Foundation Repair Cost in Hawaii
$1,300 – $9,950We estimate foundation repair in Hawaii at $1,300 to $9,950 for minor crack repair up to several piers, after an engineer's review if needed. The national estimate is $1,050 to $8,100. Hawaii carpenter pay is 41% above the national median, ranking 1 of 51.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $300 | $3,500 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 10 | 35 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $102 | $184 |
| Estimated total | $1,300 | $9,950 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the Hawaii median wage from BLS (2025, $41.00 an hour) times 2.5 to 4.5 to cover payroll costs, overhead, travel and profit. How we estimate
What other publishers report
| Publisher | Low | High | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| This Old House | $2,224 | $8,134 | Per project. Page dated October 2026. |
| This Old House | $250 | $800 | Crack filling. Page dated October 2026. |
| Bob Vila | $2,176 | $7,833 | Overall, citing Angi. Page dated May 2024. |
Who can legally do this in Hawaii
Hawaii's state pages differ: the Contractors License Board FAQ says no license is needed only up to $1,000 with no permit, while other state pages say $1,500. Treat any job over $1,000, or any job needing a permit, as requiring a license, and confirm with the board.
Compared with neighboring states
| State | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $36.50 | $1,200 | $9,250 |
Other carpenter jobs in Hawaii
- Basement Waterproofing
- Garage Door Replacement
- Door Repair
- Window Repair
- Window Replacement (per window)
Foundation Repair cost in every state · Hawaii home repair guide
Sources
General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.