Is $15,000 to replace 15 linear feet of foundation stem wall a fair price?
Project Details
The homeowner was in the process of an earthquake retrofit (EBB grant) on a 1950s house with a raised foundation. During the work, the contractor identified a horizontal crack and claimed the rebar had failed due to moisture, recommending a significant section of the stem wall be replaced. The homeowner later sought second opinions from a foundation specialist and a structural engineer who both deemed the repair unnecessary.
Quote Details
Repair and replacement of a foundation stem wall section due to reported rebar corrosion and horizontal cracking. - Trenching and excavation of the affected area - Installation of new rebar reinforcement - Pouring of a new concrete stem wall over 15 linear feet
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Category
Foundation
Price
$15,000
Quote Date
April 8, 2026
Location
California
Year Built
1950
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