# Home Inspector in Scottsdale, AZ - Link: https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/home-inspector-scottsdale-az/ - Published: 2026-10-25T02:27:01+00:00 - Author: homeinspectordan Serving Scottsdale, Arizona # Home Inspector in Scottsdale, AZ Certified Master Inspector Dan Pierce, based in Gilbert and about 30 minutes from Scottsdale. Termite inspection included at no extra charge. Report in 24 hours. Locally owned in Gilbert [ Book Online ](https://app.spectora.com/home-inspectors/my-inspection-company-f8d6dbae4e/schedule) [ Call 623-399-0079 ](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/home-inspector-scottsdale-az/6233990079) ## Scottsdale home inspections Looking for a home inspector in Scottsdale, AZ? Property Inspections Plus is based in Gilbert, about 30 minutes from Old Town, and we inspect homes all over Scottsdale, from 1950s ranch homes in south Scottsdale to custom estates in the north. Every inspection is done by Dan Pierce, a Certified Master Inspector, with a termite inspection included and a report in 24 hours. * Full home inspection by a Certified Master Inspector * Termite (WDO) inspection included at no extra charge * 1-year termite warranty through Firehouse Pest Control in Gilbert (if no active termites are found) * Detailed report with photos within 24 hours * Optional sewer camera, thermal imaging, pool and spa add-ons ![Home inspector in Scottsdale, AZ - Property Inspections Plus, Certified Master Inspector Dan Pierce](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/ 10/Home-Inspector-in-Scottsdale-AZ-Property-Inspections-Plus.jpg) ### Why Property Inspections Plus Gilbert-based and locally owned. Every inspection is done by Dan himself, and he walks you through the findings so you know what matters and what can wait. [ See pricing ](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/inspection-services/) [Read our reviews](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/reviews/)  •  [Meet Dan](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/home-inspector-dan/) Local history ## A short history of Scottsdale Scottsdale is named for Winfield Scott, an Army chaplain who bought land here in 1888 and promoted the area to new settlers. For decades it was a small farming town of citrus groves and cotton fields. It incorporated as a city in 1951, and its “ West’s Most Western Town” slogan still shows in Old Town’s covered walkways and western storefronts. Frank Lloyd Wright built his winter home and school, Taliesin West, in the foothills in 1937. Resorts and golf followed, and by the 1970s and 1980s Scottsdale had grown north into master-planned communities like McCormick Ranch, Gainey Ranch and, later, DC Ranch and Troon. Housing market ## Scottsdale homes, then and now Scottsdale’s housing changes as you drive north. South Scottsdale is full of 1950s and 60s block ranch homes, many with flat or low-slope roofs and decades of remodels. Central Scottsdale has 1970s and 80s master-planned neighborhoods with golf, greenbelts and HOAs. North Scottsdale is newer, larger and more custom, with hillside lots, desert landscaping and resort-style backyards. That range is why a Scottsdale inspection rarely looks the same twice. A south Scottsdale flip and a North Scottsdale custom home need very different attention, and the price of missing something goes up with the size of the house. What I look for ## Common home inspection issues in Scottsdale * **Flat and foam roofs.** Santa Fe and pueblo-style homes use flat roofs with parapet walls. Foam roofs need their coating kept up, and ponding water, cracked parapets and clogged scuppers are common. * **Older plumbing in south Scottsdale.** Original galvanized supply lines and cast iron or clay drain lines show up in 1950s and 60s homes. A [sewer camera scan](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/sewer-camera-inspection/) is a smart add-on. * **Pools, spas and outdoor kitchens.** Pumps, heaters, GFCI protection, barrier fencing and gas lines at fire features and outdoor kitchens all get checked. * **Large and complex systems.** Multiple AC units, zoned ductwork, tankless water heaters, recirculation pumps and smart-home controls mean more to test and more that can fail. * **Remodel quality.** Older Scottsdale homes are often heavily remodeled. I look closely at wiring, venting and plumbing hidden behind new finishes. * **Termites.** Scottsdale is termite country like the rest of the Valley. Every inspection includes a [termite (WDO) inspection](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/termite-inspection/). **From the inspection blog:** * [How a rooftop AC install damaged the roof](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/rooftop-hvac-unit-roof-damage/) * [Real roof repair or just a paint job?](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/roof-repair-second-opinion-painted-tiles/) On video ## Carpenter bees and foam roofs in Scottsdale Foam roofs are common in Scottsdale, and they need their coating kept up. Here is what happens when carpenter bees find a weak spot. [Watch on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YknO5Y8pAiQ). After the inspection ## Where to eat, drink and explore in Scottsdale * **The Sugar Bowl** – An Old Town ice cream parlor that has been scooping since the 1950s. A Scottsdale classic. * **Rusty Spur Saloon** – A small, lively country bar in Old Town with live music most days. * **The Mission** – Modern Latin food across from the Old Adobe Mission in Old Town. * **Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market** – Saturday mornings with local growers, bakers and food vendors. _Hours and menus change, so check before you go._ Find more local events and news on the [City of Scottsdale](https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov) website. FAQ ## Scottsdale home inspection FAQ ### Do you inspect homes in North Scottsdale? Yes. We inspect all of Scottsdale, including North Scottsdale, Troon, DC Ranch, McCormick Ranch and south Scottsdale. ### Should I get a sewer scan on an older Scottsdale home? For homes built before the 1980s, yes. Older cast iron and clay lines can crack, sag or fill with roots, and repairs can run thousands of dollars. ### Do you inspect foam roofs? Yes. I walk roofs whenever it is safe and look at coating condition, ponding, parapets and drainage. ### Do you inspect remodeled ranch homes? Yes. A lot of south Scottsdale ranch homes have been opened up and remodeled. I look at how the new work ties into the old: roof lines, the electrical panel, plumbing and drainage. ## Nearby areas we serve Based in Gilbert, we inspect homes all over Arizona. See our [home inspections in Gilbert, AZ](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/), the full list of [service areas](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/service-areas/), or nearby cities: [Paradise Valley](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/home-inspector-paradise-valley-az/)• [Fountain Hills](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/home-inspector-fountain-hills-az/)• [Tempe](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/home-inspector-tempe-az/)  •  [Phoenix](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/home-inspector-phoenix-az/) ## Ready to book your inspection? From Old Town and south Scottsdale ranch homes to McCormick Ranch and the custom homes up north, book online or call and we’ll find a time that works. [ Book Online ](https://app.spectora.com/home-inspectors/my-inspection-company-f8d6dbae4e/schedule) [ Call 623-399-0079 ](https://propertyinspectionsplus.com/home-inspector-scottsdale-az/6233990079)