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Quick answer: Ivy League Home Inspections is a locally owned home inspection company based in Sherman, TX. Owner and inspector Dawson Nitcholas is licensed in both Texas (TREC #25341) and Oklahoma (#70002742), specializes in sewer scope and septic inspections, and usually delivers reports within 24 hours. Call or text 903-815-2560.
🏠 Meet Ivy League Home Inspections: A Home Inspector for North Texas & Southern Oklahoma
If you're buying a home around Lake Texoma, the inspection may be the most important few hours of the whole process. It's your chance to find out what's going on behind the walls, up in the attic, under the house and out in the sewer line before you sign on the dotted line.
That's why we're excited to welcome Ivy League Home Inspections as one of our newest preferred partners here at Love My Texoma Home. Their whole approach comes down to one idea: making sure you know exactly what you're buying.
👋 Who Is Ivy League Home Inspections?
Ivy League Home Inspections is owned and run by Dawson Nitcholas, a licensed professional home inspector who has been serving North Texas and Southern Oklahoma since 2021. Dawson is a homeowner and an investment property owner himself, so he knows firsthand how much it matters to understand a property's true condition before you buy.
He uses tools and methods that meet and go beyond the Texas and Oklahoma Standards of Practice, and he takes the time to walk clients through what he found so every question gets answered before they make a decision. That's what the business means by a "one stop shop": the full home inspection plus the specialty inspections most buyers need, all from one inspector.
📍 Where Ivy League Inspects
Ivy League is based in Sherman and serves Grayson County plus communities across North Texas and Southern Oklahoma, including:
- Sherman, TX and Denison, TX
- Whitesboro, Whitewright, Bells, Tom Bean, Collinsville and Tioga
- Bonham, Telephone and Van Alstyne
- Up into Durant, OK
There are no travel fees in Grayson, Fannin, Cooke, Collin, Hunt, Denton, Bryan and Marshall counties. That covers a big chunk of the Lake Texoma area on both sides of the Red River. If you're not sure your property is in range, give Dawson a call.
🔎 Inspection Services
- Home inspections: Pre-purchase and pre-listing inspections covering the roof, structure, foundation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and more. Dawson also does phase inspections for new construction.
- Sewer scope inspections: A camera goes down the main sewer line to look for blockages, root intrusion, breaks and low spots. This is one of their specialties.
- Septic system inspections: Another specialty, and a big one in rural Texoma. If you're new to septic, our guide to types of septic systems is a good place to start.
- Termite / WDI inspections: Wood-destroying insect inspections, offered alongside your home inspection.
- Pool & spa inspections: Equipment, structure and safety features.
- Aerial drone & roof photos: Dawson is an FAA-certified remote pilot, so he can get a close, safe look at roofs and hard-to-reach areas.
🔦 What an Ivy League Inspection Is Like
A real find from one of Dawson's crawlspace inspections: a dryer vent dumping hot, moist, lint-filled air under the house instead of outside.
That photo is a good example of why inspections matter. A home can look great at a showing and still have problems you'd never see in a 30-minute walkthrough. Dawson's Facebook page is full of finds like this, from crawlspaces and roofs to thermal camera shots of missing insulation hiding inside walls.
- Fast reports: Your detailed report usually arrives within 24 hours, with photos of what he found.
- A walk-through of the findings: Dawson reviews the results with you and answers your questions, so you're not left trying to decode the report on your own.
- Six days a week: Saturday inspections at no extra charge, which helps when your option period is tight.
- Discounts: $25 off for military, first responders, clergy, healthcare workers, teachers and seniors.
Clients on Google regularly mention how thorough and patient Dawson is, and that he follows up after the inspection when questions come up. You can read their Google reviews here.
💡 Tips for Buyers and Sellers
- Buyers: Book your inspector as soon as you're under contract. Option periods move fast. Our article on contingencies when buying a home at Lake Texoma explains how the timing works, and our guide to buying a home in Texoma walks through the rest.
- Rural and lake properties: Ask about adding a septic or sewer scope inspection. These are some of the most expensive surprises a new owner can face.
- Sellers: A pre-listing inspection lets you find and fix issues before buyers do. See our tips on selling your Texoma home.
- Everyone: Don't panic over a long report. Most inspections turn up a list of items, and your agent can help you sort what's a real concern from routine maintenance.
🤝 Why We're Glad to Welcome Ivy League
We want our clients to buy with their eyes open. An inspector who is licensed on both sides of the Red River, specializes in sewer and septic, and takes the time to explain things in plain language is a great fit for the Texoma market. If you're a first-time home buyer, that kind of patience goes a long way.
📞 How to Reach Ivy League Home Inspections
- Phone / text: 903-815-2560
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: ivyleaguehomeinspections.com
- Facebook: Ivy League Home Inspections on Facebook
- Licenses: Texas TREC #25341 · Oklahoma Home Inspector #70002742
Want to see more of the local pros we trust? Visit our Texoma Preferred Lenders & Vendors page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is a good home inspector in Sherman, TX?
Ivy League Home Inspections is a Sherman-based home inspector owned by Dawson Nitcholas. He's licensed in Texas and Oklahoma and serves Sherman, Denison, Durant and the surrounding Texoma area. Call 903-815-2560.
Does Ivy League Home Inspections inspect septic systems and sewer lines?
Yes. Sewer scope and septic inspections are two of their specialties, along with full home, termite/WDI, pool and spa, and drone roof inspections.
Is Ivy League licensed in Oklahoma?
Yes. Dawson holds Texas TREC license #25341 and Oklahoma home inspector license #70002742, so he can inspect homes on both sides of the Red River, including Durant.
How fast will I get my inspection report?
Usually within 24 hours. Dawson also goes over the findings with you so you understand them.
How do I schedule an inspection?
Call or text 903-815-2560, email [email protected], or use the contact form on their website. For pricing, check their website or call for a quote.
You choose: you're never required to use any lender or vendor we feature. Compare options and choose who you're comfortable with. Always confirm an inspector's license with TREC (Texas) or the Construction Industries Board (Oklahoma).
