Dallas-Fort Worth sits on some of the most expansive clay soil in the country. After a dry summer, that soil shrinks; after a wet winter, it swells. Your foundation rides those waves whether you like it or not.
Hairline cracks under 1/8 inch in drywall corners are almost always cosmetic — a $200 handyman patch. Stair-step cracks in exterior brick wider than 1/4 inch, doors that suddenly won't latch, and gaps between baseboard and floor are foundation-movement red flags.
Before you spend $40,000 on piers, get an independent structural assessment. Most full foundation companies offer a 'free inspection' that conveniently always concludes you need their service.
On HandyMandyMan, you can book a verified foundation diagnostic for a flat $189 — independent, written report, no upsell. If you do need piers, you'll have a real second opinion in hand.