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Radon testing is a question that comes up frequently during home inspections in Middle Tennessee, especially for buyers who are relocating from other regions or encountering radon discussions for the first time. While Middle Tennessee is not uniformly high-risk, radon is present, variable, and unpredictable, which is why testing is
In many parts of rural Arkansas, private wells remain a common water source. While well water can be perfectly safe and reliable, it is not regulated or routinely monitored in the same way as municipal water systems. Because of that, water testing often plays a more important role during inspections
Home inspections in Kentucky often go beyond the standard evaluation, not because homes are inherently problematic, but because buyers want a clearer picture of conditions that aren’t fully visible during a walkthrough. The mix of older housing stock, rural properties, and variable soil and moisture conditions makes certain inspection add-ons
Relocating to Nashville often means learning a new housing market quickly. Buyers coming from other parts of the country are sometimes surprised by how much local conditions influence inspections in Middle Tennessee. Homes may look similar to what buyers are used to elsewhere, but the way they perform—and the issues
Buying a home in the Mid-South can feel familiar on the surface, but many out-of-state buyers quickly learn that homes in this region behave differently than those in other parts of the country. Climate, soil conditions, construction methods, and housing age all influence what inspectors focus on and what buyers
New construction homes around Little Rock often give buyers a sense of confidence. Everything is new, finishes look clean, and systems haven’t had time to age. Because of that, buyers sometimes question whether an inspection is really necessary. In practice, inspections of new construction in Little Rock and nearby communities
Crawlspace moisture is one of the most consistent inspection themes across West Tennessee. Homes in Memphis, Jackson, Brownsville, Dyersburg, and nearby communities share environmental conditions that make moisture management beneath the home especially important. Even houses that feel dry and comfortable inside can have crawlspaces that tell a very different
Foundation movement is one of the most common inspection topics in Central Arkansas, and it’s also one of the most misunderstood. Buyers often associate any crack or uneven floor with structural failure, but homes in Little Rock, North Little Rock, Conway, Benton, Bryant, and surrounding communities tend to follow predictable
Many of Memphis’s established neighborhoods were built long before modern sewer materials and installation standards became common. Homes in areas such as Midtown, Central Gardens, East Memphis, and parts of Whitehaven and Raleigh often rely on original or partially updated sewer laterals. During inspections, sewer-related issues are among the most
Historic homes are a major part of Cape Girardeau’s character. Properties near downtown, along the river, and in older established neighborhoods often date back many decades and sometimes more than a century. These homes attract buyers who value craftsmanship, location, and architectural detail, but inspections of historic homes in Cape
Split-level and ranch-style homes are common throughout Nashville and nearby communities like Mount Juliet, Hermitage, Hendersonville, Franklin, and Smyrna. Many of these homes were built during periods of rapid growth and reflect construction practices that were efficient for their time. While these layouts are popular for their functionality, inspections tend
Crawlspace construction is common throughout West Tennessee, particularly in and around Memphis, Jackson, Brownsville, Dyersburg, and surrounding rural areas. While crawlspaces can perform well when properly designed and maintained, inspections in this region consistently reveal a set of recurring issues tied to soil conditions, moisture patterns, and older construction practices.
