Alvin is the oldest incorporated town in Brazoria County, incorporated in 1893. For foundation repair in Alvin, call (281) 346-9386 or send the form.
A long history of houses
Alvin had 1,511 residents in 1930, 5,643 in 1960, 16,515 in 1980 and 27,098 in 2020. Its housing spans most of the last century, by our reading.
Weather on record
In July 1979, Tropical Storm Claudette stalled over Alvin and dropped 43 inches of rain in 24 hours, at the time the most ever recorded in the U.S. in a day. Drainage and flooding are part of the foundation story here. See flood zones.
Permits
Alvin says permits and inspections are required for new construction, remodeling and repairs. Homeowners pulling a repair permit themselves must show proof of a homestead exemption. Permits and inspections: 281-388-4271.
We also take requests from Pearland, Friendswood, Manvel. All cities.
Sources
- U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Alvin city, Texas
- Wikipedia: Alvin, Texas
- City of Alvin: Permits & Inspections
- City of Alvin: Building Permit Application
Reviewed October 7, 2026. Rules, prices and contacts change, so check the source before relying on it.
Questions and answers
Do I need a permit for foundation repair in Alvin?
Alvin says permits and inspections are required for new construction, remodeling and repairs. Call 281-388-4271 to confirm what your repair needs.
Ready to have it looked at?
Send the form or call, and we'll pass your request to a local foundation repair contractor. It's free for homeowners.
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