Home Inspection Franchise With Low Startup Costs

Investing in a low-cost home inspection franchise with a growing brand and potential for high return on investment is everybody’s dream. Pillar To Post® can bring that dream of being a successful franchisee to life with our low startup costs and high ROI. You’ll have the foundation of an internationally renowned franchise, the financial assistance, and support you need to grow your business. We provide a foundation with the tools and resources to scale your business at your own pace. Smart, business-minded people are jumping on the opportunity to join the Pillar To Post® franchise, whether they’ve been in franchising before or are entrepreneurs. Building out your business and claiming market share is easier when you have the right team to fall back on. Learn more about investing in your own franchise location with our home inspection business and how much it will cost to start up.

Why Pillar To Post® May Be Your Next Home
  • Total Investment: $150,000 and 12 months of living expenses
  • Minimum Net Worth: $200,000
  • Franchise Fee: $58,500
  • Royalty = 7% of gross revenue
  • Brand fund (for advertising) = 4% of gross revenue

See Item 7 of our current Franchise Disclosure Document for details and further information about the initial investment.

Pillar To Post Home Inspectors® Franchise Cost

Startup costs for a Pillar To Post® franchise are as low as $101,740. The low cost to start up a franchise location that’s for sale means that it is an accessible goal for many aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners. There are a number of variables that impact how much your total costs are, so it’s important to be aware of them and stay prepared for these factors in the future. Some of these variables include the territory you are operating in, the equipment you already have, and travel expenses for training. Although there are some initial costs to launch your location, they are more manageable than what you will find at other franchises. With our franchising opportunity, you’ll have assistance with your marketing and recruiting efforts as well as everyday business operations. Our goal is to get your home inspection franchise generating income as soon as possible.

See Item 7 of our current Franchise Disclosure Document for details and further information about the initial investment.

Average gross revenue of a U.S. Pillar To Post® franchisee: $323,335 in 2023*
*As reported in Item 19 of the 2024 Pillar To Post® Franchise Disclosure Document.

See the Financial Performance Representation in Item 19 of our current Franchise Disclosure Document. The average is of the 315 non- exclusive U.S. franchises for the 2023 calendar year that were open and operating for the entire year and for whom we have complete data. Your individual results may differ. There is no assurance that you will sell as much.

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We Support You From the Very Beginning

Why should you choose Pillar To Post®? In addition to being a low-cost franchise opportunity in the home inspection industry, we provide the training and support you need from the very beginning. We understand what is required of our franchise owners, and we help them run their business with confidence. Whether you need help marketing to local customers, recruiting contractors, or finding the best process for day-to-day operations, the home office is here for you. From day one you’ll have a community of business professionals to speak with whenever you need assistance with anything. With support from the home office, you can grow your business and scale it to the size you want. Our standardized procedures and tools will keep your business running at its best. It also means that your customers will be satisfied with how seamless the process is, from getting in touch with a contractor to the final results they receive. We provide you with a solid foundation from which to build from and grow your business with your new team.

Ensuring Your Success Is Our Top Priority

Pillar To Post Home Inspectors® is North America’s leading and largest home inspection company. We take innovation, professionalism, and quality service to new heights with each of the home inspections we perform for our customers across various regions. Pillar To Post® franchise owners help people purchase a home and live in it confidently every day knowing they’ve done their due diligence to ensure it’s a safe and comfortable place for their family. As the best home inspection franchise in the industry, you can feel secure investing in your future here and joining a widespread network of franchisees who understand what it’s like to start a new business. The home office is here to back you through any challenges and we’re right there with you to celebrate your wins and ensure your success.

Pillar To Post Home Inspectors® Franchise Cost

Here is a quick look at the Pillar To Post® startup costs to give you an idea of what it takes to invest in a home inspection franchise

ExpenditureLowHigh
Franchise Fee$58,500$58,500
Pillar To Post Tool Bundle$3,000$4,000
Local Tool/Equipment Purchases$750$1,000
Computer Equipment and Software$3,500$6,000
PTP360 Equipment Package$800$1,100
Office Equipment, Furniture, and Supplies$750$1,000
Business Telephone Service$190$190
Connected Services (Internet and Cell)$300$600
Foundations For Success Marketing Bundle$3,000$5,000
Business License and Name Registration$300$1,000
Foundations For Success Automated Marketing Campaign$10,000$15,000
Vehicle Costs$3,000$6,000
Vehicle Branding$3,000$4,000
Professional Services$1,500$2,500
Pillar To Post Attire$300$600
Various Account Set Up and Organization Dues$600$1,000
Errors and Omissions and Other Insurance Premiums For First 3 Months$750$1,000
Pillar To Post Annual Conference and Regional Meetings$1,500$4,000
Additional Funds-3 Months$10,000$20,000
Total Initial Investment As Low As$101,740$132,490

This website and the information contained on this site do not constitute the offer or sale of a franchise. The offer and sale of a franchise can be made only through the delivery and receipt of a Franchise Disclosure Document. There are certain states that require the registration of a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) before the franchisor can advertise or offer the franchise in that state. The communications on this website are not directed by us to the residents of any of those states. Moreover, we will not offer nor sell franchises in those states until we have registered the franchise (or obtained an applicable exemption from registration) and delivered the FDD to the prospective franchisee in compliance with applicable law.

See Item 7 of our current Franchise Disclosure Document for details and further information about the
initial investment.

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