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A-PLUS INSPECTION SERVICES, Since 1967

Home inspection, Energy Efficiency Auditing, Real Estate Agents,

About us

Texas' Foremost Inspection Company, Since 1967 Board-Certified, Award-Winning, Professional Inspection Services INSPECTORS - GRADUATE ENGINEERS - BUILDERS - CONSULTANTS - FORENSICS - THERMAL IMAGING - EXPERT WITNESSES www.BestAustinInspectors.com

Business highlights

57 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

At A-PLUS Inspection Services, PLLC, we offer the most thorough & comprehensive inspections/reports in the industry today, using the most technologically advanced equipment, guaranteed! We are very proud to be family owned/operated, with 54 years of service to Central Texas. We have the only Board-Certified Professional Master Inspector in Texas, with a Master of Engineering (M.Engr.) Degree in Civil Engineering, providing the industry's highest professional/ethical standards and inspection procedures.

Services we don't offer

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Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

5.072 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.6
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-25 of 72 reviews

VIKAS G.
09/2021
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Chris was very professional, thorough and provided excellent, friendly service. His report covered a lot all aspects of the process, and there are many minor observations covered in the report that will help to work on on-going maintenance of the house to give it longevity and prevent future issues with the property. Highly recommend that any prospective buyer takes his services.
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Kilpatric D.
06/2021
5.0
concrete repair, home inspection
  + 0 more
The company name is well deserved! They provided A- plus, stellar service to us. Chris was wonderful to work with. He was very thorough, patient, precise, and informative during our home inspection. I would definitely recommend A-Plus Inspection Services for your home inspection.
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Quene H.
03/2021
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Chris was wonderful to work with. He arrived when he said he would with all the cool tools of the trade, plus some! He was conscientious of working around us as we were both home during the inspection, took his time with any questions we had, and delivered a thorough product. He has been super quick to respond to any follow-up questions. Admittedly you can get this inspection done cheaper, but it won't be as thorough (he spent over 6 hours with us) and it won't come with the ongoing support Chris offers. Total bonus - he was amazing with our pets!
Description of Work: Whole House Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Geoff M.
01/2021
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I’m so glad that I hired Chris Chitsey of A-PLUS Inspection Services for our one year home warranty inspection! I was very impressed with how thorough, detail-oriented, professional, and knowledgeable Chris was. He went above and beyond, taking great care to conduct an extremely thorough inspection, utilizing technology such as a thermal imaging camera and other devices to make a proper assessment. At the end of his inspection, he took the time to explain to me what he found and why certain things were either great or defective, and what he was looking for. His depth of knowledge as a master board inspector and master degree in civil engineering was on full display, but what was even better was how easily he was able to explain it all to me. He then sent me (that very same night) a 55 page report filled with multiple labeled pictures taken during the inspection and comments fully explaining everything he found. I highly, highly recommend Chris Chitsey if you’re looking for the highest quality inspection for your home, you won’t be disappointed!
Description of Work: Inspection for One Year Home Warranty

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

John L.
01/2021
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Our home buying journey has been rather lengthy. Chris actually inspected 3 homes for us this year. He saved us on 2 homes where the foundation had failed. The 3rd home the foundation was in good condition and the rest of the inspection was done in great detail. Couldn't be happier with the inspection and recommend Chris to anyone that looking to have their home inspected.
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Nancy L.
11/2020
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
we had quotes and they came out he immediately responses, he gave us what we wanted
Description of Work: we had quotes and they came out he immediately responses, he gave us what we wanted
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

D F.
10/2020
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Chris was excellent, extremely qualified, and very thorough. His report was excellent and saved us future costs by identifying builders' errors that were resolved in our favor before closing.
Description of Work: Independent property inspection before closing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Cate G.
09/2020
5.0
home inspection, energy audit
  + 0 more
Phenomenal! My husband and I were questioning the necessity of an expensive property inspection for brand new construction. Realizing that our house is a huge investment, and that we didn't have the patience or skills to test every electrical outlet or examine the roof, we hired Chris. We'll definitely hire Chris anytime we buy a house, and will encourage friends, family and you to do the same. Chris is a knowledgeable expert. He spent 1.5 days onsite to compile a detailed analysis of our 5060 square foot home. From drainage to electrical systems, roofing, insulation, plumbing, and more, Chris's report is invaluable to us as homeowners. It certainly gives us better insights in to the structural underpinnings, construction methods, and proper care of our new home. Chris identified some minor corrections we've asked the builder to make for things we never would have known to look for - and we're experienced homeowners. Overall, our house passed with flying colors, and still the inspection was worth every penny, plus, plus! I cannot recommend Chris and A-Plus Inspections strongly enough.
Description of Work: Property Inspection for New Construction

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,995

Sharon C.
08/2020
5.0
home inspection, architect
  + 0 more
I had an excellent experience with Chris Chitsey of A-PLUS Inspection Services, PLLC. He was referred to me by a neighbor and I couldn't be more pleased. Chris arrived on time and spent 5.5 hours at my home inspecting all aspects of the structure inside and out, took pictures and issued his very detailed reports, including an environmental report, within 24 hours of being at my home. He checked the electrical system, every builder installed appliance, HVAC, plumbing, fire safety and carbon dioxide, plus more. I have full confidence in his work and the issues the builder needs to address during my warranty period. It is well worth the very reasonable price I paid.
Description of Work: Home Inspection Services

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$695

Jesse K.
06/2020
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Chris really did us a great service. We feel very fortunate to have found him. From scheduling the appointment though to the finished inspection report, Chris delivered a extremely high level of responsiveness, friendliness, professionalism and expertise (he is also a structural engineer). The day of our appointment, we met Chris at the house as he was finishing up the inspection. After a few minutes, he gave a very thorough presentation of the work he had done and what he had found. He explained things in detail and then walked us through the house to highlight some of his findings. He was very patient and answered every question we had with enthusiasm, detail and perspective from years of experience. The report that followed was also detailed and very helpful. Buying a house is a big investment, and we feel very fortunate to have found someone with Chris' combination of expertise, detail-orientation and honesty along with the readiness to communicate, explain and answer questions. Would definitely hire him again.
Description of Work: Inspection of Austin home we had under contract

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Dennis K.
04/2020
5.0
architect
  + -1 more
My inspection was carried out by Chris in a very smooth manner. I would highly recommend A-plus as they are professional, more over the service provided by Chris was thorough and within hours I received a detailed report by email. I must say commendable service and I can sleep better at night knowing that Chris inspected our property. Thank you Chris.
Description of Work: Property Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Margaret Q.
10/2019
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Chris is FANTASTIC at assessing properties from Top to Bottom!! He gives clear, concise, explanations in ways that both 1st time home-buyers can understand and engineers can commiserate with. He catches EVERYTHING. And that's what you want. He's prompt; very communicative even before you hire him. His reports are impeccable! And he is approachable for clarifications in case you have questions after seeing the written report. If you're a first time home-buyer like my daughter or a seasoned home-buyer like me and her dad, he's worth every penny!!
Description of Work: Home Inspection for Buyer

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$682

Nicholas M.
07/2019
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
This is the second time I've hired Chris. First to inspect our home last year during a real estate transaction and just today to provide expert advice on removing 2 small walls in the house. His home inspections are thorough and professional. I remember the price being a little higher than the big companies, but you get what you pay for. I'm still working through the list of issues he identified and they were all spot-on. He didn't miss anything. For the structural inspection today, again beyond expectations. It was a challenging problem to check if one wall was load-bearing because the A/c unit was mounted directly above it in the attic. At first he determined that it was likely load bearing as best he could and gave me the options. I was disappointed but that was what I needed to know. Later, after checking the other wall i asked about, he came back with a new plan to check the first wall. He asked if he could pull up a platform board next to the a/c that was nailed down but had nothing on top. I agreed, and sure enough once he pulled it up he was quickly able to determine that the wall was actually between the joists and not load-bearing. That's why I like him. He doesn't walk away until he figures it out. That double check potentially saved me thousands in bringing in a contractor to install a beam, inspect, etc. I will absolutely call Chris for any future inspections/advice/expert opinion on anything related to the house. Thanks Chris!
Description of Work: Structural advice for load bearing walls

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Paul M.
02/2019
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Highly recommend! Very thorough inspection and results asap! Chris is very knowledgeable and spends the time to go over all his findings. Also gave us a great recommendation for a sewer scope with Accurate Leak. Both are definite musts when purchasing a new home.
Description of Work: New build home inspection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Schelina J.
11/2018
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I cannot speak highly enough about Chris! He was quick to respond, very knowledgeable, and extremely detailed. I had heard nothing but outstanding things about his high level of integrity before working with him and his inspection supported his reputation. I highly recommend his services.
Description of Work: Gutter Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Madeline R.
08/2018
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
excellent, everything we could have asked for and more. was more thorough than a different inspector we hired in the past and had additional qualifications.
Description of Work: inspection report

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Grace H.
01/2018
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Chris from A-Plus Inspection is knowledgeable and competent. His professional manner was very impressive. He arrived on time and was well prepared with specialized equipment. His inspection was extremely thorough. The report he delivered was detailed and comprehensive. This is the type of quality and trusted inspector we have been searching for. Although his cost was higher than other inspection services, it was worth every penny. We are so glad to hire him and would hire again.
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$695

Jack T.
07/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Impressive inspection done, very thorough, and offered recommendations regarding repair options. Buying a home is one of the largest investment and it is especially important to pay for a good inspection so you know what you are getting into. With Chris, he was extremely thorough, spent ample time speaking with us about the findings, and provided a written report, He even offered solutions on repairs. He made sure to answer any questions we had about the home inspection. Very professional, prompt, and would hire again in a heart beat.
Description of Work: home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Nicholas B.
07/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Excellent. He was extremely thorough--spent almost 8 hours going through every details of the house. Even pointed out missing screws on a door hinge.
Description of Work: Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Tracie D.
06/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Very thorough inspection. Responsive and helpful in answering questions as we worked with the builder to get items resolved. Would definitely hire again.
Description of Work: New home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Stella P.
04/2017
5.0
pest control, home inspection, energy audit
  + 1 more
EXCEPTIONAL!! Chris was quick to answer his phone, make the appointment, set the expectations for arrival time and cost of services. He showed up on time, and was very thorough, professional & personable. He gave a very detailed report, including lots of photos and explanations of discovered deficiencies, and he covered more than any of the inspectors we have used previously for home purchases. We had some difficulty understanding some of the terminology in the report, as we do not speak Engineer/Plumbing/Electrical jargon very well. We called Chris the next day, to clarify how serious certain items on the report were. He answered the phone promptly, again, even though he was on another job. He was very polite and assured me that he would look at my report when he got home later that evening and email answers to our questions. At 10:00pm, I had not received an email from him, so I thought that he might have been too tired after his workday to reply, or that maybe he forgot about us, after working another job and having to type their report. But at 10:52pm, his email came through, with all the answers to our questions!!! Now THAT is above and beyond the call of late-night duty!!! When I first called around to hire an inspector, I was reluctant to hire A-Plus Inspections, because they are more expensive than the other guys, but I have to tell you, I would never hire anyone else again. Chris is more knowledgeable, competent, detailed, thorough, kind and professional than any home inspector we have ever hired. And he offered to be available for any further questions we had about our inspection, going forward. Truly a great experience. So glad we went with A-Plus Inspections...worth every penny for the care, guidance and peace of mind Chris gave us! In the end, we were able to use the detailed inspection report to negotiate a more fair price from the seller's, and yes...we got our little house! Thanks to Chris for his exceptional care. We highly recommend A-Plus Inspections to anyone looking for the BEST experience in home inspections!
Description of Work: Inspection of a home we wanted to purchase.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Patrick S.
03/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I worked with Mr. Chris Chitsey. He was considerably better than my expectations. Despite the fact that he really never gave me any good news. He was a straight shooter and didn't seem to mind explaining things in a way that I could comprehend and use to determine a course of action. Top Notch.
Description of Work: Inspection and consultation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$700

Anita B.
03/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The inspection was very thorough. When completed, Chris explained, in detail, his findings and then emailed me a very detailed report including photos. The cost was higher than some other companies, but they didn't everything that was offered with A-plus. I will definitely hire this company again, the next time I need a home inspected.
Description of Work: Home inspection at the end of a new construction warranty

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Frank C.
04/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
My experience with A-Plus Inspection Services was excellent from start to finish and continues because of their follow-up service. This is a long-time family owned business represented by Chris Chitsey, an engineer with board certification for home inspections, WDI and who knows what else. Chris was the consumate professional who is courteous, knowledgeable and does what he says he will do. Chris came well equipped to do the inspection with high tech devices and took his time which resulted in a 5+ hour thorough inspection and a 50 page report afterwards (sent the next morning). Chris has electronic MLS access to homes so I didn't even have to initally be their or arrange for my realtor to be there. Chris does prefer to out-brief you on the inspection results in person and he does a great job of translating the engineering into english. They don't advertise much and rely on word of mouth promotion and I can see why that is all that is necessary. I am helping spread the good word about this business. If you want a top-notch inspector and don't mind paying a little extra then hire this business. They are very worthwhile.
Description of Work: Conducted residential pre-purchase home inspection including a wood-destroying insect inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$725

James M.
03/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The home inspection was very well done. Chris was very thorough, took his time, and explained everything to us.
Description of Work: Home inspection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650
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Contact information

4217 Sandorna Vw, Leander, TX 78641

http://BestAustinInspectors.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
5011
Trade License Locale
TX
Trade License Authority
Texas Real Estate Commission
Trade License Expiration
04/30/2023
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Service Categories

Home inspection,
Energy Efficiency Auditing,
Real Estate Agents,
Architects,
Pest Control,
Concrete Pouring and Repair,
Foundation Repair,
Concrete Leveling,
Homebuilders,
Garage and Shed Building

FAQ

A-PLUS INSPECTION SERVICES, Since 1967 is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

A-PLUS INSPECTION SERVICES, Since 1967 accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, A-PLUS INSPECTION SERVICES, Since 1967 offers free project estimates.
No, A-PLUS INSPECTION SERVICES, Since 1967 does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, A-PLUS INSPECTION SERVICES, Since 1967 does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, A-PLUS INSPECTION SERVICES, Since 1967 offers emergency services.
No, A-PLUS INSPECTION SERVICES, Since 1967 does not offer warranties.
A-PLUS INSPECTION SERVICES, Since 1967 offers the following services: At A-PLUS Inspection Services, PLLC, we offer the most thorough & comprehensive inspections/reports in the industry today, using the most technologically advanced equipment, guaranteed! We are very proud to be family owned/operated, with 54 years of service to Central Texas. We have the only Board-Certified Professional Master Inspector in Texas, with a Master of Engineering (M.Engr.) Degree in Civil Engineering, providing the industry's highest professional/ethical standards and inspection procedures.
Ask for details.

Contact information

4217 Sandorna Vw, Leander, TX 78641

http://BestAustinInspectors.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed