Foundation Repair Specialist

What Foundation Repair Specialist does

The National Foundation Repair Association (NFRA), legally National Foundation Repair Association, Inc. and operating under the domain foundationrepair.org, is a Texas-incorporated non-profit professional trade association founded circa 1994 in Dallas, Texas. It serves the U.S. foundation repair industry by promoting professionalism, ethical standards, and standardized training through multi-tiered annual memberships (Contractor, Associate, Individual, Emeritus, and Student, priced $225-$495 per year), the Certified Foundation Repair Specialist (CFRS) credential, a continuing education and instructor accreditation program, a vendor certification track, and a flagship annual conference (35th Annual in Oklahoma City, June 2026) accompanied by the NFRA Open golf tournament. The organization is supported by a roster of 2026 sponsors led by Nash Distribution (Title Sponsor, $20,000), with Platinum sponsors WP Supply, Foundation Scan, and Fortress Stabilization, plus roughly twenty additional major sponsors including technology and marketing partners such as AdVentures Media, Greenbaum STIERS, JobNimbus, and ArcSite.

NFRA's revenue model combines recurring subscription-style membership dues, one-time conference registration fees ($545-$895 per attendee, with bulk discounts and $2,000 vendor booths), tiered conference sponsorships ranging from $7,500 (Silver) to $20,000 (Title), and ancillary golf tournament entry fees ($175 solo, $600 team of four). Distribution to homeowners is delivered through the Find an NFRA Pro searchable contractor directory and a content marketing blog, while distribution to members is delivered through annual and local events (notably the Dallas Fort Worth chapter), social channels, and referral relationships with official marketing partners. The organization does not develop proprietary software products; its underlying technology footprint is limited to a marketing-partner-hosted website and standard SaaS tooling used by its small staff of approximately 8 employees headquartered at 2807 Allen Street, Suite #2185, Dallas, Texas.

The core customer segments are (1) foundation repair contractor companies (primary), (2) industry suppliers, engineers, and professional service providers as Associate Members, (3) individual certified professionals maintaining CFRS credentials, and (4) homeowners searching for vetted contractors via the directory. Membership application screening, the right to admonish or dismiss non-compliant members, and the 'Look for the Logo' consumer brand campaign together form the core of NFRA's value proposition, which is fundamentally one of collective quality signaling and lead generation for member contractors.

Name

Foundation Repair Specialist

Legal name

National Foundation Repair Association, Inc.

Website

https://foundationrepair.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The National Foundation Repair Association (NFRA) is a Texas-based non-profit trade association founded in 1994 that serves U.S. foundation repair contractors, suppliers, and certified professionals through tiered memberships, the CFRS certification program, an annual conference, and a homeowner-facing contractor directory.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Trade Association Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392), Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors (2381), Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors (23819)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Construction - Special Trade Contractors (1700), Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services (7600)

akta.pro primary industry

Foundation Crack Repair (Masonry/Concrete) (HSAGALAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Corporate Foundations & CSR Grantmaking (BPAGAKAC)

Keywords

• Foundation repair certification
• Professional trade association
• Contractor membership programs
• Construction industry training
• Structural repair standards

Headquarters

HQ city

Dallas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from contractors, associates, individuals, emeritus, and student members. Contractor and Associate memberships are priced at $495/year, Individual at $450/year, Emeritus at $350/year, and Student at $225/year. This is the primary recurring revenue stream.
2. Conference Registration: Revenue from annual conference tickets ranging from $545-$895 per attendee depending on membership status and registration timing. Bulk discounts available for companies purchasing 3+ tickets ($100 off each). Additional revenue from vendor booth registrations at $2,000 each.
3. Conference Sponsorships: Tiered sponsorship packages for the annual conference including Title Sponsor ($20,000), Platinum ($15,000), Gold ($10,000), Silver ($7,500), and various event-specific sponsorships (Lunch, Breakfast, Coffee, Pool Party, Golf Tournament, etc.). Some sold out as of the data collection date.
4. Golf Tournament: NFRA Open golf tournament at $175 per solo player or $600 for a team of four. Golf hole flag sponsorships available at $250. Benefiting Construct My Future, Inc. nonprofit.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Foundation Repair Specialist, doing business as the National Foundation Repair Association (NFRA), is a non-profit professional trade association that sells tiered annual memberships (Contractor, Associate, Individual, Emeritus, Student) to foundation repair contractors, suppliers, and individual professionals. Its core offerings include the National Certified Foundation Repair Specialist (CFRS) certification program, the annual NFRA Conference, continuing education, and a public-facing "Find an NFRA Pro" directory connecting homeowners with certified contractors. Membership dues, conference registrations, sponsorships, and certification fees are the primary revenue streams.

Product overview

The National Foundation Repair Association (NFRA) operates as a membership-based professional organization rather than a software product company. Its core offerings include multi-tiered annual memberships (Contractor, Associate, Individual, Emeritus, and Student) providing access to the National Certified Foundation Repair Specialist (CFRS) certification program, professional development through continuing education courses and accredited instructors, and industry events including the annual NFRA Conference and Golf Tournament. The organization also provides homeowner-facing services through a contractor directory and educational blog content. Marketing support is delivered through official partners AdVentures Media and Greenbaum Stiers. The organization began over 30 years ago in Dallas, Texas, and has expanded to a national presence.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NFRA Pro: A directory service allowing homeowners to find NFRA-certified foundation repair contractors in their area.
• CFRS (Certified Foundation Repair Specialist)
• Women of the NFRA (WNFRA)

Products and services

• NFRA Membership Program Annual membership program with five tiers (Contractor $495, Associate $495, Individual $450, Emeritus $350, Student $225) offering access to certification training, professional networking, marketing resources, and industry events for foundation repair professionals.
• National Certified Foundation Repair Specialist (CFRS) Certification Professional certification program establishing nationwide educational standards for foundation repair specialists, including continuing education credits and accredited instructor pathways in categories such as Structural Repair, Water Control, Air Quality, and Business Management.
• NFRA Annual Conference Annual conference featuring educational sessions, vendor showcases, networking opportunities, certification classes, and social events. The 2026 conference is the 35th Annual edition, held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
• NFRA Open Golf Tournament Annual golf tournament at Lincoln Park Golf Course in Oklahoma City, offered at $175 per solo player or $600 for a team of four, with hole flag sponsorships at $250. Portion of proceeds benefits Construct My Future, Inc.
• NFRA Local Chapter Meetings Regional chapter meetings providing networking and continuing education for local NFRA members, with the Dallas Fort Worth Chapter holding meetings at Olive Garden in Dallas, TX throughout 2026.
• Find an NFRA Pro Directory Homeowner-facing online directory enabling consumers to search and locate NFRA-certified foundation repair contractors in their area, supporting consumer lead generation for contractor members.
• NFRA Homeowners Blog Educational blog providing homeowners with information about foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawlspace encapsulation, home inspections, and contractor trust, with articles dated 2024-2026.
• CFRS Continuing Education Instructor Program Accredited instructor program allowing industry experts to submit courses for NFRA continuing education credit approval in categories such as Structural Repair, Water Control, Air Quality, and Business Management & Growth.
• NFRA Vendor Certification Program Vendor certification program that rigorously vets suppliers and product providers to ensure reliability and adherence to NFRA industry standards.
• NFRA Job Board Online job postings board for NFRA members to post and search industry-related employment opportunities within the foundation repair sector.

Quantifiable outcome

• NFRA members demonstrate higher professional standards through certification training and adherence to ethical codes
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

30 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Nash DistributioncoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 20262026 Title Sponsor of the Annual NFRA Conference. Nash Distribution is a foundation repair, basement waterproofing, and crawlspace repair supplier with over 30 years of experience. Warehouses in Ohio, Tennessee, and Georgia with same-day shipping capabilities. Serves both independent contractors and multi-location national brands.
• WP SupplycoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Platinum Sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Foundation repair product supplier and associate member of NFRA.
• Foundation ScancoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Platinum Sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Foundation scanning/inspection technology provider and associate member.
• Fortress StabilizationcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Platinum Sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Foundation stabilization products supplier.
• BlevinsmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Industry supplier supporting the foundation repair association.
• AdVentures MediacoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Official marketing partner of the NFRA. Provides strategic branding, creative storytelling, video production, social media management, websites, SEO, and digital advertising. Creative Media Sponsor for the 2026 conference. Also powers the NFRA website platform.
• Greenbaum STIERScoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Official marketing partner of the NFRA. Specializes in marketing strategy and business growth solutions for contractors, non-profits, and local businesses. Provides measurable KPIs and custom marketing strategies.
• DOT CleanermajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Cleaning products supplier for the industry.
• ArcSitemajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Provides software/s technology solutions for contractors.
• 2000 Foundation ProductsmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Foundation repair products manufacturer.
• AprilairemajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Provides indoor air quality and dehumidification products suitable for crawlspaces and basements.
• Best BlockmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Masonry and block products supplier.
• Crawlspace DepotmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Specializes in crawlspace products and supplies.
• Oblyss PromajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Professional products supplier.
• StructuralRS (Structural Restraint Systems)majorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Structural restraint and stabilization products.
• Richtech IndustriesmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Industry manufacturer and supplier.
• Stop FloodingmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Water management and flooding prevention products.
• Foundation Rescue SupplymajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Foundation repair supplies and equipment.
• RamJackmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Foundation repair equipment manufacturer. Golf Cart Sponsor for the 2026 NFRA Open.
• Foundation FixersmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Foundation repair services and products.
• Your CrawlspacemajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Crawlspace encapsulation and services.
• Zoeller PumpsmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Sump pumps and water management products.
• Stark FoundationsmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Foundation repair contractor and industry member.
• GroundworksmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. National foundation repair company.
• The Winchester Law FirmmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Construction law firm providing legal services to the industry.
• JobNimbusmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. CRM and project management software for contractors.
• LintelliftmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Major sponsor of the 2026 NFRA Conference. Foundation lifting and stabilization products.
• Your Contractors EdgecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Digital Media Sponsor for the 2026 NFRA Conference. Provides live and post-event conference coverage, interviews, and social media recap.
• Construct My Future, Inc.minorOthers · 1 January 2026501(c)(3) nonprofit beneficiary of the 2026 NFRA Open Golf Tournament. Oklahoma City nonprofit run by Will Blake that teaches at-risk youth construction skills and aids them in getting into trade school.
• Bedrock AcademymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partner hosting the Bedrock Nation Launch Party at the 2026 NFRA Conference. Provides industry education and training.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE): The largest U.S. civil engineering professional society with 150,000+ members, certification programs, and a major annual conference. Operates in a broader engineering space but its structural engineering division directly interfaces with foundation repair standards and contractor qualifications.
• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): The largest U.S. trade association for the home building industry with 140,000+ members, certification programs, and a national convention. Operates one level above NFRA's contracting niche but provides a reference point for the broader construction association model with overlapping members.

Emerging players

• Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI): A non-profit technical association for the post-tensioning industry, including certification of installers and inspectors. Operates in a more narrow structural niche than NFRA but follows a similar professional certification association model with contractor and associate memberships.
• Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) of ASCE: A semi-autonomous institute within ASCE focused on structural engineering with certification programs, publications, and conferences. Overlaps with NFRA's structural repair focus and serves as a parallel professional body that advises/resells to NFRA's contractor members.

Direct peers

• National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI): A non-profit trade association for residential remodeling contractors with certification (CRMS, CKBR), local chapters, annual conference, and consumer-facing "Find a Pro" directory. Closely comparable structure to NFRA: SMB contractor members, certification moat, and consumer trust focus.
• International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI): A non-profit association for concrete repair professionals with certification programs, technical guidelines, and an annual convention. ICRI serves structural and concrete repair contractors — directly adjacent to NFRA's foundation repair contractor base, with comparable certification and membership business model.
• Basement Health Association: A non-profit trade association serving basement waterproofing and crawlspace professionals with certification programs and consumer-facing directories. Directly comparable to NFRA in mission, structure, and member profile (SMB contractors). Overlaps with NFRA's waterproofing and crawlspace encapsulation verticals.
• Building Performance Institute (BPI): A non-profit certification body for building performance and energy efficiency professionals. Comparable in operating as a standards-setting and certification organization serving residential contractors, with similar revenue model (certification fees, training, and membership).
• American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI): The largest U.S. professional association for home inspectors, with similar membership tiers, certification requirements, consumer-facing "Find an Inspector" directory, and continuing education programs. Comparable in mission of establishing professional standards and consumer trust in a fragmented home services trade.
• American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC): A non-profit association for concrete contractors with certification, networking events, and educational resources. Directly comparable trade association model serving concrete-focused contractors, with overlapping membership in the foundation repair industry.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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