TREC #25343 · Serving the greater Austin & San Antonio area
Know exactly what you’re buying. Before you buy it.
Thorough, honest home inspections across the greater Austin area, from the north suburbs down through the San Antonio corridor — done by the owner himself, explained in plain English, with your report the same day.
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Every inspection done by Andy — not a subcontractor
Same-day reportIn your inbox before the day ends
Owner-performedAndy does every inspection himself
Open 7 daysIncluding both weekend days
★★★★★ 5.0From 17 client & agent reviews
Book online
Pick a time that works for you
Choose your date and time below and you’re as good as booked — Andy reviews every inspection personally and finalises the booking himself. Prefer to chat first? Call (979) 218-5762 and you’ll get Andy, not an answering service.
Want a price before you commit? See how pricing works or use the instant quote tool in the pricing section.
Included as standard
Four things other inspectors charge extra for
Every residential inspection includes all four of these. Not as an upsell, not as a package — just what you get.
Full TREC inspection
Structure, roof, attic, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliances and irrigation — every system, to the Texas standard.
Zip Level foundation measurements
A precise read on how the foundation is performing — and a baseline you can refer back to for as long as you own the home.
Thermal imaging scan
Finds what the eye can’t — hidden plumbing and HVAC leaks, missing insulation, and rooms that won’t heat or cool evenly.
WDI termite report
The separate wood-destroying insect report — required for most FHA and VA loans, and worth having either way. Others charge $175 for this alone.
The inspection
Home inspections in Buda & Kyle, explained in plain English
Most buyers spend twenty minutes inside the house they’re about to purchase. I’m there to tell you its current condition and how well the home is operating — without emotions clouding the picture. Just the facts and the findings.
Structure
Framing, walls, load paths and signs of movement or failure.
Foundation
Zip Level measurements and a performance opinion you can keep.
Roof
Covering, flashing, penetrations, vents and drainage.
Attic
Insulation, ventilation, framing and anything hiding up there.
Electrical
Panel, wiring, grounding, outlets and safety devices.
Plumbing
Supply, drains, fixtures and water heating — leaks and failures.
HVAC
Heating, cooling, ductwork and whether it’s actually performing.
Appliances
Built-ins operated and checked in normal use.
Exterior
Cladding, trim, grading, walkways and drainage away from the home.
Irrigation
Sprinkler zones and controllers, where the property has them.
The review is the point
When I’m done, we review the house together and I show you what I found — what matters, what doesn’t, and what it means for you. It’s not your agent’s job to translate an inspection report. It’s mine.
“You can be the most technical inspector in the world, but if you can’t get your clients to understand your findings, you aren’t doing your job.”
Facts, not fear
Buying a home is emotional, and plenty of inspectors trade on that. I won’t inflate a finding to look thorough, and I won’t downplay one to keep a deal moving.
You’ll get a clear picture of the condition of the home and enough understanding to make your own decision about it.
Pricing
What it costs, and how that’s worked out
Residential inspections
$375 and up
Covers the first 2,000 sq ft, then 15¢ per square foot after that. Everything in “included as standard” comes with it.
Base prices
| Residential | $375 |
| Condo / duplex | $350 |
| Phase 1 & 2 new build (first 3,000 sq ft) | $325 |
| Phase 3 new build | $325 |
| 11-month warranty | $325 |
Each covers the first 2,000 sq ft unless noted, then 15¢ per sq ft.
Older homes
| Under 5 years | — |
| 5–15 years | +$25 |
| 15–25 years | +$50 |
| 25–35 years | +$75 |
| 35–45 years | +$100 |
| 45 years and over | +$125 |
Older homes take longer and hide more. This covers the extra time, and it’s the same for everyone.
Here’s what that actually looks like
| The home | Base | Square footage | Age | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,800 sq ft, 2 years old | $375 | — | — | $375 |
| 2,600 sq ft, 12 years old | $375 | 600 × 15¢ = $90 | +$25 | $490 |
| 3,200 sq ft, 55 years old | $375 | 1,200 × 15¢ = $180 | +$125 | $680 |
Add to an inspection
| Sewer scope — my most requested | $150 |
| Pool & spa | $150 |
| Septic inspection | $250 |
| Water well | $75 |
| Guest house | $325 |
| Outbuilding, with electric | $75 |
| Outbuilding, without electric | $50 |
Book on its own
| WDI / termite report | $175 |
| Pool & spa | $175 |
| Sewer scope | $250 |
| Re-inspection | $250 |
| Septic inspection | $275 |
| Water well | $150 |
| Single system | Call me |
These cost less added to an inspection simply because I’m already there. Booked on their own, they carry the trip.
Why single-system inspections aren’t priced here
They start around $250 — but call me before you book one. More often than not, people asking for a single system need something different from what they think, and a five-minute conversation saves you money. I’d rather have that conversation than sell you the wrong inspection.
New construction & specialty
Catching it before the drywall goes on
Phase 1 — pre-pour
I look at the site right before the slab is poured: that everything is installed properly, positioned correctly and protected from chemical damage from the concrete itself. Once it’s poured, it’s poured.
Phase 2 — pre-drywall
Framing, electrical runs, plumbing lines, ductwork and supports, checked before they’re sealed away behind drywall and flooring. This is the last easy look anyone gets.
Phase 3 — final
The full inspection on the finished home before you close. If you can only do one phase, do this one — but every phase you can catch is worth catching.
11-month warranty
Before your builder’s first-year warranty runs out. Same as a Phase 3, but focused on what should go to the warranty — and on showing you how to maintain the home you’re now in.
Sewer scope
Effectively the colonoscopy of the house. I run a camera down the main drain line looking for low spots, debris, damage, root intrusion — anything that could back up. Drain line repairs get expensive fast, so I recommend this every time.
Condo & duplex
Same coverage as a residential inspection, with the quirks that come with shared structures. Usually quicker, never less technical.
What to expect
Four steps, start to finish
STEP 01
Book online
Pick your date and time. You’ll get confirmation straight from Andy — talk to the inspector, not a call centre.
STEP 02
I inspect
Two to four hours depending on the home. Attending the review afterwards is highly recommended.
STEP 03
We review it together
I show you what I found and what it means. Ask me anything — this is the part that matters.
STEP 04
Report the same day
In your inbox before my day ends. It might be late, but it won’t be tomorrow.
“Ask me anything”
The review is where an inspection stops being a document and starts being useful. I’ll show you what I found, tell you what matters and what doesn’t, and answer whatever you want to ask.
No question is too basic. If you’re buying your first home, assume you’re meant to ask them.
About
The inspector who shows up is the one who wrote the report
When you book HighPoint, you get me. Not a rotating roster, not whoever was free that morning. I do the inspection, I write the report, and I’m the one who explains it to you.
Before this I was a chef, running restaurants and large crews. A busy kitchen teaches you that overlooking one small thing has consequences well beyond that moment, and that’s the mindset I bring to a house. I’ve always been fascinated by how buildings work, and a home is an interconnected puzzle. Things rarely go wrong in one place without affecting another, and I enjoy piecing that together.
I’ve been inspecting for nearly five years, trained through AHIT and InterNACHI, and I was a lead inspector and trainer at my previous company, bringing new inspectors up to speed.
I started HighPoint because buying a home should be a blessing, not a nightmare. No house is perfect, and my job isn’t to find you a perfect one. It’s to help you understand the house in front of you well enough to decide for yourself whether it’s worth the time, money and effort it needs.
And if it isn’t, the right house is out there.
| TREC licence | #25343 |
| Experience | Nearly 5 years inspecting |
| Trained through | AHIT & InterNACHI |
| Previously | Lead inspector & trainer |
| Inspections performed by | Andy, every time |
| Report turnaround | Same day |
Reviews
What clients and agents say
Seventeen reviews, every one of them five stars. Six are from real estate agents who’ve worked with me more than once.
★★★★★
“Andy and his expertise, attitude, and an impressive ability to educate his clients has been a high point in our home buying experience. My partner and I have limited experience in this area, and we have been so grateful for Andy’s thorough reports and recommendations. My father in law is highly experienced, and somewhat of a snob when it comes to these matters, and even he has been singing high praise. Andy has saved us from two homes that would have been money pits. I cannot recommend Andy and his services more highly.”
Client Kami R. · three inspections
★★★★★
“He catches things other inspectors miss and explains everything in plain English so my clients feel confident moving forward. If you want the best in the business, Andrew is it.”
Agent Ray S.
★★★★★
“He takes the time to walk my clients through the inspection findings, explaining both the pros and cons so they fully understand what they’re buying. His knowledge, attention to detail, and patience give my clients the confidence to make informed decisions.”
Agent Haixia Y.
★★★★★
“Andrew has incredible attention to detail — providing explanation, pictures, videos, and references. His expertise is well worth the price for the quality and variety of services offered. Highly recommend!”
Client Sydney W.
★★★★★
“He was very detailed when he went over the report with me. He made sure that I understood the report.”
Client Alicia B.
★★★★★
“Communication was clear, prompt, and professional throughout. The inspection itself was incredibly thorough — every detail carefully reviewed and explained in a way that was easy to understand.”
Agent Melissa I.
★★★★★
“I really appreciated that he took the time to walk me through everything he found and answered all my questions.”
Client Tyler P.
★★★★★
“Excellent and thorough inspection. I am very impressed by the details and depth. Andrew is very professional, very helpful and takes the time to explain everything.”
Client Dov H.
Worked with me before? It takes a minute and it genuinely helps.
For real estate agents
Your client will understand their report
Book with me and you’re in good hands — your client gets looked after, and you get looped in on everything you need to know.
Same day, without exception
Your client gets the report before my day ends. Option periods are short and I’m not going to be the reason yours gets tight.
You know who’s showing up
Me. Every time. You won’t have to brief a different inspector on how you work.
I do the translating
I review the findings with your client myself, in plain language. It’s not your job to interpret my report, and I won’t leave you holding it.
Always available for questions
If you or your client have a question about the report — during the option period or long afterwards — call or text me. I’m a resource for both of you, not just on inspection day.
I confirm the inspection myself
I contact the listing agent on my end to make sure everything is on, accessible and ready before I arrive. One less thing on your plate.
Can’t make the review?
No problem. I’ll take great care of our client and always loop you in on what you need to know before the report goes out.
See a real report
Not a brochure — two full inspection reports, exactly as a client receives them. Have a look at the detail, the photos and the way findings are explained.
Opens in Spectora, where the reports are hosted.
Service areas
Where I inspect
I cover the greater Austin area — from the north suburbs down through the San Antonio corridor. If you’re not sure whether you’re in range, just ask. The answer is usually yes.
Closest to home
BudaKyleMustang RidgeNiederwaldUhlandMountain CityLockhart
Austin & the north suburbs
AustinRound RockPflugervilleHuttoGeorgetownLeanderLiberty HillCedar Park
West & the Hill Country
South toward San Antonio
San MarcosNew BraunfelsMartindaleMaxwellSeguin
Not on the list? Ask anyway. If you’re within reach of the I-35 corridor between Georgetown and New Braunfels, the answer is almost always yes.
Common questions
Things buyers ask me
How long does an inspection take?
Two to four hours for most homes, depending on size, age and condition. Older and larger homes take longer — that’s the reason for the age adjustment in the pricing.
Do I need to be there?
You’re not required to attend the inspection itself, and it’s usually best if you don’t — it lets me focus and give you the most thorough inspection I can. What I do strongly recommend is attending the review at the end, where I walk you through everything I found. Clients who attend the review understand their report far better than those who don’t.
If you can’t make it in person, I’ll set aside time to go through the report with you remotely and answer any questions.
When will I get the report?
The same day, every time. It might arrive late in the evening, but it won’t arrive tomorrow.
What if you find something bad?
I’ll tell you plainly what it is, what it affects and what it’s likely to mean. I won’t exaggerate a finding to look thorough and I won’t soften one to keep a deal moving. Then you decide what to do with it — that’s your call, not mine.
What does it cost?
Residential inspections start at $375, covering the first 2,000 square feet, plus 15¢ per square foot after that and an age adjustment for older homes. The full breakdown is here, including three worked examples.
What’s a sewer scope, and do I need one?
It’s effectively the colonoscopy of the house. I run a camera through the main drain line between the house and the city connection, looking for low spots, debris, damage or root intrusion. Drain line repairs are expensive and the problem is completely invisible otherwise, so I recommend it on nearly every inspection. It’s $150 added to an inspection.
Do you inspect new construction?
Yes — all three phases. Pre-pour, pre-drywall and final. If you’re buying in one of the new-build communities around Buda or Kyle, catching problems at pre-drywall is far easier than arguing about them afterwards.
Do you work weekends?
Yes, both days. I’m available seven days a week — weekdays 9am–1pm and 2pm–6pm, weekends 9am–1pm.
Ready when you are
Book online in about a minute, or call and you’ll get me on the phone.