Got a big repair estimate?
Get a second opinion first.

TrueNest sends a certified expert to your home to tell you exactly what you need — and what you don't. No sales pressure. No contractor agenda. Just the truth.

$500 flat fee · Austin, TX · Same-week availability

Certified inspectorsNo contractor upsell$500 flat fee
Friendly TrueNest inspector greeting homeowners at front door of an Austin Texas home

Certified Experts

Licensed, certified inspectors for every trade

Truly Independent

We never do the repairs — that's the whole point

Written Reports

Same-day findings delivered in writing, every time

How it works

Three simple steps from worry to clarity.

1

Submit your request

Tell us what you were quoted and by whom. We'll call you within one business day.

2

Inspector visits your home

A certified, independent expert inspects the specific system in question. No sales pitch.

3

Get your report

Same-day written report with our findings, recommendations, and what the work should actually cost.

Our services

Every assessment is performed by a certified, independent expert — never by someone who profits from the repair.

Foundation Assessment

Got an $8K–$25K pier estimate?

PE/SE or certified inspector

$500

HVAC Assessment

Told you need a full replacement ($8–15K)?

NATE certified technician

$500

Roofing Assessment

Post-storm, told you need full replacement?

Licensed roofing inspector

$500

Plumbing Assessment

Big re-pipe or slab leak estimate?

Licensed master plumber

$500

Sewer Scope

Pre-purchase, older home, mature trees?

Camera tech + licensed plumber

$500

Mold / Allergen Testing

Visible mold, musty smell, remediation quote?

Certified Mold Inspector (CMI)

$400

Electrical Assessment

Told panel needs replacement ($3–8K)?

Licensed electrician

$500

Multi-Service Bundle (any 2)

Pre-purchase buyers — best value. Two certified inspectors, one visit.

$799

All reports delivered same day in writing. Report includes our findings, what we recommend, and what we estimate the work should cost if it is needed.

The problem with contractor estimates

The problem

Every contractor who gives you a free estimate has a financial incentive to find something wrong.

A foundation company that also does repairs. A roofing company that also does installations. Their diagnosis and their invoice go hand in hand.

That doesn't make them dishonest. It makes them human.

The TrueNest solution

TrueNest inspectors never perform the work. That's not a limitation — it's the whole point.

Our only job is to tell you what your home actually needs. If the answer is "nothing," that's what we'll say.

We have been doing this long enough to know the difference between a $25 part and a $15,000 job.

$500

Flat fee, no surprises

Same week

Average availability

100%

Reports delivered in writing

What Austin homeowners are saying

"TrueNest told us our foundation was fine. The original company quoted us $18,000. We paid $500 and saved $17,500."

Sarah M., South Austin

"Our HVAC company said we needed a full replacement. TrueNest found a $200 capacitor issue. Same-day report, couldn't be happier."

Mark T., Cedar Park

"Our realtor recommended TrueNest before we closed. Found a small sewer issue that saved us from a big negotiation fight. Worth every penny."

Jennifer L., Westlake

Real estate agents and home inspectors

TrueNest is built for referrals. If your client just got a scary estimate, we'll give them the honest answer fast.

Real Estate Agents

  • Send your clients to TrueNest before or after inspection to verify specific trade estimates.
  • Co-branded report option available — your name alongside ours on every report.
  • Most reports completed within 48 hours of booking.

Home Inspectors

  • You flag it. We verify it. Refer clients who need a trade-specific second opinion.
  • TrueNest does not compete with general home inspection. We go deeper on specific systems.
  • Simple referral link — you send, we handle the rest.

Serving Austin and surrounding areas

TrueNest currently serves the Austin MSA. Expanding to additional Texas markets in 2026.

Austin

Round Rock

Cedar Park

Pflugerville

Georgetown

Kyle

Buda

Lakeway

Leander

Bee Cave

Dripping Springs

Hutto

Don't see your area? and we'll let you know when we reach you.

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