"From historic homes near downtown and Sam Houston State to wooded acreage in the Piney Woods and new construction across Walker County — John Leonard Jr. and Sunrise Home Inspections bring a State of Texas certified, roof-to-foundation inspection to every home, with a detailed report within 24 hours."
Huntsville is the seat of Walker County and one of the most storied towns in Southeast Texas — home to Sam Houston State University, the towering 67-foot statue of Sam Houston watching over I-45, a walkable historic downtown square, and the deep Piney Woods that give way to Huntsville State Park and Lake Raven. The housing here is as varied as its history, from stately older homes and university-area rentals to wooded acreage, ranch properties, and the newer subdivisions steadily filling in around the city. Sunrise Home Inspections, LLC — owned and operated by John Leonard Jr., a State of Texas Certified Real Estate Inspector (TREC License #24516) — is based just down I-45 in Conroe and inspects properties throughout Huntsville and Walker County.
John has inspected homes of every kind across the Huntsville area, from century-old houses near the square to wooded homesites, rural acreage with septic systems and wells, and brand-new construction on the city's growing edges. Working directly with the owner on every inspection, clients get his full experience and the “every nook and cranny” thoroughness that has earned Sunrise a perfect 5-star Google rating across nearly 100 reviews. He walks the home with you, explains findings in plain language, and delivers a photo-rich digital report within 24 hours.
Buying or selling in the Huntsville area brings regional challenges an experienced local inspector knows to watch for. Southeast Texas's expansive clay soils and the deep, damp Piney Woods put real stress on foundations, roofs, and crawlspaces, while the hot, humid climate and heavy storms test drainage and attic ventilation year after year. Older homes near downtown can hide outdated wiring and aging HVAC, and rural properties add septic, well, and wood-destroying-insect concerns of their own. As a State of Texas Certified Real Estate Inspector (TREC #24516) who offers everything from comprehensive home inspections to environmental testing for mold, radon, septic, and termites, John gives Huntsville buyers the full, honest picture — call him at 936-521-9205 to schedule.
Every inspection is handled personally by John — thorough, photo-documented, and delivered within 24 hours. Here's what Sunrise offers across Huntsville and Walker County:
A complete top-to-bottom evaluation of the home's structure, systems, and safety — the foundation of every confident purchase.
Docks, boat lifts, piers, and bulkheads on Lake Conroe and Lake Livingston — the structures a standard inspection leaves out.
Mold, radon, septic, termite, and Chinese drywall testing — the health and safety concerns that matter most.
Foundation, structure, grading, and settlement — critical given Southeast Texas's expansive clay soils.
Roof covering, flashing, and attic — your home's first line of defense against Gulf Coast weather.
Commercial buildings, foreclosure evaluations, builder-warranty checks, and new construction inspections.
Real reviews from Conroe-area homeowners who have trusted John and Sunrise Home Inspections with their biggest investment.
"John was absolutely amazing! He was punctual, quick and thorough, also very knowledgeable and such a down to earth genuine guy. The results were emailed in less than an hour after the inspection was completed… super fast! We'll definitely be using him again for the next home inspection coming up."
— Anthony Rasso
Google Review
"We are extremely pleased with the home inspection services provided by Mr. John. His communication was excellent from start to finish. The inspection was very thorough and detailed, and his report was organized and easy to follow. We really appreciated his strong focus on safety. Highly recommend Mr. John!"
— Crystal Hill
Google Review
"John was professional, honest, and incredibly thorough. I was working on a very tight option-period timeline, and he went above and beyond by delivering my full inspection report in under 12 hours. I would highly recommend Sunrise to my family, friends, and anyone in need of a reliable, trustworthy home inspector!"
— Anabel T.
Google Review
Sunrise Home Inspections is based in nearby Conroe and serves Huntsville and all of Walker County — from the historic downtown square and the Sam Houston State University area to the wooded homesites, lake properties, and new subdivisions across the region.
Answers to the most common questions Huntsville-area homeowners ask before scheduling a home inspection.
A Sunrise comprehensive inspection is a complete top-to-bottom evaluation of the home's roof, foundation, structure, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, attic, and interior and exterior — performed by a State of Texas Certified Real Estate Inspector. Every finding is documented with photos and explained in plain language.
Yes. Beyond the standard home inspection, John offers waterfront dock and pier inspections plus environmental testing for mold, radon, septic, termite, and Chinese drywall — the specialized services Huntsville-area properties often call for.
For an average Huntsville-area home, plan on a few hours on-site. Larger homes, waterfront, or older properties may take longer. John never rushes — he checks every nook and cranny.
Yes — John encourages it. He personally walks the home with you, so you can see findings firsthand, ask questions in real time, and get honest advice as he goes.
Your detailed digital report — with photos and structural summaries — is typically emailed within 24 hours, and often sooner. On tight option-period timelines, John has delivered reports in under 12 hours.
Yes — John Leonard Jr. is a State of Texas Certified Real Estate Inspector (TREC #24516). The fastest way to schedule is to call 936-521-9205 or use the form on our contact page.
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