Concrete repair costs $150 to $5,400 per project in 2026
Concrete repair costs $150 to $5,400 per project in 2026. Bob Vila puts the national average for leveling a sunken slab at $1,174, with most jobs between $630 and $1,723. Angi lists resurfacing at $3 to $9 per square foot and replacing a damaged slab at $6 to $14 per square foot. Price moves with the size of the slab, the kind of damage and the method used.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Bob Vila | Bob Vila lists a national average of $1,174 for concrete leveling, a typical range of $630 to $1,723, a sidewalk at $150 to $800 and a driveway at $600 to $3,000. |
| A-1 Concrete Leveling | A-1 Concrete Leveling lists mudjacking at $3 to $8 per square foot, a driveway at $810 to $3,780 and a porch at $1,080 to $5,400. |
| Angi | Angi lists concrete resurfacing at $3 to $9 per square foot, replacing damaged slabs at $6 to $14 per square foot and mudjacking at $3 to $8 per square foot. |
Concrete repair prices by job
| Job | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Sidewalk leveling | $150 to $800 | Bob Vila |
| Driveway leveling | $600 to $3,000 | Bob Vila |
| Driveway mudjacking | $810 to $3,780 | A-1 Concrete Leveling |
| Patio mudjacking | $810 to $3,150 | A-1 Concrete Leveling |
| Resurfacing, per square foot | $3 to $9 | Angi |
| Replacing a damaged slab, per square foot | $6 to $14 | Angi |
| Mudjacking, per square foot | $3 to $8 | Angi |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Repair method | Leveling a sunken slab costs less than replacing it. Angi lists mudjacking at $3 to $8 per square foot and slab replacement at $6 to $14. |
| Slab size | You pay by the square foot, so a porch costs more than a step. A-1 Concrete Leveling lists steps at $890 to $2,160, porches $1,080 to $5,400. |
| Fill material | Foam leveling costs more than mudjacking. Bob Vila says poly leveling can reach $25 per square foot, while standard mudjacking starts near $3. |
| Project type | Driveways, garages and patios each have their own price band. Bob Vila lists a sidewalk at $150 to $800 and a driveway at $600 to $3,000. |
| Crack work | Small cracks are cheap to fill. Angi lists minor crack filling at $0.10 to $0.15 per linear foot, but deep or wide cracks need more work. |
What the price includes
A repair quote usually covers the crew, the material and cleanup. For leveling, that means drilling small holes, pumping fill under the slab and patching the holes. Extra costs can include grinding, polishing or sealing, which Bob Vila lists at $3 to $12 per square foot for grinding. A slab that is cracked all the way through may need full replacement instead. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
DIY or hire a pro
Small jobs are fine to do yourself. Hairline cracks and chips can be filled with a patch product from a hardware store. This costs little and takes an afternoon. Sunken slabs, wide cracks and slabs that tilt toward your house are different. Leveling needs a pump, a drill and a trained crew, and a bad fix can let the slab sink again. Angi lists mudjacking at $3 to $8 per square foot, and Bob Vila lists a typical job at $630 to $1,723. Hire a pro when the slab moved, when water pools near the house, or when a crack keeps growing.
How to tell you need it
Look for slabs that sit higher or lower than the one next to them. A trip edge, a tilted patio or a driveway that slopes toward the house all mean the ground below has moved. Cracks that grow, pooling water and gaps along the foundation are other signs. Small surface cracks can wait, but a trip hazard should be fixed soon.
How to judge your quote
- Ask if the quote is per square foot or one flat price for the job.
- Ask which method they use: mudjacking, foam or full replacement.
- Ask why the slab sank and how they will stop it from sinking again.
- Ask for a written warranty and what it covers.
- Compare the total with the range above: $150 to $5,400 per project for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Fill hairline cracks yourself with a patch product from a hardware store. Call a pro for sunken slabs or wide cracks that keep growing.
- Ask about mudjacking before replacement. Angi lists mudjacking at $3 to $8 per square foot, while replacing a damaged slab costs $6 to $14 per square foot.
- Bundle jobs. If the driveway, walk and steps all sank, ask for one quote so the crew only has to set up once.
- Get three written quotes. Bob Vila lists a sidewalk at $150 to $800, while A-1 Concrete Leveling lists $675 to $2,160, so compare before you book.
- Fix drainage first. Water pooling under a slab makes it sink again, so a gutter or grade fix can save you a repeat repair.
Why this costs more in 2026
Trade labor now runs about $75 to $150 an hour in most of the US. Lumber, steel, copper, PVC and concrete all cost more than in 2024, and freight went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Leveling crews run trucks and pumps all day on diesel, so higher fuel costs in 2026 show up in every quote.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Bob Vila, A-1 Concrete Leveling and Angi. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does concrete repair cost?
Bob Vila puts the national average for leveling at $1,174, with most jobs at $630 to $1,723. Angi says replacing a damaged slab runs $6 to $14 per square foot.
How much does mudjacking cost per square foot?
Angi lists $3 to $8 per square foot, with an average of $5. A-1 Concrete Leveling also says $3 to $8. Bob Vila says foam can reach $25 per square foot.
How much does it cost to resurface a concrete driveway?
Angi lists resurfacing at $3 to $9 per square foot, with an average of $6. A 500 square foot driveway would run $1,500 to $4,500.
Is it cheaper to level or replace a concrete slab?
Leveling is usually cheaper. Angi lists mudjacking at $3 to $8 per square foot and slab replacement at $6 to $14. Replacement makes sense when the slab is broken through.
How much does it cost to fix a cracked sidewalk?
Bob Vila lists a sidewalk at $150 to $800 for leveling. A-1 Concrete Leveling lists $675 to $2,160. Angi says minor crack filling costs $0.10 to $0.15 per linear foot.