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Drainage & Grading

20 contractors · ranked by rating & reviews

Poor drainage and improper grading around the foundation are the leading causes of recurring foundation movement in Texas. When water pools against the foundation, the clay soil swells; when it dries out, the clay contracts. Repeated cycles of this swell-and-shrink movement slowly destabilize even a well-built slab. Drainage correction typically includes re-grading soil around the perimeter so surface water flows away from the house, installing French drains or surface channel drains to capture and redirect runoff, and extending gutter downspouts well away from the foundation. Addressing drainage before or alongside foundation repair is critical — without it, a freshly repaired foundation is likely to experience the same movement again within a few years.

Typical pricing

Typical Texas range: $1,500–$8,000 for residential drainage correction and perimeter re-grading. Not a quote — scope varies greatly by lot conditions.

Drainage & Grading by city

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Top-rated Drainage & Grading contractors in Texas

  1. 1
    Olshan Foundation Repair
    Houston

    Olshan Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    Established in Houston, TX in 1933, Olshan Foundation Repair has proudly served the greater Houston area for over 90 years.

    ★ 4.9 (3,561)Get quotes
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    G.L. Hunt Foundation Repair
    Fort Worth

    G.L. Hunt Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    For over 30 years, G.L. Hunt has been the go-to foundation repair expert in Fort Worth, offering comprehensive services to both residential and commercial clients!

    ★ 4.9 (3,102)Get quotes
  3. 3
    G.L. Hunt Foundation Repair
    San Antonio

    G.L. Hunt Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    Family owned since 1987, G.L. Hunt Foundation Repair helps San Antonio homeowners protect home value with expert foundation, crawl space, concrete, and drainage solutions.

    ★ 4.9 (2,350)Get quotes
  4. 4
    Olshan Foundation Repair
    Dallas

    Olshan Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    Established in 1933, Olshan has been a proud provider of foundation repair services for over 85 years here in Texas.

    ★ 4.8 (1,970)Get quotes
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    San Antonio

    Ram Jack Texas - Central/South

    Foundation repair contractor

    Ram Jack Texas - Central/South provides reliable foundation repair solutions for homes and businesses across Texas.

    ★ 4.8 (454)Get quotes
  6. 6
    Baird Foundation Repair
    Houston

    Baird Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    Baird Foundation Repair provides slab foundation repair, pier & beam repair, and house leveling in Houston, TX.

    ★ 4.9 (354)Get quotes
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    G.L. Hunt Foundation Repair
    Waco

    G.L. Hunt Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    For over 30 years, G.L. Hunt has been the go-to foundation repair expert in Waco, offering comprehensive services to both residential and commercial clients!

    ★ 4.9 (326)Get quotes
  8. 8
    Lone Star Foundation Repair & House Leveling
    Tyler

    Lone Star Foundation Repair & House Leveling

    Foundation repair contractor

    Foundation problems put your house and family at risk.

    ★ 4.9 (289)Get quotes
  9. 9
    Star Techn Foundation Repair
    Houston

    Star Techn Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    Star Techn Foundation Repair provides slab foundation repair, pier & beam repair, and house leveling in Houston, TX.

    ★ 5 (263)Get quotes
  10. 10
    G
    Austin

    Groundworks Foundation Repair Austin

    Foundation repair contractor

    Groundworks proudly serves Austin, TX and Travis County with expert foundation repair and concrete repair services.

    ★ 4.8 (169)Get quotes
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    Olshan Foundation Repair
    Beaumont

    Olshan Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    Established in 1933, our goal at Olshan is to help families live better.

    ★ 4.9 (150)Get quotes
  12. 12
    Houston Foundation Repair Company LLC
    Houston

    Houston Foundation Repair Company LLC

    Foundation repair contractor

    Looking for reliable foundation repair services in Houston, Texas?

    ★ 4.7 (124)Get quotes
  13. 13
    Trust Foundation Repair
    Tyler

    Trust Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    Trust Foundation Repair in Tyler, Texas, is your go-to concrete contractor for expert foundation repair and inspection services.

    ★ 4.8 (106)Get quotes
  14. 14
    Douglas Foundation Repair
    Austin

    Douglas Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    The professionals at Douglas Foundation Solutions are Austin, Texas' trusted choice for foundation repair, new construction pier installation, and mudjacking services.

    ★ 4.2 (67)Get quotes
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    Amarillo

    Amarillo Foundation Repair Pros

    Foundation repair contractor

    Amarillo Foundation Repair Pros are the experts to go to for foundation repair!

    ★ 5 (67)Get quotes
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    Level Best Foundation Repair
    Austin

    Level Best Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    Level Best Foundation Repair provides slab foundation repair, pier & beam repair, and house leveling in Austin, TX.

    ★ 3.8 (53)Get quotes
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    HomeWorks Foundation Repair
    Beaumont

    HomeWorks Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    HomeWorks Foundation Repair offers foundation repair, house leveling, and drainage services in the Beaumont, TX and surrounding areas.

    ★ 5 (50)Get quotes
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    Longview

    East Texas Foundation Repair

    Foundation repair contractor

    East Texas Foundation Repair provides slab foundation repair, pier & beam repair, and house leveling in Longview, TX.

    ★ 4.3 (47)Get quotes
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    Tyler

    Tyler Foundation Repair Experts

    Foundation repair contractor

    The necessity for foundation repair is something that everyone has in common.

    ★ 4.9 (37)Get quotes
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    WTX Foundation Repair of Lubbock
    Lubbock

    WTX Foundation Repair of Lubbock

    Foundation repair contractor

    At WTX Foundation Repair of Lubbock, we are passionate about providing exceptional foundation repair services that maintain the integrity of your home.

    ★ 4.9 (32)Get quotes

FAQ

Drainage & Grading - common questions

How much does drainage correction cost? +
Residential drainage projects in Texas generally run $1,500–$8,000 depending on scope: simple soil re-grading and downspout extensions are at the low end; full French-drain systems with catch basins and pop-up emitters are at the higher end. Get a written scope that identifies the source of the drainage problem before agreeing to any work.
Will fixing drainage also fix my foundation? +
Drainage correction prevents future movement but does not raise a foundation that has already settled. Most homeowners address both: foundation repair to correct existing settlement, then drainage correction to prevent recurrence. Doing repairs without fixing drainage often leads to the same problem returning.
How do I know if I have a drainage problem? +
Common signs include water stains or efflorescence on the foundation, soil that stays saturated after rain, visible gaps between the soil and the foundation perimeter, and foundation cracks that keep reopening after repair. A foundation inspector will typically note drainage issues as part of a written evaluation.