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During the external evaluation, your foundation inspector will look at: Water drainage, landscaping, and irrigation. Cracks and fissures on exterior walls. Crumbling concrete or degraded building materials.

The structural engineers will look at the foundation/basement walls and check for signs of structural movement like ceiling/wall cracks or sloped/uneven floors inside the home as well as moisture, mildew or general water inside the basement. Uneven floors- a sign of potential foundation issues.

The point is that foundation damage affects every home differently. But if you're looking for a very rough estimate, Rare Daily notes that most foundation issues reduce a home's value by 10-15 percent. In other words, a home that's worth $300,000 could potentially lose between $30,000 and $45,000 in value.

The structural engineers will look at the foundation/basement walls and check for signs of structural movement like ceiling/wall cracks or sloped/uneven floors inside the home as well as moisture, mildew or general water inside the basement. Uneven floors- a sign of potential foundation issues.

How Much Does a Foundation Inspection Cost? A foundation inspection by a structural engineer costs between $350-$1,000. It's a big expense, but inspections deliver long-term value. These pros can spot issues early that might need costly repairs later.

Average foundation repair cost for homeowners is typically just over $4000, or between $1800 and $6500. Minor patching of small cracks is often as low as $500, whereas major structural repairs or underpinning might cost over $10,000.

Hiring a residential structural engineer costs $501 on average with a typical range between $341 and $709. Structural engineering plans cost $800 to $3,000 on average. They charge between $100 and $200 per hour.