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The Smart Inspector is a locally owned, TREC-licensed company that performs every home inspection in Irving, TX to the Texas Standards of Practice. Each Irving inspection covers the structure, roof, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and appliances, includes complimentary thermal imaging, and ends with a same-day web-based report and an in-person walkthrough of the findings at the property.
What a home inspection in Irving, TX includes
A buyer’s home inspection in Irving from The Smart Inspector is performed by a Professional Inspector licensed by the Texas Real Estate Commission and follows the TREC Standards of Practice. It is a visual, non-invasive review of the readily accessible systems on the day of the visit, reported on the TREC form with each item marked Inspected, Not Inspected, Not Present or Deficient.
- Structure: foundation, walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows, attic and roof covering
- Electrical service, panels, wiring, outlets and safety devices
- HVAC heating and cooling equipment
- Plumbing supply, drains, fixtures and the water heater
- Built-in appliances
- Grading and drainage around the home
- Thermal imaging of walls and ceilings, included at no charge
Optional systems such as pools, spas, sprinklers and outbuildings are inspected when you add them to the order. For the full breakdown of the standard scope, read what a home inspection covers in Texas.
Local considerations for Irving homes
Irving sits in Dallas County and mixes established neighborhoods with the condos and townhomes of Las Colinas. Those two housing types raise different questions, and our inspectors adjust the visit accordingly.
In the older parts of the city, two items deserve extra attention: the foundation and the sewer line. Much of North Texas sits on expansive clay soil that swells when wet and shrinks when dry, which stresses slabs and underground pipes. Older DFW homes may also have cast-iron or clay sewer lines, and mature trees send roots into pipe joints. A standard inspection cannot see underground, so on an older Irving home we recommend adding a sewer scope inspection. If foundation movement is a concern, a foundation level measurement is also available.
For Las Colinas condos and townhomes, the inspection concentrates on the systems that serve your unit: the electrical panel, HVAC equipment, plumbing, water heater, appliances and interior finishes. Shared components managed by an association are noted where they are visible.
Tip: A sewer scope adds $300 to an Irving inspection and can be scheduled for the same visit. It is the only way to see the condition of the line between the house and the city main.
Buying a newly built home instead? Our Irving new construction inspection page explains final-walkthrough, pre-drywall and 11-month warranty inspections.
Inspection types available in Irving
Most Irving clients book a full buyer’s inspection during the option period, but the same team handles the rest of the ownership cycle:
- Pre-listing inspection for sellers who want to find issues before the buyer’s inspector does
- New construction, pre-drywall and 1-year builder warranty inspections
- Re-inspection of negotiated repairs
- Single component inspection when you only need the roof, foundation or one other system checked
- Duplex and multiplex inspections, one side or both
Add-ons include pool and spa, termite/WDI (required for VA loans), sprinkler, sewer scope and additional structures. Pricing depends on square footage, age and the add-ons you choose; the quote form returns a firm number for the specific property.
What you get with every Irving inspection
Every inspection includes thermal imaging at no extra charge. The infrared camera helps our inspectors spot moisture patterns, missing insulation and overheated electrical components that are invisible to the eye.
Your report is delivered the same day as the inspection. It is web-based and photo-rich, and it uses the TREC report format so your agent and any contractor can read it without translation. Before you leave the property, your inspector walks you through the findings in person; if you cannot attend, the walkthrough happens by phone.
The people doing the work are named on our team page with their TREC license numbers: Forest Ivey (#23646), Brian Cain (#24824), Chris Hudson (#24844), Chris Sarris (#25954) and Tony Razzouk (#26582). You can request a specific inspector when you book, or take the first available.
How to book a home inspection in Irving
Three ways to get on the schedule:
- Book online. Use the booking form to enter the property address, square footage, foundation type and any add-ons.
- Call. Reach the office at (817) 842-0330 and Candice Dubois, our administrator, will coordinate the appointment with your agent.
- Request a quote. Not ready to book? The quote form gives you a price for the exact property.
Frequently asked questions
Do you serve all of Irving, including Las Colinas?
Yes. The Smart Inspector serves every part of Irving, from the established neighborhoods to the condos and townhomes in Las Colinas, along with the rest of Dallas County and the wider Dallas-Fort Worth area. We are based in Arlington, so Irving is a short drive for our inspectors. Enter the property address on the booking form and we will confirm the appointment.
How soon can you inspect a house in Irving?
Availability changes daily, so the fastest way to find an opening is the online booking form, which shows current dates, or a call to (817) 842-0330. Because a Texas option period is short, we suggest booking as soon as your contract is executed. Whatever day you choose, the written report is delivered the same day as the inspection.
Do you inspect new construction homes in Irving?
Yes. We perform final-walkthrough inspections on newly built Irving homes before closing, pre-drywall inspections while the framing and rough-ins are still exposed, and 1-year builder warranty inspections in the eleventh month of ownership. A builder's own quality checks are not a substitute for an independent, TREC-licensed inspector who works only for you.
Can I add a sewer scope to my Irving home inspection?
Yes. A sewer scope is a $300 add-on that can be done during the same visit as the home inspection. A camera is run through the drain line toward the city connection to look for root intrusion, breaks, offsets and low spots. On older Irving homes with cast-iron or clay lines, it is one of the most useful add-ons available.
Ready to schedule? Every inspection includes complimentary thermal imaging, a same-day report and an in-person walkthrough.