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The Smart Inspector performs home inspections in Celina, Texas, with a team of TREC-licensed Professional Inspectors based in Dallas-Fort Worth. A home inspection Celina TX buyers book with us follows the TREC Standards of Practice and always includes complimentary thermal imaging, a same-day web-based report and an in-person review of the findings at the house.
What a home inspection in Celina includes
Whether the house is a resale or a build that was finished last week, the scope of a home inspection Celina TX buyers receive is the same. Our inspectors evaluate the readily accessible systems of the home visually and non-invasively, then document every item on the TREC Property Inspection Report form as Inspected, Not Inspected, Not Present, or Deficient.
- Foundation, framing, roof covering, attic and the building envelope
- Electrical service, panel, wiring and outlets
- Heating and air conditioning equipment and ductwork
- Plumbing supply and drains, water heater and fixtures
- Built-in appliances and the garage door
- Grading and drainage around the house
- Irrigation, pools and spas, and outbuildings when present and requested
Thermal imaging is part of every walk-through at no extra charge. The complete list of systems is on our page about what a home inspection covers in Texas.
Local considerations for Celina homes
Celina, in northern Collin County, is one of the fastest-growing new-construction areas in North Texas. Most of the homes our inspectors see here are new or nearly new, and that changes the questions a buyer should be asking. A house that has never been lived in has never been tested. Roof flashing, attic ventilation, HVAC charge, plumbing connections and drainage grading all get their first real check when someone independent looks at them.
That is why phase inspections and 11-month inspections are especially relevant in Celina. A pre-drywall inspection looks at framing, wiring and plumbing before the walls close them in for good. A final inspection catches what was missed before you sign. And an 11-month builder warranty inspection documents anything the builder should fix while the one-year warranty is still in force. The details for all three are on our Celina new construction inspection page.
New homes in Celina sit on the same expansive Blackland Prairie clay as the rest of the region. It swells when wet and shrinks when dry, so how the lot drains and how the slab is performing in its first year are worth watching. Our roundup of common new construction defects in DFW shows what tends to turn up.
Three inspection points for a new Celina home
Buyers who inspect at each stage are the ones who get the most from the builder’s warranty. Here is how the sequence usually runs.
- Pre-drywall. Once framing, rough electrical and rough plumbing are in but before insulation and drywall, the inspector documents anything that will be hidden forever once the walls go up.
- Final, before closing. A full home inspection Celina TX buyers can hand to the builder at the blue-tape walkthrough, with photos of each deficiency.
- Eleventh month. A complete re-check of the house after it has been through a Texas summer, timed so the builder repairs items under warranty rather than out of your pocket.
You can book all three or any one of them. Each produces its own same-day report.
What every Celina inspection comes with
Standard on every inspection: thermal imaging at no added cost, a same-day web-based report with photos, and an in-person walkthrough of the findings with your inspector. Cannot attend? Your inspector reviews the report with you by phone instead.
Every inspection in Celina is carried out by a Professional Inspector licensed by the Texas Real Estate Commission. Our team is Forest Ivey (TREC #23646), who founded the company in 2019, along with Brian Cain (TREC #24824), Chris Hudson (TREC #24844), Chris Sarris (TREC #25954) and Antoine Razzouk, known as Tony (TREC #26582). Their backgrounds are on the team page, and you can request any one of them by name when you schedule.
The company is BBB Accredited with an A+ rating and has more than 250 Google reviews. Our inspectors are known for being thorough to the point of picky, and for explaining what they found in language a first-time buyer can follow.
Home inspection Celina TX: how to book
Schedule through the online booking form, which lets you select the inspection type (full, new construction, pre-drywall or 1-year warranty), pick an inspector and add extras such as a sprinkler check or pool inspection. If you would rather call, (817) 842-0330 reaches Candice Dubois, who handles scheduling. For a price before you commit, use the quote form. Fees depend on square footage, the age of the home and the add-ons you choose.
Frequently asked questions
Do you serve Celina, TX?
Yes. Celina is one of the 20 cities with a dedicated service page from The Smart Inspector, and our inspectors travel to northern Collin County regularly for new construction and resale inspections. We also cover the neighboring communities of Prosper, Frisco and McKinney. Book online with a Celina address or call (817) 842-0330 and we will confirm coverage and availability.
How soon can you inspect a house in Celina?
The online booking form shows current openings for each inspector, so you can see the earliest available date right away. For builder deadlines that cannot move, call (817) 842-0330 and our administrator will work to fit the inspection in ahead of your walkthrough. The report itself is never a bottleneck: it is delivered the same day the inspection is done.
Do you inspect new construction homes in Celina?
Yes, and it is the majority of what we do in Celina. We offer pre-drywall inspections while the framing and rough-ins are exposed, a final inspection before closing, and an 11-month inspection before the builder's warranty expires. Texas does not require any of these, and you are entitled to hire your own inspector regardless of what the builder's team has already checked.
Can I add a sewer scope to a Celina inspection?
Yes. Sewer scope is a $300 add-on on the booking form and can be included with any home inspection Celina TX buyers book, new build or resale. A standard home inspection does not include the underground sewer line, and even a brand-new home can have a crushed, bellied or poorly joined line from construction. Ask your inspector whether it is worth it for the specific property.
Ready to schedule? Every inspection includes complimentary thermal imaging, a same-day report and an in-person walkthrough.