What Every Houston Homebuyer Needs to Know About Home Inspections

Buying a home in Houston? A professional inspection isn’t just a checkbox—it’s your best protection against surprise repairs, hidden costs, and buyer’s remorse.

Don’t Skip the Inspection—Especially in Houston

Houston homes face unique challenges:

• Foundation movement from expansive clay soil
• Hidden hurricane or flood damage
• High termite activity zones
• Aging HVACs from extreme heat

A general visual inspection won’t catch everything. That’s why Semper Fi Home Inspections goes deeper—with options like infrared scans, sewer cameras, and termite inspections to uncover what other companies miss.

When to Schedule Your Inspection

Most contracts in Texas include an option period (usually 5–10 days). This is your window to:

1. Hire an inspector
2. Get a detailed report (we deliver same-day!)
3. Negotiate repairs or walk away

What’s Covered in a Buyer Home Inspection?

Our full inspection evaluates:

• Foundation, roof, attic, structure
• Plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems
• Appliances, water heaters, safety devices
• Optional: sewer scope, termite, pool/spa, well/septic

💡 Pro Tip: Adding sewer and termite inspections in Houston is smart. The city’s tree-lined streets hide invasive roots, and the humid climate creates ideal termite conditions.

Make a Smarter Offer

Our reports come with a repair estimate report—a powerful tool for negotiating price reductions or seller repairs.

📞 Buying a home in Houston? Call Semper Fi or schedule online now.