A home inspection in Nashville costs $500 to $1,000+ at Insight Home Inspection Services, and the price is set mainly by the square footage of the home. Add-on services such as radon, termite, and sewer scope run $150 to $250 each. Pricing is the same in Nashville as in our other Tennessee markets, so what you pay depends on the size of the house and the add-ons you choose, not the zip code.

Nashville Home Inspection Prices at a Glance

Service Price
Home inspection, under about 1,500 sq ft Starting around $500
Home inspection, 1,500 to 2,500 sq ft Typically $500 to $650
Home inspection, 2,500 to 3,500 sq ft Typically $650 to $850
Home inspection, 3,500+ sq ft $850 to $1,000+
Termite / WDO inspection $150 add-on
Sewer scope $200 add-on
Pool and spa inspection $200 add-on
Air quality testing $200 add-on
Lead paint testing $200 add-on
Well water testing $200 add-on
Radon testing $250 add-on
Mold testing $250 add-on
Pre-drywall or phase inspection Starting at $250

For an exact quote on a specific address, call (615) 436-0606. For the statewide picture, see how much a home inspection costs in Tennessee.

What Drives the Price in the Nashville Market

Square footage comes first. A larger home has more roof, more plumbing, more electrical circuits, and more rooms to document. That is why a 4,000-square-foot home in Brentwood costs more to inspect than a 1,300-square-foot cottage in Donelson.

Age of the home adds work, and usually add-ons. Nashville has century-old homes in East Nashville and Germantown alongside brand new subdivisions. Older Middle Tennessee homes often bring aging foundations and outdated electrical systems, especially in homes built before the 1980s. Many older Nashville neighborhoods also have clay or cast-iron sewer lines that are prone to root intrusion and cracking, which is why buyers of older homes often add the $200 sewer scope. Homes built before 1978 are candidates for lead paint testing.

New construction changes which inspections you buy. Much of the building in Middle Tennessee is happening outside Davidson County, in places like Nolensville, Franklin, Brentwood, and Williamson County, Hendersonville, Gallatin, and Sumner County, and Mt. Juliet, Lebanon, and Wilson County. Buyers of new homes often book a pre-drywall inspection (starting at $250) while the walls are open, then a full inspection before closing. An 11-month warranty inspection is priced the same as a standard home inspection.

Radon is a regional factor. Middle Tennessee sits on limestone bedrock, which allows radon gas to move into homes through foundation cracks and other openings. Insight recommends radon testing on every Nashville home purchase. It is a $250 add-on and uses a 48-hour continuous monitor.

Crawl spaces and humidity. Nashville's humid climate makes crawl spaces, basements, and bathrooms the usual places for moisture and mold. Mold testing is a $250 add-on when the inspector or the buyer sees a reason for it.

What a Typical Nashville Buyer Pays

Your total is the base inspection plus any add-ons you choose. Two examples using the prices above:

  • A mid-size home with radon and termite: $500 to $650 for the inspection, plus $250 and $150.
  • An older home with radon, termite, and a sewer scope: the base inspection for its size, plus $250, $150, and $200.

Booking the add-ons with the inspection means one visit and one report, which keeps the contract timeline on track.

Who Does the Inspection

Nashville inspections are performed by Ben Stahl, an InterNACHI Certified home inspector, and Tony Stahl, a Tennessee licensed home inspector (TN Lic. #3248). Having two inspectors in the market means faster scheduling. Every inspection covers more than 400 items, and the photo report is delivered within 24 hours. You can read more about the team and coverage area on the Nashville home inspection page.

Is the Cheapest Inspector a Good Deal?

Rarely. A thorough inspection of a mid-size home takes 2 to 4 hours. A lower price usually means less time on site and a thinner report. The inspection fee is small next to the repairs it can uncover: the statewide cost guide lists typical repair costs such as $5,000 to $30,000+ for foundation repair and $5,000 to $15,000+ for a main sewer line replacement.

FAQ

How much does a home inspection cost in Nashville, TN?

A home inspection in Nashville from Insight Home Inspection Services costs $500 to $1,000+ depending on the square footage of the home. Add-on services are priced per service: termite/WDO is $150, sewer scope is $200, and radon and mold testing are $250.

Is a home inspection more expensive in Nashville than in the rest of Tennessee?

Not at Insight. Pricing is the same across our Tennessee markets, including Nashville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga. The price depends on the size of the home and the add-on services you choose.

Does it cost more to inspect a home in Franklin, Brentwood, or Mt. Juliet?

No. The same Nashville team covers Williamson, Sumner, and Wilson counties at the same pricing. Homes in those areas are often larger, and larger homes cost more to inspect because of their square footage.

How much does a new construction inspection cost in Nashville?

A full inspection of a new home is priced the same as any other home, $500 to $1,000+ based on square footage. A pre-drywall or phase inspection starts at $250. An 11-month warranty inspection is priced the same as a standard home inspection.

Who pays for the home inspection in Nashville?

The buyer typically pays for the home inspection. It is ordered by the buyer and done for the buyer's benefit. For a pre-listing inspection, the seller pays.

Schedule Your Nashville Inspection

Insight Home Inspection Services has performed over 5,000 inspections across Tennessee since 2014. Our detailed reports cover 400+ items and are delivered within 24 hours.