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Foundation Repair & Waterproofing in Madison, WI

Compare 6 local foundation repair & waterproofing pros. Typical service: $2543–$9364.

Top Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Companies in Madison

  1. 1.ProAxis LLC

    4.2★ (24 reviews)

    4.2★ from 24 reviews

    +16082797699Website

  2. 2.Basement Repair Specialists LLC

    4.4★ (19 reviews)

    4.4★ from 19 reviews

    +16088862728Website

  3. 3.Everdry Waterproofing of Wisconsin

    4.6★ (10 reviews)

    4.6★ from 10 reviews

    +16086089100Website

  4. 4.Madison Foundation Repair

    4.0★ (4 reviews)

    4.0★ from 4 reviews

    +16084058621Website

  5. 5.Tri-State Basement Repair

    3.0★ (4 reviews)

    3.0★ from 4 reviews

    +16082184808

  6. 6.Madison Foundation Repair Specialists

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

    +16083365355Website

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Cost in Madison

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

ServiceTypical range in Madison
Foundation repair$2,543–$9,364/job
Foundation pier, installed$1,156–$3,468/pier
Pier and beam repair$3,468–$10,982/job

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing prices in Madison run about 16% 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 6 companies serving Madison, rated 3.5★ on average across 62 customer reviews.

Madison Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
April 21
First fall frost
October 13
Annual precipitation
36.13"
Heating degree days
7,178
Cooling degree days
681
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan10.7°26.9°1.24"
Feb14.8°31.4°1.4"
Mar25.6°42.9°2.14"
Apr37.7°56.9°3.85"
May48.8°67.9°4.07"
Jun58.5°78.1°4.89"
Jul63.1°82°3.95"
Aug61.2°79.8°4.12"
Sep52.3°71.9°3.45"
Oct40°59.7°2.68"
Nov28.3°44.8°2.45"
Dec15.5°31°1.89"

NOAA station data 3.27 miles from Madison.

Permits & Regulations in WI

  • Wisconsin has no handyman license; a DSPS Dwelling Contractor credential is required to pull permits on one- and two-family dwellings
  • Work that needs no permit carries no state credential requirement
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor credential for permitted work

Sources: dsps.wi.gov

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing FAQs for Madison

How much does foundation repair cost in Madison?

Foundation repair in Madison typically runs $2543-$9364; jobs needing many piers cost more.

How many foundation repair companies serve Madison?

We track 6 foundation repair companies serving Madison.

Is foundation repair in Madison more expensive than average?

Concrete and foundation labor in Madison runs about +15.6% versus the national average.

Does foundation repair need a permit in Madison, WI?

In WI, Wisconsin has no handyman license; a DSPS Dwelling Contractor credential is required to pull permits on one- and two-family dwellings. Structural foundation work in Madison generally needs a building permit, and many jobs call for an engineers report.

Does rainfall affect foundations in Madison?

Soil that swings between wet and dry moves foundations; Madison gets about 36.13 inches of rain a year, so gutters and grading that keep water away are the first fix.

Do hot summers cause foundation problems in Madison?

Long dry spells with highs near 82F shrink clay soils under Madison homes, which is when new cracks tend to show.

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

At least three; with 6 foundation companies serving Madison, compare the number and type of piers each proposes and the warranty.

What are the signs I need foundation repair in Madison?

Sticking doors, stair-step cracks in brick and sloping floors are the usual signs; a Madison inspection is often free before a $2543-$9364 repair.