Concrete slab repair stabilizes a settled or moving slab foundation by installing piers that transfer the home’s weight down to deeper, more stable soil. In the Round Rock area, most jobs run roughly $4,500 to $12,000, depending on how many piers are needed, how deep they go, and site access.
Quick Facts
| Typical cost | ~$4,500–$12,000 (Central Texas, varies by pier count and depth) |
| Timeline | 1–3 days for most residential slabs |
| Best for | Slab-on-grade homes with settled areas, sticking doors, or stair-step cracks |
| Warranty | Coverage depends on the repair type, site conditions, and the terms of the signed agreement |
Your slab is the concrete pad your house sits on directly, with no crawl space underneath. When the soil below it moves, sections of the slab settle and the framing above moves with it. We repair that by supporting the settled areas from below and lifting them back toward level, as much as the structure will reasonably allow.
Signs You Need Concrete Slab Repair
You usually feel a slab problem before you can name it. Common signs we see on Round Rock homes:
- Interior doors that stick, drag, or won’t latch the way they used to
- Cracks in drywall above doorways and window corners
- Stair-step cracks in exterior brick or the mortar joints
- Gaps opening between walls and the ceiling or floor trim
- Floors that feel like they slope, or a spot that “gives” when you walk it
- Cracks in the slab itself where it meets tile or hard flooring
- Exterior cracks that widen after a dry summer and a wet fall
One or two hairline cracks are normal in Central Texas. What matters is whether the cracks are growing, whether more than one sign is showing up together, and what the elevations across the floor actually read. That is what an inspection is for.
How Concrete Slab Repair Works
Here is what actually happens on site, start to finish:
- We take elevation readings. Before we quote anything, we measure the floor across the whole slab to find the settled areas and understand what is actually happening. The numbers drive the repair plan, not a guess.
- We map the pier locations. Based on the elevations and the load points of the house, we mark where each pier goes along the affected perimeter or interior beams.
- We access the slab. For perimeter piers we dig at the footing outside; for interior piers we break a small section of the slab from inside, then patch it afterward.
- We drive the piers to refusal. Each pier is pushed down using the weight of the house until it reaches soil dense enough to stop it. That is what “driven to refusal” means, and it is why piers reach stable ground instead of stopping at a fixed depth.
- We lift and stabilize. Once the piers are set, we raise the settled sections toward level, lifting to the limits of the structure. The goal is to stabilize the foundation and recover elevation without cracking finishes that have already adjusted to the movement.
- We backfill, patch, and clean up. We close the access points, patch interior breakouts, and put the dirt back.
You will hear hydraulic equipment and some concrete work during access. Most residential slabs are done in one to three days.
Concrete Slab Repair Cost
There is no flat price for a slab, because no two slabs have settled the same way. But we can give you honest Central Texas ranges instead of “contact us.” Most of the final number comes down to a handful of variables:
| Variable | How it moves the price |
|---|---|
| Number of piers | The single biggest factor. A few settled corners cost far less than a full perimeter. |
| Pier depth | Piers drive to refusal, so deeper stable soil means more material and labor per pier. |
| Interior vs. perimeter | Interior piers require breaking and patching the slab, which adds labor. |
| Access | Tight side yards, decks, patios, and landscaping all slow the work and add cost. |
| Severity | More settlement means more piers and more lift to plan for. |
| Engineering | When an engineer’s review is required, that report is a separate cost. |
Typical Round Rock / Central Texas ranges:
| Scope | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Per pier (installed) | ~$900–$1,500 |
| Small settled area (a few piers) | ~$4,500–$7,000 |
| Larger or full-perimeter repair | ~$8,000–$15,000+ |
Estimates are free for homeowners and commercial properties. We give you a written repair plan with the pier count and locations, so you can see exactly what you are paying for.
Slab Piers vs. Pier & Beam Repair
These get confused, so here is the honest difference. Slab repair applies to a slab-on-grade home, where piers are driven under a solid concrete pad. Pier & beam repair applies to homes with a crawl space, where the fix is often reshimming, replacing deteriorated beams or joists, and addressing crawlspace drainage rather than driving deep piers.
You do not choose between them, your foundation type does. If your home is slab-on-grade, slab piers are the right tool. If you have a crawl space, that is a different repair, and we will tell you so instead of selling you piers you don’t need.
Local Proof
Round Rock sits on Taylor Black Clay in the Blackland Prairie — expansive clay that swells when wet and shrinks when dry. That seasonal soil movement, a hard summer drought followed by heavy fall rain, is exactly why slabs here settle and why new cracks appear seemingly overnight. It is not a defect in your house; it is the ground it sits on.
Financing Options
Repairs like this are rarely planned for, so financing is available, subject to credit approval. We also accept all major credit cards and offer discounts for military, first responders, firefighters, law enforcement, nurses, retired teachers, and seniors. See our financing page for details.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my slab has actually settled, or if it’s just normal cracks?
The only reliable answer comes from elevation readings across the floor. Cosmetic cracking is common in Central Texas clay, but readings tell us whether an area has truly settled and by how much. That is why we measure before we quote.
Will slab repair make my house perfectly level again?
No honest company can promise perfectly level. We lift the settled areas as much as the structure will reasonably allow. Pushing a house past that point can crack finishes and framing. The goal is to stabilize the foundation and recover elevation safely.
Does slab repair stop the foundation from ever moving again?
It stabilizes the settled areas by transferring weight to deeper, stable soil, which helps reduce the risk of continued movement in those areas. Long-term performance also depends on water management around the home, drainage, gutters, and grading.
How long does a slab repair take?
Most residential slab repairs take one to three days, depending on the number of piers and access. We will give you a realistic timeline with your repair plan.
Do I need an engineer?
Not always. When a repair calls for it, the plan and elevations are reviewed by an independent engineer, who can inspect the work and provide final documentation. It is a professional review, not a rubber stamp.
Should I fix a plumbing leak before repairing the slab?
Leaks under a slab wash out and soften the soil, which can cause settlement. After foundation work, a hydrostatic plumbing test can confirm whether a leak is affecting the soil. We do not sell plumbing repair, but we will tell you if a test is warranted.
What areas do you serve?
We are based in Round Rock and serve the Austin area and Central Texas, including Cedar Park, Georgetown, Leander, Pflugerville, Hutto, and Taylor.
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Think your slab has settled? Schedule an inspection or call (512) 746-7223 and we’ll take a look, read the elevations, and walk you through clear repair options in plain English.
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