"From riverfront and lake homes with docks near the north end of Lake Livingston to country properties in the Piney Woods — 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."
Trinity is a small Trinity County town set in the Piney Woods along the Trinity River, just above the north end of Lake Livingston. It's a quiet, affordable corner of East Texas where a historic downtown, river and creek frontage, and lake access draw retirees, weekenders, and country-home buyers alike. The housing ranges from established homes in town to riverfront and lakefront properties with docks, wooded rural acreage, and lake-community homes tucked among the pines. Sunrise Home Inspections, LLC — owned and operated by John Leonard Jr., a State of Texas Certified Real Estate Inspector (TREC License #24516) — serves Trinity and the north Lake Livingston area.
John has inspected the full range of Trinity-area homes, from riverfront and lakefront properties with docks and bulkheads to country homes on septic and well and established houses in town. Because waterfront structures are a Sunrise specialty, buyers here get an inspector who evaluates the docks and shoreline right along with the house — the kind of thoroughness that has earned Sunrise a perfect 5-star Google rating across nearly 100 reviews, with a report delivered within 24 hours.
River and lake country brings challenges an experienced local inspector watches for closely. Docks and bulkheads take constant wear from the water, riverfront and low-lying properties carry moisture and drainage concerns, and lake and country homes — sometimes used seasonally — are prone to mold and deferred upkeep, all on top of the expansive clay soils, septic systems, and heavy storms common across the Piney Woods. As a State of Texas Certified Real Estate Inspector (TREC #24516) whose specialties include waterfront dock inspections and environmental testing for mold, radon, septic, and termites, John gives Trinity 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 Trinity and the north Lake Livingston area:
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 Conroe and serves Trinity and the north end of Lake Livingston — from the historic downtown to the riverfront and lake communities and rural acreage across Trinity County.
Answers to the most common questions Trinity-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 Trinity-area properties often call for.
For an average Trinity-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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