A bowing basement wall or rainwater running toward your house leaves you with a practical question about what an inspection will cost. At KC Pier, there is no foundation inspection cost for homeowners who call us about a problem with their basement or foundation walls.
Foundation Inspection Cost: Our Two Pricing Tiers
Here is what each tier includes and who qualifies. The follow-up you receive depends on whether you own the home and have a concern or are part of a real estate transaction.
Free Inspection for Homeowners with a Concern
Homeowners who call us about an issue with their basement or foundation walls receive a free 30-point inspection. The issue can be a confirmed problem or simply something that looks wrong to you. The visit is a 30- to 40-minute consultation.
During that visit, we:
- Complete the full 30-point inspection.
- Look closely at the specific concern that prompted your call.
- Walk you through potential resolutions within the same time frame.
From there, you decide whether you want to get the problem fixed. If you move forward with a repair, you get the same assessment, and the resolution is included as part of that repair.
Pro Tip: Call us even if you are not sure the issue is a real problem. Homeowners pay nothing for the inspection, and you leave the visit knowing your repair options.
The $175 Foundation Inspection Cost for Real Estate Deals
Realtors, sellers, and buyers under a real estate contract pay a $175 inspection fee. The assessment is the same 30-point inspection, and it comes with a complete written report afterward.
The report gives a general assessment of the foundation and notes any potential foundation or water management problems. When a problem needs attention, the report also includes a potential resolution. Realtors often look for that information, and some buyers simply want to know what they are getting into.
| Who Is Calling | Price | What You Get |
| Homeowners with a basement or foundation concern | Free | 30-point inspection, 30- to 40-minute consultation, potential resolutions for your concern |
| Realtors, sellers, or buyers under a real estate contract | $175 | 30-point inspection, complete assessment, written report with a potential resolution if needed |
Need expert help with a foundation concern? Contact KC Pier for a free consultation.
What Our 30-Point Inspection Covers
We check every point inside and outside the home to confirm the foundation is performing well. Here are the key areas our team looks at during each visit.
Walls, Slabs, and Corners
- Foundation walls: We make sure the walls stay straight, without bowing in or out.
- Slabs: We inspect the slabs in the basement and the garage.
- All four corners: We examine each corner from the outside of the home.
Gutters, Grading, and Water Management
We look at the gutters and the overall water management around the home. We also confirm that the grading is correct, so rainwater drains away from the house and its foundation.
Key Takeaway: Water management is part of every 30-point inspection we complete. Homeowners and real estate clients both get this check.
Repairing, Buying, or Selling? Start with a 30-Point Inspection
Both inspections start with a phone call to our team. Choose the option below that fits your situation.
Homeowners with a Basement or Foundation Concern
If you own a home in Kansas City and notice an issue with your basement or foundation walls, call us for a free 30-point inspection. You get answers and potential resolutions in one 30- to 40-minute visit.
Realtors, Sellers, and Buyers Under Contract
For homes under a real estate contract, book our $175 assessment. You receive a complete report on the foundation and any water management problems, with a potential resolution if one is needed. Call KC Pier today to schedule your visit. Our pricing is simple: free for homeowners with a concern and $175 for real estate deals, so you know your foundation inspection cost upfront.
