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A home inspection in Plano, TX from The Smart Inspector is carried out by a Professional Inspector licensed by the Texas Real Estate Commission. The locally owned company inspects the foundation, roof, attic, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and appliances on every Plano home, includes thermal imaging at no charge, and delivers a same-day web report reviewed with you in person.
What a home inspection in Plano, TX covers
Our Plano inspections are performed to the TREC Standards of Practice, the state-defined minimum scope for a Texas home inspection. The inspector walks the roof where safe, enters the attic, opens the electrical panel, runs the heating and cooling, tests plumbing fixtures and operates the built-in appliances, then documents each item on the TREC report form as Inspected, Not Inspected, Not Present or Deficient.
What the standard inspection does not include is just as important to understand: underground sewer lines, invasive testing, lab sampling and code compliance are all outside the scope unless arranged separately. See what a home inspection covers in Texas for the complete list.
Local considerations for Plano homes
Plano is a mature Collin County suburb, and a large share of its housing dates from the 1970s through the 1990s. Homes of that age are well built and well located, but three systems come up again and again in our Plano reports.
| Concern | What the standard inspection does | Optional add-on |
|---|---|---|
| Sewer line | Runs fixtures and checks visible drains for leaks and slow flow; cannot see underground | Sewer scope camera inspection, $300 |
| Foundation | Looks for cracks, separation, sloping floors and sticking doors that signal movement on clay soil | Measure foundation level, $100 |
| HVAC age | Operates the system, checks temperature differential, notes equipment age and condition | None needed; thermal imaging is already included |
Cast-iron and clay drain lines were common in the era much of Plano was built, and mature trees send roots into the joints. That is why our Plano sewer scope page exists, and why we recommend the add-on on most homes here older than a few decades.
The expansive clay soil under North Texas moves with moisture and stresses slabs, so foundation performance and drainage get close attention, and a foundation inspection can be booked on its own if that is the only question. Hot summers work air conditioning hard, and hail events wear on roof coverings; both are part of every Plano inspection.
Plano still has new construction as well, and our Plano new construction inspection page covers those homes.
About the phrase certified home inspectors
Licensed, not just certified: Texas does not certify home inspectors; it licenses them through the Texas Real Estate Commission. The word certified usually refers to a voluntary trade-association designation. Every inspector at The Smart Inspector holds a TREC Professional Inspector license, the highest license class the state issues, and you can verify each one on the TREC license lookup.
If you are comparing companies, our guide to the difference between a certified and a licensed home inspector explains what to look for.
What you get from The Smart Inspector in Plano
Thermal imaging is included with every Plano inspection. The infrared camera makes moisture behind drywall, missing attic insulation and hot electrical connections visible, and on an older home it often points the inspector toward problems that would otherwise go unnoticed.
The report is delivered the same day. It is web-based and photo-rich, and it follows the TREC form so your agent can turn deficiencies into a repair request without reformatting. Your inspector walks you through the findings in person at the house, or by phone if you cannot attend.
The inspectors are Forest Ivey (TREC #23646), Brian Cain (#24824), Chris Hudson (#24844), Chris Sarris (#25954) and Tony Razzouk (#26582), all profiled on the team page. Request one by name on the booking form or take the first available.
How to book a home inspection in Plano
- Book online. The booking form asks for the address, square footage, foundation type, loan type and add-ons, and shows open dates.
- Call the office. (817) 842-0330 reaches Candice Dubois, our administrator, who schedules the visit and coordinates access with the seller’s agent.
- Get a quote. The quote form returns a price based on the specific property and add-ons.
Frequently asked questions
Do you serve all of Plano and the neighboring cities?
Yes. The Smart Inspector serves every part of Plano along with Frisco, McKinney, Dallas and the rest of Collin and Dallas counties, as part of a Dallas-Fort Worth service area covering more than 100 communities. Our inspectors are based in Arlington and cover the Metroplex daily. Put the Plano address on the booking form and we will confirm the date.
How quickly can you inspect a home in Plano?
Open dates are listed on the online booking form, and the office can check availability by phone at (817) 842-0330. Because a Texas option period is short, we recommend booking the day your contract is executed. The report is delivered the same day as the inspection, so an inspection early in the option period leaves time to negotiate.
Can I add a sewer scope to my Plano home inspection?
Yes, and on a Plano home from the 1970s, 1980s or 1990s we recommend it. The sewer scope is a $300 add-on performed during the same visit. A camera travels through the main drain line to reveal root intrusion, breaks, offsets and low spots. Repairs to a failed line are expensive, and the scope is the only way to see its condition before closing.
Do you inspect new construction homes in Plano?
Yes. Although Plano is largely built out, new homes are still being completed, and we inspect them at the pre-drywall stage, at the final walkthrough before closing, and again at the 11-month mark before the builder's warranty ends. You have the right to hire your own independent inspector for a new build, and the builder's internal checks are not a substitute.
Ready to schedule? Every inspection includes complimentary thermal imaging, a same-day report and an in-person walkthrough.