Compare the Top Home Inspection Franchises: Fees, Royalties & ROI
Why This Page Exists
Not all home inspection franchises are created equal. Some are straightforward, others come with steep percentages. If you're looking for a side-by-side breakdown—franchise fees, royalties, and real average profits—this page delivers. We’ve included full source citations, and if you spot something we missed, email franchise@inspectionsovercoffee.com. Corrections are made within 72 hours.
Franchise Fee & Royalty Comparison (Top 10)
| Franchise | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Avg. Owner Profit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections Over Coffee | $7,797–$14,397 (tier-based, lump sum discounts avail) |
Flat: $250–$3,750/mo (by city & revenue, 1st year discounted) |
Varies | Internal FDD - See all tiers, fees, royalties in Exhibit M (2025) |
| WIN Home Inspection | $14,250–$15,000 | 7–8% | $80,000 | [Top 14 Franchise Report] |
| Pillar To Post | $59,950 | 7% | $120,000 | [Top 14 Franchise Report] |
| AmeriSpec | $59,950 | 6–8% | $100,000 | [Top 14 Franchise Report] |
| National Property Inspection | $50,000 | 6–8% | $80,000 | [Top 14 Franchise Report] |
| HouseMaster | $39,950 | 5–7% | $60,000 | [Top 14 Franchise Report3] |
| Hometeam Inspection | $29,950 | 4–6% | $50,000 | [Top 14 Franchise Report] |
| Next Day Inspect | $49,950 | 6–8% | $80,000 | [Top 14 Franchise Report] |
| BrickKicker | $39,950 | 5–7% | $60,000 | [Top 14 Franchise Report] |
| American Leak Detection | $39,950 | 5–7% | $70,000 | [Top 14 Franchise Report] |
Why Inspections Over Coffee Is Different
- No percentage-based royalties. You keep more as you grow.
- Tiered franchise fee system that scales with your city’s population, not just our brand’s size.
- Buyout option after 3 years if your life plan shifts.
Flat Royalty vs. Percentage Royalty: What It Means for You
Percentage royalties sound simple—until you’re penalized for growth. At 8%, $25K in monthly revenue means a $2,000 royalty. With Inspections Over Coffee, that same revenue may trigger a flat $750–$1,000 fee. You keep the difference—and the motivation.
FAQs
- Where do your numbers come from?
- All third-party data is sourced from the Top 14 Home Inspection Franchise Report (2025) and Sharpsheets (2025).
- How often is this page updated?
- We review all data quarterly and apply updates within 72 hours of any corrections submitted to franchise@inspectionsovercoffee.com.
- Is this an official endorsement?
- Nope. This is an apples-to-apples breakdown. We believe in transparency, not hype.
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