"From the custom estates surrounding Southlake Town Square to the newer luxury builds throughout Carroll ISD — SAFE brings a builder's eye and same-day photo-rich reports to one of North Texas's most prestigious addresses."
Southlake is one of the most prestigious addresses in all of Texas — an affluent Tarrant County city built around the upscale shopping and dining of Southlake Town Square and anchored by the nationally-ranked Carroll ISD, home of the Dragons. Its housing is defined by large custom estates on generous lots, gated luxury communities, and meticulously maintained neighborhoods that regularly place Southlake among the wealthiest and most sought-after suburbs in the country. SAFE Property Inspections, based just minutes away in Colleyville, inspects homes and commercial properties throughout Southlake and across North Texas.
Owner Rick Warner brings exactly the right background to Southlake's high-end housing stock. A TREC-licensed Professional Inspector (#25917) and CCPIA-Certified Commercial Property Inspector, Rick led a 16-lot residential land development in neighboring Colleyville and carries a true builder's eye into every inspection. He understands how large custom homes are actually put together — and where, even in a luxury build, corners can get cut. He believes an inspection should leave you with real understanding, not just a checklist.
Even Southlake's finest homes face the regional challenges of North Texas. The area's expansive clay soils swell and shrink with the seasons, stressing the foundations and slabs beneath large, heavy custom homes, while brutal summers and spring storms test roofs, drainage, and multi-zone HVAC systems. Bigger homes also mean more to inspect — pools and spas, extensive electrical and plumbing, outdoor kitchens, and sewer lines running beneath elaborate landscaping — each a place problems can hide.
Whether you're buying a custom estate, selling before you list, or need an independent look at new construction, SAFE gives you a licensed, commercially-certified inspector who personally walks the home with you, documents every finding with photos, and explains it in plain language. When you're investing at Southlake's level, thoroughness and local expertise matter. Call or text Rick at 817-657-4736 to schedule your Southlake inspection.
Every inspection is handled personally by Rick — thorough, photo-documented, and explained in plain language. Here's what SAFE offers across Southlake 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 Southlake plus the surrounding North Texas communities — from the Mid-Cities to Fort Worth, Southlake, Keller, and beyond.
Answers to the most common questions Southlake-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 Southlake-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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