State Inspections in Houston, TX

Payne's Automotive is an official TX State Inspection and Emissions Testing Facility, offering comprehensive vehicle inspections, including brakes, lights, emissions, and more. As an approved Air Check TX program facility, they can diagnose and repair emission-related issues and provide assistance for qualifying vehicle owners.

Payne's Automotive is an official TX State Inspection Facility and an official TX Emissions Testing Facility. We are an approved facility in the Air Check TX program and can diagnose and repair any problems identified during your inspection. A current Proof of Insurance is required and our inspection hours are Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM.

Items checked during an inspection:

  • Brakes
  • Beam Indicator
  • Evidence of Financial Responsibility
  • Exhaust Emissions System
  • Exhaust System
  • Gas caps
  • Head Lamps
  • Horn
  • License Plate Lamp
  • Mirror
  • Motor, Serial, or Vehicle Identification Number
  • Rear Red Reflectors
  • Seat Belts
  • Steering
  • Stop Lamps
  • Tail Lamps
  • Tires
  • Turn Signal Lamps
  • Wheel Assembly
  • Window Tinting or Coating Inspection
  • Windshield Wipers

Please note we can only do emissions inspections on 1996 and newer vehicles with OBD II only.

If you qualify, Air Check Texas is a state program that can help you with money towards repair or replacement of your vehicle if your vehicle fails its Texas Emissions Test. Payne's Automotive can offer you information about this program and, if you qualify, complete the necessary repairs required in order for you to pass your emissions test.

Drive with Confidence – TX State Inspections at Payne's Automotive.