Pillar To Post

Founded in 1994 by Mike Brewer in Tampa, Florida, Pillar To Post revolutionized North American home inspection by introducing formal technical training and standardized practices. They began franchising the same year and rapidly became the continent’s largest inspection franchise, now operating over 550+ units across the U.S. and Canada.

• Comprehensive home inspection services covering structure, systems, roofing, basements, and more.
• High-tech proprietary tools, including the OnePoint inspection platform and a Salesforce-based CRM.
• Strong marketing support, with established real-estate partnerships and digital campaign toolkits.
• Robust, scalable business model: recession‑resistant and integral to real estate transactions.

• Owner‑operated, full‑time required. This isn’t a passive investment; franchisees are expected to run and grow the business.
• Exclusive territory rights ensure market protection for owners.
• Strong industry standing: ranked #1 in Home Inspection by Entrepreneur for eight years, #417 in 2025 Franchise 500.
• Backed by FirstService Brands, with synergistic opportunities across home service networks.

• Entrepreneurs and managers: dedication, people skills, and a drive to build a trusted local team.
• No prior technical experience required—foundations training covers inspection techniques and business operations.
• Values alignment: service-minded, people-oriented, high integrity, and committed to the Pillar To Post system.

• Franchise Fee: $21,900–58,500
• Total Initial Investment: $101,740–150,000
• Financial Requirements: net worth $100,000–200,000; liquid capital approx $44,000–60,000
• Royalty / Ad Fees: 7% royalty + 4% ad fund 
• Veteran Incentive: 20% discount on the franchise fee

• Foundations for Success: 11‑week intensive training—90–120 hrs online pre‑training, 70 hrs classroom, 40 hrs on‑the‑job.

• Launch Support: personal business coach, startup director, hands‑on field assistance.

• Ongoing Learning & Peer Engagement: regional meetings, annual conferences, continuous learning modules.

• Marketing & Tech Infrastructure: complete campaign toolkits, digital marketing guidance, CRM and inspection software.

Pillar To Post provides a top-tier, growth-driven franchise in the home inspection industry. With a dominant market position, full training, proven systems, and ongoing support, it’s ideal for entrepreneurs seeking a hands-on, recession-resilient service business with strong operational and marketing frameworks.

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