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Our Inspection Reports describe for you the true condition of the home or building before you buy it, including the foundation, structure and roof, as well as the mechanical systems, including the plumbing, electrical and air conditioning. Our reports are filled with color pictures and easy-to-understand explanations.

Our building inspection service area covers Central Texas, including Austin, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Westlake Hills, Lakeway, Kyle, and surrounding areas including Travis, Williamson, and Hays Counties.

Ken Altes, owner, has peformed more than 9,000 inspections of all types of buildings since 1986, and holds Professional License #623 with the Texas Real Estate Commission and is a member of the Austin Board of Realtors.

Residential Inspections

For the homebuyer, you will benefit from a thorough, top-to-bottom inspection designed for your needs. Our inspection will cover the foundation, structure, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, water heater, doors and windows, attic, roof and appliances. Our inspections include safety items including the electrical system. Check out the Residential FAQs at the left navigation bar for more information regarding your inspection.

Join the Inspector During Your Inspection

We encourage the buyer to follow the inspector while he performs the inspection so that the buyer learns as much as possible about the home's possible defects, maintenace and features. Check out our testimonials to get an idea of how appreciated this friendly and educational approach is to our clients.

Out-of-Town Buyers and Investors

Ken's deep experience in construction, energy conservation technologies and inspection makes it easier for out-of-town buyers and investors to trust that the results of the inspection will be reliable and understandable. We insert many photos in our inspection reports making them even more useful to you.

Historical Building Inspections

Historical building inspections have been a consistent part of Ken's inspection experience, having inspected many registered historical landmark structures, including small and large homes as well as historical buildings, the oldest dating from the 1860's, most in Austin but others in Georgetown and other small towns. The depth and breadth of Ken's experience is invaluable to a buyer of an historical building due to the many unique challenges these buildings can present. For several examples of historical buildings we have inspected, visit "Historical Inspections" page at the navigation at the left.

MultiFamily Inspections

Experience means a lot when you are selecting a multifamily building inspector. Given the complexity and sheer volume of the structural and mechanical elements in a multifamily apartment or condo building, the inspector must be able to quickly and reliably target the areas that need the most attention, allowing the investor to calculate his near, mid and long-term costs. Many times, issues like mold, asbestos and carbon monoxide threats are of the utmost importance to the investor as he conducts his due diligence for a particular building. Not all inspectors are equiped to identify these and other hazards.

Commercial Inspections

We have provided professional pre-purchase inspection reports for a wide range of commercial buildings, ranging from central business district offices to 45,000 square foot warehouse buildings. We approach each building to meet the needs of the buyer with our Flexible Team Approach. In this approach, we will combine the professional expertise as needed such independent contractors for elevators, septic, heating and air conditioning, master electricians, etc. This allows us to provide timely, efficient and cost-competitive services to meet the unique needs of our customers.

Expert Witness and Testimony

We have provided expert inspections, depositions and testimony in several legal cases, utilizing the the full impact of Ken's deep and wide experience.

Ken is also a licensed Realtor and a member of the Austin Board of Realtors. Call Today. 512-442-5282