Yes, Rodent Evaluations are a thing! An extremely important thing as a matter of fact!

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Did you know that Texas home inspectors aren't licensed to perform rodent evaluations?

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It's true.

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A home inspector can certainly point out visible signs of rodent activity if they happen to see them during the inspection. But their primary job is evaluating the home's major systems and components—not conducting a detailed rodent inspection.

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Think about it...

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While they're busy checking the roof, electrical system, foundation, plumbing, HVAC, and hundreds of other items, they're not crawling through the attic looking for every tiny clue that says, "Yep... mice have been throwing parties up here."

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Here's why that matters...

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Rodents aren't just annoying—they can become very expensive.

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They chew electrical wiring, insulation, plumbing, ductwork, and even structural wood. A small rodent problem can quickly turn into thousands of dollars in repairs, and damaged electrical wiring can even increase the risk of a fire.

On top of that, rodents can contaminate insulation and living spaces with urine and droppings, introducing bacteria and other disease-causing organisms that can affect the health of your family.

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That's where HHI is different.

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Because HHI is licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture, we're qualified to perform rodent evaluations as part of our expanded services.

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Our years of experience help us recognize the signs that others may overlook, including droppings, nesting materials, gnaw marks, entry points, rub marks, and other evidence that unwanted guests may have moved in before you did.

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After all, the last thing you want is to close on your dream home... only to discover you've inherited a family of rodents that aren't planning on paying rent.

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At HHI, we believe in giving our clients as much information as possible before they buy.

Because your new home should come with great memories...

...not thousands of dollars in damage and a family of furry squatters.