Only licensed engineers and licensed professional home inspectors are legally authorized to evaluate foundation performance in Texas. Foundation repair salesmen are not licensed to inspect or assess foundation conditions—they are commissioned to sell repair work.

No. Foundation repair companies should be the last people you call. Their inspections are sales calls, not professional evaluations. Always start with an unbiased, licensed inspection from a third party like Imperial Pro Inspection.

We believe that low-cost foundation assessments help “level” the playing field and protect the public from high-pressure, commission-based repair sales tactics.

We don’t sell repairs—we provide licensed, unbiased foundation evaluations and guidance. Our job is to identify the root cause, not push expensive repairs. Our clients often avoid costly work by correcting moisture or tree root issues instead.

Our verbal evaluations are free for most Fort Bend County homeowners. If you need a full written report with elevation readings and supporting documentation, we offer it for a reasonable fee.

Yes. Foundation repair often causes collateral damage to plumbing and interior flooring. Worse, lifting the perimeter without fixing the root cause (such as tree roots) can result in long-term interior settlement, a far more expensive problem.

Expansive clay soils and nearby trees are the biggest culprits. Oak trees in Fort Bend County can consume over 100 gallons of water a day, drying out soil and causing your home to settle unevenly toward the roots.

Always address soil moisture issues first. That includes installing root barriers, correcting drainage, and adding foundation watering systems. These steps often prevent the need for invasive repairs altogether.

Yes. If repair is truly warranted, we can refer you to reputable repair firms and help you compare estimates. We also explain what type of repair, if any, makes sense—always putting your home’s long-term health first.

In many cases, no. Foundation movement is often seasonal and related to soil moisture imbalance—not structural failure. With early intervention like root barriers, drainage correction, and proper maintenance, most homes can avoid invasive foundation repair altogether. An unbiased inspection will help you understand whether stabilization or repair is truly necessary.