Orleans.

Is foundation repair in New Orleans more expensive than average?

Concrete and foundation labor in New Orleans runs about -16.1% versus the national average.

Does foundation repair need a permit in New Orleans, LA?

In LA, Louisiana requires LSLBC home improvement registration for residential improvement projects over $7,500, and a residential contractor license above $75,000. Structural foundation work in New Orleans generally needs a building permit, and many jobs call for an engineers report.

Does rainfall affect foundations in New Orleans?

Soil that swings between wet and dry moves foundations; New Orleans gets about 56.77 inches of rain a year, so gutters and grading that keep water away are the first fix.

Do hot summers cause foundation problems in New Orleans?

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

How many quotes should I get for foundation repair in New Orleans?

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

What are the signs I need foundation repair in New Orleans?

Sticking doors, stair-step cracks in brick and sloping floors are the usual signs; a New Orleans inspection is often free before a $1846-$6796 repair.