Foundation Inspections · Des Moines, IA
Foundation Inspections in Des Moines, IA
A foundation inspection gives a clear opinion on cracks, bowing walls and water before you buy, sell or plan repairs. In a market full of basements, it's one of the most useful extra checks a buyer can order.
Request a foundation inspectionFor buyers
If a home inspection flags a crack, efflorescence or a bowing wall, a foundation contractor can explain what it means and roughly what a repair involves.
For sellers
Fixing a known issue before listing, with paperwork and any warranty, can make a sale go more smoothly.
What's checked
Wall plumb, crack patterns, floor levels, sump pit, drain tile, gutters, downspouts and grading.
Finished basements
Paneling and drywall can hide walls. Inspectors look at what's visible and note what isn't.
Engineers
For major movement, a structural engineer's report gives an independent opinion that lenders and buyers often trust.
Photos and measurements
Ask for a written summary with photos, measurements and the recommended fix.
Timing
Purchase inspection windows are short in Iowa real estate contracts, so ask for a visit early.
Older homes
Older homes nearly always show some settling. An inspection separates old, stable movement from active problems.
Get an inspection
Tell the contractor what was noted. Send a request and a foundation repair contractor will get in touch.
Frequently asked questions
- Is a foundation inspection the same as a home inspection?
- No. A home inspector notes signs; a foundation contractor or engineer assesses them.
- Is there a charge?
- Some contractors inspect free when quoting; written reports often cost extra.
Other foundation repair services
Request a foundation inspection
Bowing basement walls, new cracks, water on the floor after a storm. Tell us what you're seeing and we'll pass it straight to a foundation contractor, who will call you to set up an inspection and quote.
- Basement walls, cracks and slabs
- Des Moines, Grimes, Norwalk, Indianola and nearby
- Inspection and quote before any work
Need foundation inspections in Des Moines?
Send a request and a foundation contractor will get in touch. Requests answered 7 days a week.
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