Foundation Inspection in Flower Mound, TX
An inspection should tell you whether your home has moved, how much, and why — before anyone sells you a repair.
What Happens
What a Foundation Inspection Involves
Walk-through
The inspector looks at interior and exterior cracks, doors and windows, brick, and any repairs already done.
Elevation survey
Floor elevations are measured at many points to show how level the house is and where it has moved.
Lot and drainage check
Grading, gutters, downspouts, trees, and standing water near the foundation.
Written findings
A report or estimate describing what was found, what is recommended, and why.
Two Kinds of Inspection
Contractor Estimate vs. Engineer's Report
Often free. The contractor evaluates your house and proposes their own repair, so it also works as a sales estimate.
A paid evaluation by a structural engineer who isn't selling the repair. Worth considering for larger or disputed problems, or before buying or selling a home.
Buying or Selling
Inspections and Real Estate
A general home inspector may flag foundation concerns without diagnosing them. If a buyer or seller wants a clear answer, a dedicated foundation evaluation is the usual next step.
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FAQ
Common Questions
What should I have ready for an inspection?
What should I have ready for an inspection?
Notes or photos of cracks and when you first saw them, any past repair records or warranties, and a list of plumbing leaks or drainage problems you know about.
Is a contractor's free inspection just a sales pitch?
Is a contractor's free inspection just a sales pitch?
It also works as the estimate for their proposed repair, so compare it with other written estimates. An independent engineer's report is the option that isn't tied to selling a repair.
Should I get an inspection before buying a home?
Should I get an inspection before buying a home?
If a general home inspection flags cracks or sticking doors, a dedicated foundation evaluation is the usual next step before closing.
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