Services & PricingHome inspections in Des Moines, Iowa
Every inspection we offer, and exactly what it costs. No surprises at checkout, and plenty of value built into every visit.
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Our Inspection Services
A home inspection is a limited non-invasive examination of the overall condition of a home. Whether you are a home buyer, seller, homeowner, or investor, we exist to deliver you an exceptionally detailed and informative home inspection report.
A sewer line inspection, also called a sewer scope, is a camera-led inspection of the lateral sewer line of a home. Most homebuyers don't realize that the sewer line is their responsibility. Don't be on the hook for thousands of dollars in repairs before closing.
Radon testing measures the amount of radon gas in the air of your home which can cause health issues long-term. We deliver accurate and timely results to provide you with great peace of mind before finalizing any real estate transaction.
A home inspection is important for a new construction home because newly built houses can have hidden defects or construction errors. An independent inspection helps identify issues early so they can be repaired before they become more costly problems.
Buying a new home is exciting, but even brand-new properties can have hidden issues. Our professional new construction warranty inspections help homeowners uncover concerns before your builder's warranty expires so issues are fixed on the builder's tab and not yours.
A multi-family inspection is a professional evaluation of a residential property with multiple living units, such as duplexes, triplexes, or quadplexes. The main objective is to evaluate for safety and maintenance needs.
The package most of our buyers choose
Home Inspection + Sewer Scope
Shown as the sum of our two listed prices. Larger homes follow the buyer pricing tiers.
$20,000
A sewer scope on a brand-new build found a lateral broken under the street. The builder covered the $20,000 repair before closing.
Read the sewer scope details| Service | Below 2,500 sq ft | 2,501–3,999 | 4,000–4,999 | 5,000+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buyer Home Inspection + Warranty | $475 | $575 | $675 | Custom quote |
| New Construction (per phase)¹ | $475 | $575 | $675 | Custom quote |
| New Home Warranty (11-Month) | $475 | $575 | $675 | Custom quote |
| Multi-Family (2–4 doors)²+ $100 per additional door | $475 | $575 | $675 | Custom quote |
| Sewer Line Inspection | $250 with a home inspection · $300 stand-alone | |||
| Radon Testing³ | $150 per unit | |||
- ¹ Each phase costs the same; the all-three bundle discount is applied at the warranty phase. The inspection warranty doesn't cover new construction.
- ² 5+ units are referred to TrueLine Commercial Inspections. Warranty excluded.
- ³ Radon testing is performed by a certified third-party partner.
- Fees are based on total finished sq ft, including finished basements. Additional fee for travel beyond 60 miles. Pay At Closing available for eligible buyers.
Buyer Home Inspection + Warranty
+ $100 per additional door
- ¹ Each phase costs the same; the all-three bundle discount is applied at the warranty phase. The inspection warranty doesn't cover new construction.
- ² 5+ units are referred to TrueLine Commercial Inspections. Warranty excluded.
- ³ Radon testing is performed by a certified third-party partner.
- Fees are based on total finished sq ft, including finished basements. Additional fee for travel beyond 60 miles. Pay At Closing available for eligible buyers.
Bundle & Save.
Bundle your inspection services, eliminate the hassle of scheduling elsewhere, and save money! Add a sewer scope for $250 or radon testing for $150 per unit when you book your home inspection.
Building new? Book all three new construction phases and the bundle discount is applied at the warranty phase.
What’s Included With Every Inspection
What’s included- Inspection warranty
- Thermal imaging, included
- Report by noon next business day
- Follow-up calls
- Vendor discounts
- Concierge moving help
- Trusted Home Pros list
- Pay At Closing
Don’t just take our word for it.
What Our Homebuyers Say
5.0from ~250 Google reviews
Excellent service! Forever Home Inspection Iowa did an amazing job providing us with a very thorough and detailed inspection report. Highly recommend. Thank you!
Fantastic Team! Extremely knowledgeable and quick feedback and reports on the Home Inspection. Matt Gibson did a phenomenal job!
Forever Homes Inspection did an outstanding job with our new build inspections. They were thorough, knowledgeable, and incredibly easy to work with from start to finish. Their communication was clear, timely, and always helpful, which made the entire process smooth and stress free. I truly appreciated their attention to detail and the way they explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. Highly recommend them to anyone needing a reliable and professional inspection team!
Blake did a great job looking over a new construction home. He pointed out where workmanship was lacking, and spent time with me answering my questions. He well documented what he found with pictures and written word. There were general explanations of the house systems too. Very pleasant to spend time with but also efficient in covering the many inspection points of the house. I’d definitely request his service again.
We had an inspection on our new build, and Matt was our inspector — he was awesome! Friendly, professional, and incredibly thorough. As first-time new build owners, we weren’t sure what to expect, but Matt went above and beyond, examining every part of the house in great detail. We were especially impressed by the number of photos he provided, documenting both any issues and the overall condition of the home. We highly recommend Forever Home Inspection Iowa to anyone looking for peace of mind with their home investment!
Pricing Questions
See all FAQsHouse inspection costs vary. Fees are based on total sq footage, including all finished areas, such as basements: $475 below 2,500 sq ft, $575 for 2,501–3,999 sq ft, $675 for 4,000–4,999 sq ft, and a custom quote for 5,000+ sq ft. Visit our Services and Pricing page for every service and add-on.
We require payment due before or at the time of service, unless you are eligible for the Pay At Closing option.
After scheduling, you will receive an email containing a link to your unique inspection portal where you will sign all pre-inspection agreements and select your payment option. We accept credit/debit cards, cash, check, ACH, and eligible Pay At Closing.
Thank you for your partnership in ensuring our team is promptly paid for their hard work! Making prompt payment will prevent delays in receiving your inspection report.
Yes, as long as you're eligible. Our Pay At Closing option is available when the closing is scheduled to take place within 60 days of the inspection.
Most closing companies will allow the cost of a home inspection to be deferred until closing, but we recommend checking with your closer to confirm they will accept this payment arrangement.
If you select Pay At Closing and your closer does not approve it, no worries! You can simply pay the inspection fee directly after closing.
We travel up to 60-miles round trip, free of charge! Any distance after 60-miles round trip is invoiced for a fee. We calculate mileage from our business office to the inspection address.
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