Central Texas Home Inspection Bundle

Central Texas HOME Inspection Bundle

In Austin and Central Texas, a standard home inspection is often not enough. Because of our region’s unique environmental challenges, specifically the expansive clay soil and our humid termite-friendly climate, homes in Austin, Round Rock, and the surrounding areas face structural risks that other parts of the country don't.

The CenTex Home Inspection Bundle was designed by First Responding Home Inspections to address the three most critical factors for local properties: State Compliance, Foundation/Elevation Measurement, and Wood-Destroying Insects (WDI).

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Bundle pricing

The CenTex Home Inspection Bundle provides an automatic $50 savings when compared to purchasing services a la carte.For homes larger than 8000 square feet, please call 512.763.7498 to receive a custom quote.

  • 1-2000 sq ft: $570

  • 2001-3000 sq ft: $610

  • 3001-4000 sq ft: $760

  • 4001-6000 sq ft: $850

  • 6001-8000 sq ft: $950

What’s Included in the CenTex Bundle?

1. TREC Professional Home Inspection

Our state-licensed inspection follows the rigorous standards set by the Texas Real Estate Commission. We provide a deep-dive assessment of the home’s major systems, including:

  • HVAC & Mechanical: Ensuring performance during record-breaking Texas summers. Thermal imaging for insulation adequacy.

  • Electrical Systems: Evaluating safety, wiring, and panel integrity.

  • Plumbing: Checking for leaks, water pressure issues, and drainage performance.

  • Roofing: Assessing for hail damage and wear in the Central Texas sun. Drone footage included for steep pitches or two story homes.

  • Appliances: Testing all built-in units for proper function.

2. Foundation Elevation Mapping

Austin-area foundations are under constant stress from shifting clay soil. A visual check isn't enough to spot slow-moving structural issues.

  • The Technology: We use high-precision altimeters (like the ZipLevel) to map the "levelness" of your home’s floor.

  • The Benefit: You receive a digital elevation map that serves as a structural baseline. This allows you to identify current settling and provides a benchmark to track foundation movement years into the future.

3. WDI (Termite) Inspection Report

Termites cause more damage in Texas than all windstorms and hurricanes combined. Because they work from the inside out, they often go unnoticed until the damage is catastrophic.

  • Expert Detection: We look for mud tubes, wood galleries, and "swarmers" common to Central Texas.

  • Peace of Mind: Our certified Wood Destroying Insect (WDI) report is the industry standard for real estate transactions and is often required by lenders.

  • Learn More: Understand what goes into a termite/WDI inspection and why Central Texas is a hot bed for these pests.

A house is a big investment and your inspection is a critical data point. To learn the ins and outs (even if construction, home maintenance and DIY aren’t your thing), check out our Home Inspection Guide.

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Top Questions about CenTex home inspections

  • Yes, First Responding Home Inspections offers inspection for termite and other wood destroying insects as a core component of the CenTex Home Inspection Package.

  • Home inspections take at least 3.5 hours, more for larger homes. As a rule, you do not need to be present (may vary if lockbox access is not available). Most buyers like to join at the end or follow up via phone after they receive the report.

  • Yes, we offer weekend home inspections. It’s often hard for clients to leave their job Monday-Friday but they want to do a walkthrough of the inspection. To make that more accessible to more buyers, we offer weekend home inspections throughout Central Texas.

  • Discussing the inspection after the fact varies by inspector. When my wife and I bought our first home, I remember the overwhelm of the whole process, including an inspection report that was like drinking from a firehose. We thought of questions for days after. So yes, I happily take calls with my customers in the days following their inspection to answer questions and provide the peace of mind needed (and deserved) for this major investment.

  • Yes, you will receive pictures of any defects and if taken, video as well. Video is most common for sewer scope inspections or if a drone is used for to assess the roof. (See sample drone footage here.) Finally, these will be color-coded by severity.

  • Your inspection fees are paid directly to your inspector upon confirmation of the booking. First Responding Home Inspections includes an online payment link in your confirmation email.