"From new master-planned communities to rural acreage estates — SAFE brings a builder's eye and photo-rich reports to every Northlake home."
Northlake is one of Denton County's fastest-growing towns — a community reinventing itself around popular new master-planned developments like Harvest and Pecan Square while still holding on to the rural, wide-open acreage that has long defined it. Served by the sought-after Northwest ISD and drawing families who want brand-new homes with modern amenities, Northlake has become one of the most active new-construction markets in North Texas. SAFE Property Inspections, based nearby in Colleyville, inspects homes and commercial properties throughout Northlake.
Owner Rick Warner brings a builder's eye that's tailor-made for a new-construction hotspot like Northlake. A TREC-licensed Professional Inspector (#25917) and CCPIA-Certified Commercial Property Inspector who personally led a 16-lot residential development in nearby Colleyville, Rick knows exactly how new homes are built — and where defects and unfinished work tend to hide, even in a beautiful new build. He documents everything with photos and explains it plainly.
Northlake's new and rural homes each carry their own concerns. North Texas's expansive clay soils stress even brand-new foundations and slabs, new construction can hide builder defects behind fresh paint and trim, and acreage properties may rely on septic and well systems worth a careful look. An independent inspection — especially a pre-drywall, final, or 11-month warranty inspection on a new build — catches issues while they're still the builder's job. Call or text Rick at 817-657-4736 to schedule your Northlake inspection.
Every inspection is handled personally by Rick — thorough, photo-documented, and explained in plain language. Here's what SAFE offers across Northlake and North Texas:
A complete top-to-bottom evaluation of the home's structure, systems, and safety — the foundation of every confident purchase.
Selling? Know what buyers will find before they do, and negotiate from a position of strength.
Independent inspections that catch builder defects before closing or before your warranty expires — on their dime, not yours.
CCPIA-certified inspections for offices, retail, light commercial, and multi-family — protecting high-dollar transactions.
Camera-scoping the main line for damage, blockages, and root intrusion — a specialty few inspectors offer.
Infrared scanning that reveals hidden moisture, energy loss, and electrical hot spots the eye can't see.
Real reviews from North Texas clients who have trusted Rick and SAFE Property Inspections with their biggest investment.
"Rick is great with first time buyers! He explains things thoroughly and gives them a home maintenance book. His reports are the most detailed I have seen and they make it easy to ask for repairs. He is a very likeable guy! Plus, he is one of the few inspectors you will find that can scope the plumbing lines. I highly recommend Rick Warner for your next home inspection!"
— Michelle Quant
North Texas
"Rick knows the inspection business and does a really thorough job of making sure that a home owner knows exactly what needs to be done to get the house sold. He also comes at it from an engineer's perspective, so he is even more detailed. Commercial property buyers and sellers are even more protected in their high-dollar transactions. You will be glad you had Rick evaluate your property."
— Darrell Glen
North Texas
"Rick Werner is the best! We really appreciate all the care and attention to detail he took while inspecting our new home. I was really impressed with how thorough the inspection was and photos taken along the way, the services are outstanding! Thank you Rick! -Sarah and Troy"
— Sarah Moore
North Texas
Based in Colleyville and serving Northlake plus the surrounding North Texas communities — from the Mid-Cities to Fort Worth, Southlake, Keller, and beyond.
Answers to the most common questions Northlake-area homeowners ask before scheduling a home inspection.
A SAFE inspection is a complete top-to-bottom evaluation of the home's foundation, structure, roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, attic, and interior and exterior — following TREC standards. Every finding is documented with photos and explained in plain language.
For an average Northlake-area home, plan on about 2 to 4 hours on-site, depending on the size, age, and condition of the property. Rick never rushes — he takes the time the home needs.
Yes — Rick encourages it. He walks the home with you so you can see findings firsthand, ask questions in real time, and get honest advice about repairs as he goes.
Quickly. You'll receive a detailed, photo-rich report in plain language — typically within 24 hours — so you're never left waiting when you have decisions and deadlines.
Yes. Rick Warner is a TREC-Licensed Professional Inspector (#25917) and CCPIA-Certified Commercial Property Inspector, based in Colleyville, with PMP-certified discipline and a builder's background.
The fastest way is to call or text Rick directly at 817-657-4736, or use the form on our contact page. We'll find a time that fits your closing timeline.
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