Mudjacking (slab jacking) cost in 2026
Mudjacking (slab jacking) costs $3 to $8 per square foot in 2026, and most people pay about $5.
What moves the price
- The size of the slab sets most of the price.
- The kind of job matters, such as a driveway, sidewalk, patio or garage floor.
- How deep and how far the slab has sunk changes the amount of material.
- Hard to reach spots cost more.
- Foam jacking costs two to four times more than mud.
- Where you live. Prices in big cities usually run higher than in small towns.
What is included
The price usually covers drilling the holes, the mix, the pumping and filling the holes. Fixing cracks, sealing and any slab replacement are usually extra. Many companies set a minimum job fee.
Mudjacking cost by project
| Project | Cost |
|---|---|
| Sidewalk | $320 to $1,900 |
| Driveway | $650 to $3,200 |
| Patio | $650 to $3,400 |
| Garage floor | $1,200 to $2,300 |
| Steps | $220 to $550 |
| Interior floor | $650 to $4,300 |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: HomeAdvisor.
Mudjacking compared with foam, per square foot
| Method | Price per square foot |
|---|---|
| Mudjacking | $3 to $6 |
| Foam jacking | $5 to $25 |
| Sandjacking | $3 to $8 |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: HomeAdvisor.
Why this costs more in 2026
Labor is the biggest part of most home jobs, and skilled trade pay keeps rising. Many materials and parts are imported, and freight went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Steel, copper, aluminum and resin all cost more too, so quotes for mudjacking (slab jacking) are higher than they were a few years ago.
Ways to pay less
- Choose mudjacking over foam for large slabs when the ground is stable.
- Ask for one quote that covers all sunken slabs at once.
- Get two or three quotes, since many firms set a minimum job price.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages. They do not all measure the same thing, so the ranges on this page come from putting them side by side.
- HomeAdvisor: How Much Does Concrete Leveling or Mudjacking Cost? (updated Jun 17, 2026)
- Inch Calculator: Cost to Level a Concrete Slab (updated Aug 6, 2023)
- A1 Concrete Leveling: Mudjacking Cost (Nov 28, 2023)
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
Mudjacking (slab jacking) costs $3 to $8 per square foot in 2026, and most people pay about $5. Most people pay about $5 per square foot. The low end is $3 and the high end is $8.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: The size of the slab sets most of the price; The kind of job matters, such as a driveway, sidewalk, patio or garage floor; How deep and how far the slab has sunk changes the amount of material.
How can I pay less?
Choose mudjacking over foam for large slabs when the ground is stable. Ask for one quote that covers all sunken slabs at once. Get two or three quotes, since many firms set a minimum job price.
Where do these numbers come from?
From 3 named price guides: HomeAdvisor, Inch Calculator, A1 Concrete Leveling. Each one is linked on this page with the date we read it.
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