Home Inspections, Property Inspections, Real Estate Inspections. Houston - Katy
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What We Do
Complete Structural and Mechanical Inspection
Each residential inspection item listed below is observed for various structural and
operational functions as prescribed by the Texas Real Estate Commission.
Inspection items include:
| Foundations | Grading and drainage | Roof coverings |
| Roof structure (attic) | Walls (interior & exterior) | Ceilings and floors |
| Doors (interior & exterior) | Windows | Fireplace & chimney |
| Porches & decks | Electrical panels & circuits | Heating & air conditioning |
| Ducts & vents | Plumbing | Tubs, commodes, showers |
| Water heaters | Appliances (built in) | Miscellaneous systems |
Price Schedule
For single family homes (subject to change)
Complete structural and mechanical inspection for a
typical single-family home with slab-on-grade foundation:
11 cents per square foot
(minimum fee $299)
add 1% for each year of structure age
(pier & beam foundations slightly higher)
(add $12 transportation surcharge)
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Pro-Tex Property Inspections also provides
3-phase inspection of new residential construction
Phase 1: Pre-Pour Inspection
Price varies with size of home, averaging about $200
Observation of conditions before concrete is poured (for slab-on-grade foundations).
Observations include:
Debris or roots in excavation and integrity of vapor barrier.
Straightness, sleeving, and appropriate spacing of post-tensioning tendons (cables).
Grade beam wall dimensions
Proper sleeving and installation of rough plumbing penetrations
Apparent form brace strength
Proper sill anchor installation and spacing
Rough grading conditions
Reinforcing bar patterns – support – embedment – weather exposure
Water service sizing
Phase 2:
Post-Rough-In (Framing) Inspection
Price Varies with size of home, generally calculated to be 8 ½ cents per square foot, averaging about $225
Observation of conditions after foundation is poured and framing is completed.
Observations include:
Post-pour foundation conditions
Framing quality (grade, flaws, notching & boring, reinforcement techniques)
Load bearing configurations and nailing schedules
Use of joist hangers
Appropriate use of manufactured wood-product components
Plumbing and A/C refrigerant line nail stops
Vent installation conditions (plumbing, dryer, bath, furnace, fireplace)
Rough grading
Phase 3: Final Inspection, Structural and Mechanical
11 cents per square foot
(see top of this page)
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PRO-TEX PROPERTY INSPECTIONS
Prompt, clear, professional home inspection reports.
For Houston area
home inspections
CALL:
281-556-5608
Houston Based
PRO-TEX PROPERTY INSPECTIONS
RICHARD BURGESS
Professional Real Estate Inspector Licensed &
Regulated by the Texas Real Estate Commission.
Houston Home Inspections, Property
Inspection and Real Estate Inspections.
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