Rates
(subject to change) |
|
SQ. FOOTAGE |
RATE |
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Up to - 1,999 sq. ft. |
$295.00 |
|
2,000 - 2,499 sq.
ft. |
$325.00 |
|
2,500 - 3,000 sq.
ft. |
$345.00 |
|
Over 3,000 sq. ft. |
$.12 sq ft |
|
|
|
Additional
Fees |
|
Pier & Beam (add) |
$75.00 |
|
Sprinkler System (add) |
$25.00 |
|
Duplex (add) |
CALL |
|
Homes over 15 yrs. of age (add) |
$25.00 |
|
Homes over 50 yrs.
of age (add) |
$95.00 |
|
Re-inspection (add) |
$95.00 |
|
Outside of Austin
area fee |
$20.00 |
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To schedule an
appointment call
512.751.5199
Or have it arranged via
e-mail
Saturday & Sunday
Appointments Available!
HUD/FHA/VA
Compliant |
A Word About Prices
When a high profile celebrity or politician
needs an attorney do you think they scour the web for the cheapest
one? NOT A CHANCE !
To see what Nationally Syndicated Columnist
Barry Stone has to say about cheap home inspections:
CLICK HERE
BEWARE: Inspectors
ARE NOT all alike! When pricing a Home Inspection please do
yourself a favor and DON'T shop for the lowest price.
DO SHOP for the most experienced inspector you can
find. Buying a home is probably the single most expensive
investment you will ever make. After you buy and move into your new
home is not the time to find out you received a poor inspection
report. This can become a nightmare. A good detailed inspection
report can save you thousands of dollars. I have seen clients
negotiate up to $10,000 to $20,000 off the price of the home then
hire the cheapest inspector on the block. Going with a cheaper
inspector, which means less experience and saving $50.00 to $75.00
on the inspection may cost you a lot of money at the negotiation
table and in the long run. This is no different than shopping for a
good doctor, do you really want the new guy right out of school, or
with only a couple years experience, diagnosing your serious health
problems?
Buyers need to be aware of what happens with a
typical real estate transaction. My experience has shown that some
real estate agents prefer to use inspectors that do only minimal
inspections and work for what is considered an unrealistically low
fee compared to the current market in return for future referrals
from that agent. These inspectors are frequently new to the
business or friends of the real estate agent. Agents don't
typically refer inspectors who look too closely at a home or spend
too much time performing the inspection. Many agents want their
deals to close as fast as possible and don't want their deal slowed
up by a conscientious and detailed inspection report that may
disclose too many problems with a home. Keep in mind that a typical
real estate agent gets between 3 to 6% of that homes value which
means many thousands of dollars in the agents pocket.
My reports are detailed, include digital photos,
a laser level check of the foundation, and are completed on the
state required forms. My fees are based upon my experience in the
building industry and may be slightly more than some of the fast
track or part time inspectors that are very prevalent in today's
real estate market. Don't fall into a trap of believing that all
inspectors do the same thing or follow the same "checklist". THEY
DON'T! Experience counts when it comes to the most expensive
purchase of your life so don't be surprised....BE SURE!
A Word About My Reports
All home inspections that I accomplish are
designed with the buyer in mind. I do not work for the realtors or
the builders, nor am I influenced by their demands. I also do not
allow any type of shady entangling alliances with questionable third
parties. I do not take kickbacks from anyone......I work for
YOU!
I never schedule more than 2 inspections per day,
usually one morning and one afternoon. Each inspection takes on
average 2-4 hrs depending on the condition of the home. Homes that
are New or vacant may take a little less time.
All inspection reports take an additional 2+
hours to complete once I return to the office and are transferred to
a .PDF document and posted to my website 24 hours for 5 business
days, where they can be saved, printed, or downloaded as you see
fit. After which they are then placed into archive.
All reports are computer generated with the
current Texas promulgated inspection forms and include digital media
of the inspection at no extra charge.
If you can find a better deal, a more experienced
inspector, or a more detailed report than I can provide.......take
it! Because quality is very hard to find in this business and those
that provide it are in high demand. My schedule books out almost a
week in advance, so book early for the best times and dates.
When
Buying Your Next Home, Don't Be Surprised......BE SMART!
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