One of the first questions every buyer asks is how much a home inspection costs in Dallas-Fort Worth. Here are real local numbers so you can budget with confidence.

The typical DFW price range

For most single-family homes across the metroplex, a standard inspection runs about $350 to $625. The biggest factor is square footage. A common local breakdown looks like this:

  • Up to 2,000 sq ft: roughly $280 to $390
  • 2,000 to 4,000 sq ft: roughly $390 to $500
  • 4,000 sq ft and up: roughly $500 to $640

Many inspectors price in flat size tiers like these; others figure around $0.10 to $0.15 per square foot. As a rule of thumb, each additional 1,000 square feet adds about $50 to $100.

What else moves the price

  • Age of the home. Older homes take longer to inspect. A DFW home built before 1980 often costs about 10 to 15 percent more than new construction of the same size.
  • Location and travel. Inspections at the far edges of the metroplex can carry a small travel factor.
  • Add-on services. Specialized inspections are priced on top of the base fee.

Common add-on costs

  • Termite / WDI inspection: about $120 to $170. See our guide to WDI inspections.
  • Sewer scope: about $170 to $200, and sometimes closer to $295. More in our sewer scope guide.
  • Pool and spa, radon, or mold testing: each is typically an extra $100 to $200.

Stack a few of these and your total can reach $800 or more, so decide which add-ons actually fit the home you are buying.

Why the cheapest quote is rarely the smartest

A rushed, bargain inspection can miss thousands of dollars in problems. A thorough inspection usually takes two to three hours and produces a detailed, photo-rich report, and that report is what protects your purchase. Relative to the price of a home and the cost of a surprise repair, the fee is small. For more on that math, see is a home inspection worth it.

Getting an exact price

Because pricing depends on your specific property, the only way to know for sure is to ask for a quote on that address. When you are comparing licensed DFW inspectors, Buffalo Property Inspections is one local option that lists pricing and lets you book online.