Inspecting Homes in the Greater Houston Area

Locally Owned and Operated with Over 38 Years of Experience

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1st Rate Inspections, Texas

We believe in true family values. We believe that everyone deserves a home to live their own American dream. We believe that your home should be safe, sound, and secure. We are guided by key values: Integrity, Professionalism , and Service before self striving to exceed all expectations. We are solidified by old fashioned home-style customer care. Our honest and informative approach has made us one of the most referred and respected companies in the industry. We easily maintain a 4.9 star rating across the board, but constantly strive for 5. We are here to educate, guide, and protect people, as they pass through the stresses and pitfalls of home purchases both now and for generations to come. Let our vision open the door to your dream.

Residential Inspection

An inspector standing on a ladder and observing a roof vent pipe during a home inspection

Mold

Home Tips

WE OFFER OVER $100,000
IN COVERAGE ON EVERY INSPECTION!

Additional Inspection Services

Mold

Pool and Spa

Sprinkler System

Termite and Wood Destroying Insects

Schedule Your Inspection Today!

Additional Inspection Services

Mold

Pool and Spa

Sprinkler System

Termite and Wood Destroying Insects

Schedule Your Inspection Today!

Our Guarantee

1st Rate Inspections is your one stop shop for all home inspection services. As a family owned and operated business, we guarantee reliable inspections with our 24-hour answering service and 48-hour turnaround time.

We proudly serve Houston, Cypress, Spring, Katy, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, and surrounding areas.

Learn more about our 200% Guarantee!

*48-Hour Turnaround guarantee Monday-Friday

Our Warranties

90 Day Inspection Warranty

Sewer Guard Warranty

5 Year Roof Protection

Mold Warranty

18-Month Warranty

What Customers Have to Say About 1st Rate Inspections

1st Rate Inspections

4.9

Based on 1260 reviews

D Flan

00:57 25 May 22

My clients were very satisfied with the 1st Rate Inspections crew. Very professional and efficient. The office was very quick and responsive when we set up the appointment. Highly recommended!

ANA AMEZCUA

19:27 18 May 22

It is always great working with 1st Rate Inspections. The way they do their job is very professional and they find what needs to be found without scaring the buyers/sellers off. Their reports are easy to read and understand. I keep recommending them.

Sara Chambers

02:03 16 May 22

Our inspector was Bruce Kolambel. He was punctual, professional, very thorough and friendly. He went through his findings with us after he finished, made sure we understood everything and answered all our questions. My husband and I both appreciated his professionalism and would hire him again if needed.

Andrew Rivera

00:47 13 May 22

Rodney was such a nice & professional type of guy ! He made me feel comfortable and calm throughout the whole experience, telling me things I needed to know before purchasing my first home ! He made me even more excited about purchasing my first home. I thought I knew what was going on but he saw and pointed out many things that I missed! 1st rate inspectors & Rodney did a really good job with my inspection. Definitely would recommend & use them in the future if necessary.

Racheal B

01:13 27 Apr 22

Absolutely the best! Emailed after 5:00pm on a Friday and the called right away!!! I was so impressed. I got my inspection scheduled the very next Monday at 8:30am!! Extremely fast. The report was amazing and so very detailed. It saved me from buying a house with too much work. I would go to them again in a heartbeat!! So polite and professional

Shannon McInnis

19:53 25 Apr 22

It was recommended to call 1st rate inspection so we did in what a joyWithin in seconds of logging on to the website I had a question so I called the young lady that answered the phone was very helpful If that wasn't enough when Dave Phiip Showed up at the house for the inspection he was a joy. He was professional,courteous, funny,witty, detailed,through. And explained everything so understood. Most definitely will recommend 1st Rate and of course DaveThank you

Keith Green

11:20 30 Mar 22

Very professional very informative all around great experience

C.J. Eisenbarth Hager

16:24 20 Mar 22

Excellent service. Easy to set up an appointment online. Lots of appointment options.

DrDanJohnson

16:26 25 Feb 22

Our inspector found problems and saved us from making a huge mistake. Highly recommend.

Brian Rutecki

21:08 23 Feb 22

Very professional inspection

Clara Mason

18:43 27 Dec 21

THE INSPECTION WAS VERY THOROUGH AND INFORMATIVE.

Maria Gabriela Araujo

00:33 26 Jan 20

Very easy to schedule an inspection. Michael, the inspector was very meticulous on the task and very thorough summarizing his findings. Highly recommended for such important process of buying a new home!

Priscilla Garcia

20:49 11 Jan 20

Very easy to schedule and affordable. Provided a great and detailed report, that was helpful and needed during the process of purchasing our home. Highly recommend 1st Rate Inspections!

Terri Lowe

01:40 12 Dec 19

We had an inspection done in a house we are buying and they were really great. The inspector was nice and very thorough. He answered all our questions. Price is very reasonable. I would definitely call them again if we ever need an inspection.

Brooke Petroski

01:27 23 Nov 19

Very thorough, professional and compliant with any and all requests. I appreciated the friendly communication and felt comfortable asking all the questions I needed to understand. The only thing left was that the trim was not secured back for the crawl space.

Guadalupe hernandez

23:59 16 Nov 19

Loved the service From the moment I called! Was able to get an appointment right away, the inspector Dave was amazing! He was very knowledgeable, thorough and took the time to discus in clear detail everything. Everyone I had contact with from 1st Rate is very kind, welcoming and willing to help! Thank you so much and keep up the excellent customer care!

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