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Alamo Heights, Texas & surrounding communities

Alamo Heights Home Inspections. Findings You Can Understand.

From established Alamo Heights neighborhoods to newly built homes, we help buyers, sellers, and homeowners understand a property’s condition. We inspect visible and accessible systems and components, explain findings in plain English, and deliver clear reports within 24 hours of inspection completion.

Home Inspections Starting at $400

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San Antonio Based

Client-First Approach

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Plain-English Reports

Honest Guidance

Meet your inspector

I’m Nail Albarghouthi (pronounced Nile), owner of Behind The Seen Inspections and a Texas-licensed Professional Inspector serving Alamo Heights, San Antonio, and surrounding communities.

My goal is to help you understand the home beyond its appearance. I inspect carefully, explain findings in plain English, and put your interests first, so you can make your next decision with greater confidence.

My TREC Professional Inspector License number is 27239

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Our Core Services

Thorough Inspections You Can Trust.

  • Home & Condo Inspection

    Whether you’re buying a home or assessing the condition of your current one, we thoroughly inspect its major systems and components to identify potential concerns, explain our findings clearly, and help you make confident, informed decisions.

  • New Construction inspection

    Even a brand-new home can have issues. We inspect its visible and accessible systems and components, helping you identify concerns to discuss with your builder before closing.

  • Builder Warranty Inspection

    Identify concerns before your builder’s warranty expires. We inspect your home and provide a report with photos to help you document issues and discuss potential warranty repairs with your builder.

  • Pre-Listing Inspection

    Understand your home’s condition before putting it on the market. Our inspection helps you identify concerns, plan repairs, and prepare for buyer questions, reducing surprises during the selling process.

  • Pool Inspections

    We assess your pool and its key components to help uncover potential concerns and give you a clearer picture of its condition.

  • Irrigation Inspection

    We inspect irrigation and sprinkler systems to identify issues, and help protect your property and landscaping.

KNOW BEFORE YOU INVEST

Why Inspect

A home is made up of many systems, and understanding their condition is essential before making one of life’s biggest investments. We help you identify potential concerns and know when expert attention may be needed.

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A modern two-story house with large windows, balconies, and outdoor amenities including a swimming pool, outdoor dining area, and a built-in outdoor kitchen, with trees and a fence surrounding the yard.

A Trained Generalist

We evaluate your home’s major systems to identify concerns and areas that may need further attention

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Protect Your Investment

Our thorough inspections give you the insight you need to make a confident and informed decision.

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How It Works

Simple, Transparent Process.

1

Book Your Inspection

Easy online scheduling at a time that works for you.

2

The Evaluation

We conduct a thorough, unbiased walkthrough of the property.

3

Clear Reporting

Receive a plain-English, detailed digital report with photos.

Report within 24 hours

Reports typically arrive the same evening, always within 24 hrs

Photos & practical recommendations

We help you understand the findings and recommendations

Help after the inspection

We are here for questions or help even after the inspection.

Why Choose Us

Clarity Beyond Appearances

We believe a home inspection should empower you, not overwhelm you. Our approach is built on strict standards and total transparency, ensuring you get the exact information you need to make confident decisions about your home.

Local home inspection information

Understanding Alamo Heights homes

Alamo Heights became a municipality in 1922, with residential development reaching back to the 1890s. Its varied architecture and mature trees are part of the city’s character. We explain the visible condition of accessible systems and components, whether you’re buying, selling, or assessing your current home.

Alamo Heights population7,632U.S. Census Bureau estimate
July 1, 2025 · City limits

Older homes & additions

Alamo Heights developed over several building periods, creating a mix of architectural styles. When considering an older home or an addition, ask which major systems were updated and when. We inspect accessible components, document visible concerns, and explain when specialist evaluation is appropriate.

Trees & exterior conditions

The city’s history reflects a longstanding emphasis on preserving its mature trees. For a home with established landscaping, we examine accessible exterior components and report visible roof, drainage, or vegetation-clearance concerns. If vegetation limits access or visibility, we explain that limitation in the report.

Booking an Alamo Heights inspection

We serve Alamo Heights and nearby San Antonio communities. Share the complete property address and your inspection deadline when booking. Reports arrive within 24 hours of inspection completion, and we answer questions about the findings afterward. Pool and sprinkler inspections can also be requested.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, 2025 population estimate · City of Alamo Heights, residential history and community character.

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Ready to Make an Informed Decision

Don't let uncertainty hold you back. Let us give your future home the complete checkup it deserves.