FAVORITE HOME INSPECTORS IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS

SA-TAREI: San Antonio Chapter of Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors

(Click for the Master List or scroll down for a few of our Favorites*)

Members marked with an asterisk (*) below are Inspectors used by past and/or present clients of Val J Aranda, REALTOR®, San Antonio, TX. Past performance does not guarantee future performance. Please shop for the home and/or termite inspector who fits your needs and your budget.

QUICK TIPS & THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE CALLING HOME INSPECTORS:

• Before calling home inspectors, have a copy of the MLS data sheet for the home you’re wanting to inspect. The inspector will ask for the address, age, square footage, and special features you may want to inspect (sprinkler system, septic system, multiple A/C units, etc…). The MLS listing will have most of the information you need.
• Most inspectors collect payment at the time of the inspection. If you wish to pay at closing, please inquire ahead of time – a few will offer the option for a nominal fee.
• ASK ABOUT THE TURNAROUND TIME FOR REPORT DELIVERY. If you’re currently in an Option Period, it’s recommended to have the report in your hands at least 2-3 days prior to your option period deadline. This will allow enough time to negotiate repairs if needed.
• Some Home Inspectors also perform Termite Inspections for an additional fee. Call to inquire. (Termite Inspections are also known as Wood Destroying Insect Inspections or “WDI.” Wood destroyers include carpenter ants.) If you’re using VA Financing, a WDI Inspection will be required.
• Schedule your appointment and let your Agent know who you pick and the day/time of your inspection. In most cases, the inspector will contact the agents to coordinate the inspection.
• The Agents handling your home purchase will coordinate the inspection with the Seller.
• Inspections last around 2 hours for a home under 2000 square feet.
• It’s recommended that buyers are present during a home inspection. If there are any issues found by the inspector, it’s helpful to see them in person. (This may change due to Covid – please ask your inspector.)
• If you cannot be present for the entire inspection, ask the inspector how long the inspection will take and then arrive about halfway through (or towards the end). You may also send a trusted friend or family member to attend on your behalf. [It’s recommended to limit the number of people during the home inspection so the inspector refrains from being distracted.]
• Additional FAQ:  Frequently Asked Questions about Home Inspections

A FEW FAVORITE HOME INSPECTORS (listed alphabetically):

*20/20 Home Inspections

Chris De Marco
Office: 210-688-9577 / Cell: 210-707-4239

• 20/20 Professional Home Inspection comes highly recommended by other San Antonio real estate agents. Chris offers a 120-Day Guarantee on home inspections and a “Foundation Level Survey.” His reports are often delivered within 24 hours. He can also coordinate a WDI (Wood Destroying Insect) Inspection upon request (a.k.a. “termite inspection”).

ALAMO REAL PRO INSPECTION GROUP

(210) 520-5117

• 90-Day Warranty Included
• Sewer|Gard Included
• Mold|Safe Included
• 5-Year Platinum Roof Protection Plan Included
• FREE Lifetime Recall Check Included
• Termite Protection Plan Included

*ArtWorks Home Inspections

Arthur Pruneda: 210-422-5257 –

Will travel. Available most mornings.
email: arthur@artworkshi.com

*BPG Inspector (mulitple choices) – few favorites below:

Hector Toledo: 314-580-6111
Tony Ramos: 210-833-6586
Gary Armstrong: 800-285-3001

• Hector and Tony are bilingual (English/Spanish). They often deliver reports within 24 hours. BPG Inspectors offer a 90-Day Inspection Guarantee.

• Scott performs inspections for pre-owned and new home construction. He also teaches and trains about Home Inspections.

*Reality Check Inspections

Chuck Hanvey

• Chuck offers affordable Home and Termite Inspections.
• San Antonio homes built after 1970, under 2000 sqft: $245.00 (Price subject to change without notice)
• Termite Reports by Tex Pest Patrol: $75 + tax if done with Home Inspection (Price subject to change without notice)
• Fee Schedule

*RIO BRAVO HOME INSPECTIONS

Offers a Repair Request tool to help itemize your repair list for negotiations.

*Your Time Home Inspections

Phone: (210) 367-2945
Email: info@yourtimeinspections.com

*Schedule your appointment online 24/7
*”200% Guarantee”
*Quick report turnaround time

CERTIFIED HOME INSPECTORS IN SAN ANTONIO
(Some may also offer Termite Inspections. Call to inquire.)

LIST OF SAN ANTONIO TERMITE/WDI INSPECTORS
(WDI – Wood Destroying Insects)

• U.S. Pest
• Bugco
• Tex Pest Patrol

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