HOME Inspection
Buying a home in the Austin area is a major investment, and a thorough, state-compliant inspection helps you avoid surprises down the road. Our buyer’s home inspection provides a practical, detailed evaluation of the property so you can make confident decisions before closing.
Following state inspection standards, we examine all major visible and accessible systems, including the foundation, roof, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, insulation, and interior spaces. To give you the clearest picture possible, we also use advanced tools such as thermal imaging to detect hidden moisture or insulation gaps and drone footage for a safe, detailed view of the roof and hard-to-reach areas.
You’ll receive a straightforward, easy-to-read report with photos and clear explanations of any concerns. The result is reliable information you can use to negotiate repairs, plan maintenance, or simply move forward with peace of mind.
🎥 See a sample of drone footage for a two-story roof.
Home inspection pricing
$395 for homes up to 2000 sq. ft. See our full pricing table for larger home prices.
Home INSPECTION Service Upgrades
Residential home inspections are regulated by the state of Texas and include the most common components across all homes. Homes with additional features and home buyers with additional interests can add services to meet their unique needs.
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Sewer Scope
A camera inspection reveals cracks, clogs, or root intrusion in your sewer line before hidden issues become costly disasters. Learn more about plumbing & sewer inspections.
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Termites & WDI
Identifies active or past wood-destroying insect infestations and conducive conditions, providing the crucial report often required by lenders.
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Irrigation
Find leaks, clogs, and coverage issues in your irrigation & sprinkler system before they cause damage and expensive repairs.
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Elevation
Go beyond the state-regulated foundation check with precise measurements to track movement, detect shifts early, and protect your home. Learn more about foundation & elevation inspections.
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.
understanding your home inspection
Top Questions about home inspections
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Home inspections take at least 2.5 hours, more for larger homes or upgraded services. 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.
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An inspection is not pass or fail. The inspection is a snapshot of the house at the time of the inspection. Some things will inevitably come back as "deficient", which just means it does not meet a code of some kind. Depending on the severity of the deficiency, buyers may choose to halt the sale, negotiate purchase price or repairs, or choose to repair themselves.
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Yes, First Responding Home Inspections offers inspection for termite and other wood destroying insects as an add-on service. This is important to mitigate repair costs and is required for some home loans.
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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.
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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.
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Home inspection prices vary by home size and additional services booked. At First Responding Home Inspections, an inspection on houses up to 2000 square feet is a reasonable $395.
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.
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Yes, we offer a limited number of weekend home inspections. Additionally, hour weekday hours are flexible. Our scheduling availability and flexibility help keep home purchases moving forward and provide the best customer experience in Central Texas.