Structural: Foundation

Slab Foundations

Exposed Footing: $10 – $15 / lin. ft.
Displaced Corner Pops: $300 – $500 per corner
Slab Foundation Repairs: $600 – $800 per pier
Underpin Foundation: $300+ / lin. ft.
Underpin One Corner of House: $5, 000 and up
Repair Minor Crack: $400 – $800
Parge Coat: $3 – $4 / sq. ft.

Pier & Beam Foundations

Pier & Beam Repairs: $1, 300 – $1, 500 per pier
Install Proper Bracing: $200 – $400 per pier
Replace Sill Plate: $60+ / lin. ft.
Crawlspace Ventilation: $300 – $800 per vent
Crawlspace Encapsulation: $3 – $5 / sq. ft.

Structural: Grading & Drainage

Grading Site Work: $1, 000 and up
Sub-surface/French Drains: $20 – $25 / lin. ft.
Lay sod/topsoil: $1 – $2 / sq. ft.

Structural: Gutters

Install Aluminum Gutters: $5 – $10 / lin. ft.
Install Copper Gutters: $15 – $25 / lin. ft.
Downspout Replacement: $100 – $150 each
Downspout Extensions/Splash Blocks: $15 – $25 each
Clean Gutters: $150 – $300

Structural: Attic/Soffit/Fascia

Rafter and Ridge Repair: $300 – $4, 500 and up
Install Collar Ties: $30 – $50 each
Improve Purlin Bracing: $150 – $300
Repair/Replace Soffit: $20 – $30 / lin. ft.
Repair/Replace Fascia: $15 – $25 / lin. ft.

Structural: Insulation

Blown Attic Insulation: $2 – $3.50 / sq. ft.
Blow Insulation Ceiling/Wall Cavity: $2 – $3.50 / sq. ft.
Knee Wall Insulation – $4 – $5 / per ft.
Spray Foam Insulation – $1.25 to $2 / sq. ft.
Ext. Rigid Insulation Prior to Re-siding: $1 – $2 / sq. ft.

Structural: Ventilation

Improve Soffit Ventilation: $40 – $50 per vent
Static, wind and Powered Vents: $300 – $650
Ridge Vent: $2 – $3 / lin. ft.

Structural: Roofing

Roof Coverings

Roof Tune Up: $800 – $1, 800
Replace 3-Tab Asphalt Shingles: $3 – $5 / sq. ft.
Replace Composition Shingle: $5 – $10 / sq. ft.
Replace Metal Roofing: $3 – $5 / sq. ft.
Replace Rolled Roofing: $1 – $2 / sq. ft.
Replace Single-membrane Roofing: $5 – $8 / sq. ft.
Replace Built-Up Gravel: $4 – $6 / sq. ft.
Replace Wood Shingles/Shakes: $6 – $10 / sq. ft.
Replace Clay Tile: $10 – $18 / sq. ft.
Replace Slate Tile: $10 – $15 / sq. ft.

Flashing

Repair Valley Flashing: $20 – $30 / lin. ft.
Install Kickout Flashing: $150 – $200
Repair/Replace Step Flashing: $500 – $750
Flashing Chimney/Skylight: $300 – $500

Structural: Exterior

Brick

Re-point Cracks: $4 – $8 / lin. ft.
Replace Loose/Broken Bricks: $10 – $16 / sq. ft.
Replace Deteriorated Bricks: $20 – $30 / sq. ft.
Rebuild Parapet Wall: $20 – $30 / sq. ft.
Clean Brick (Chemical Wash): $3 – $6 / sq. ft.

Siding

Install Cement Board: $10 – $15 / sq. ft.
Install Vinyl: $4 – $7 / sq. ft.
Install Wood: $8 – $12 / sq. ft.
Seal Penetrations: $300 – $400

Painting

Caulk and Paint: $50 – $150 per 100 sq. ft.
Trim Only: $1, 500 – $2, 500
Trim and Walls: $3, 000 and up

Windows

Standard Glass Pack: $150 – $400
Special Order Glass Pack: $600 – $1, 200
Install Standard Window: $30 – $50 / sq. ft.
Caulk Windows: $25 – $50 per window

Structural: Interior

Drywall

Install Sheetrock: $1.50 – 2.50 / sq. ft.
Tape and Texture: $1.50 – $2.50 / sq. ft.

Ceiling

Repair Water Stains: $300 – $500 and up
Remove Popcorn: $4 – $5 / sq. ft.

Painting

General Painting: $1.50 – $3.50 / sq. ft.
Walls & Trim: $3, 000 and up (2, 000 sq. ft. house)
Trim Only: $1, 500 – $2, 500 (2, 000 sq. ft. house)

Flooring

Sand and Refinish Hardwood: $2 – $4 / sq. ft.
Install Wood Flooring: $9-$15 / sq. ft.
Install Tile Flooring: $15 – $20 / sq. ft.
Install Vinyl Flooring: $3 – $5 / sq. ft.
Install Synthetic Carpet: $15 – $20 / sq. yd.
Install Wool Carpet: $40 – $60 / sq. yd.

Structural: Doors

Exterior Doors

Repair Door Casing: $150 – $200
Replace Exterior Metal Door: $300 – $500
Replace Exterior Solid Wood Door: $600 – $1, 200
Replace Exterior Locking Hardware: $150 – $250
Replace Sliding Glass Door: $1, 000 – $1, 800
Install Sliding Glass Door: $2, 000 – $3, 000

Overhead Garage Doors

Repair/Replace Header: $2, 500 – $3, 000
Replace Door Panel: $250 – $750
Replace Single Sectional Door: $750 – $1, 000
Replace Double Sectional Door: $1, 200 – $1, 500
Repair Track Hardware: $200 – $300
Replace Tension Spring: $175 – $225

Interior Doors

Replace Hollow Core: $150 – $250
Replace Custom Wood: $400 – $600
Install French Door: $700 – $1, 000
Replace Skylight: $1, 000 – $3, 000

Structural: Pest Control

Termite Spot Treatment: $300 – $800
Termite Partial Treatment: $1, 200 – $2, 500
One-Time Pest Treatment: $200 – $300
Rodent Exclusion: $250 – $500

Structural: Fireplace/Chimney

Chimney Sweep: $200 – $250
Repair Cracked Firebox: $300 – $1, 800
Replace Refractory Panels: $180 – $250 per panel
Replace Glass Door: $300 – $500
Damper Repair: $150 – $300
Install Cricket: $300 – $500
Rebuild Chimney Above Roof: $200 – $300 per lin. ft.
Re-point Brick Chimney Ext: $20 – $30 per row
Repair Chimney Mortar Crown: $800 – $2, 000
Install Chimney Cap: $150 – $200
Convert Wood to Gas Fireplace: $1, 000 to $1, 500
Install Metal Insert Fireplace: $3, 500 – $7, 000
Rebuild Traditional Brick Fireplace: $10, 000 – $15, 000

Structural: Patio/Deck/Carport/Driveway

Driveway and Walkway

Pour Concrete: $8 – $12 / sq. ft.
Interlocking Brick: $5 – $8 / sq. ft.
Flagstone/Fieldstone: $10 -$20 / sq. ft.
Resurface/Seal Asphalt Drive: $2 – $4 / sq. ft.

Porch and Patio

Replace Wood Flooring: $4 – $6 / sq. ft.
Replace Wood Skirting: $10 – $15 / lin. ft.
Replace Step Railing: $150 – $200

Decks, Pergolas, Arbors

Install/Repair Deck/Arbor: $15 – $25 / sq. ft.
Guard and Handrails: $12 – $20 / lin. ft.

Retaining Wall

Install Wood/Stone: $20 – $25 / sq. ft.
Install Concrete/Masonry: $30 – $40 / sq. ft.

Install Fence

Wood: $12 – $25 / lin. ft.
Wrought Iron: $25 – $30 / lin. ft.
Chain Link: $7 – $15 / lin. ft.
Repair Gate: $200 – $300

Top 5 Red Flags a Home Inspector Can Uncover Before You Buy

July 28, 2025 | Randall Wooten

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