Sagging Floor Triage: Joist, Beam, or Pier?

Answer these

What symptom do you see?

Where is the problem?

Visible joist or beam damage?

Your result

DIY fix

Likely component

joist

Urgency

Monitor — keep an eye on it and check seasonally

Cost context (typical range)

Steel jack (per component)

$515 – $630 (per-jack-installed)

This tool provides an initial triage based on common crawl space patterns. Structural assessments are preliminary — always consult a licensed structural engineer or foundation contractor before starting any repair work.