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Memphis has one of the richest collections of older housing in the Mid-South. From Midtown bungalows and early brick homes to long-established neighborhoods in East Memphis, many properties were built decades ago—often with solid craftsmanship, but also with systems and materials that reflect the standards of their time. After inspecting
Paranormal inspections are often misunderstood, largely because the term is frequently associated with entertainment, speculation, or sensational claims. In a professional inspection context, a paranormal inspection serves a very different purpose. It is not about proving the existence of ghosts or validating supernatural explanations. Instead, it is a structured, documented
Paranormal inspections are most often requested during real estate transactions—not because buyers are seeking confirmation of supernatural activity, but because uncertainty can affect confidence. In these cases, clients are usually looking for clarity, documentation, and peace of mind before moving forward with a purchase. At Upchurch Inspection, a paranormal inspection
Many experiences described as “paranormal” occur in perfectly ordinary buildings under very specific conditions. Temperature changes, sounds, lighting effects, and environmental influences can combine in ways that feel unsettling—especially when the source is not immediately obvious. From an inspection standpoint, the goal is not to dismiss experiences, but to evaluate
Little Rock’s housing market includes a wide mix of older neighborhoods, mid-century homes, and newer developments spreading outward from the city. While no two houses are the same, inspections across Little Rock and nearby communities such as North Little Rock, Sherwood, Maumelle, Benton, and Bryant tend to reveal recurring patterns
Jackson sits at an interesting crossroads in West Tennessee. The housing stock ranges from older homes built decades ago to steady infill and newer subdivisions on the outskirts of town. Because of that mix, inspections in Jackson and nearby communities like Medina, Humboldt, Milan, and Brownsville tend to produce a
Elizabethtown sits at a crossroads of older established neighborhoods and newer residential development, and inspections in the area reflect that blend. Homes within Elizabethtown and nearby communities such as Radcliff, Vine Grove, Glendale, and Hodgenville often look well maintained on the surface, but inspections regularly uncover patterns tied to age,
Cape Girardeau’s housing stock reflects decades of steady growth, with neighborhoods that range from older homes near the river and downtown to newer construction spreading outward. Buyers are often drawn to the character of these homes or the appeal of newer layouts, but inspections in Cape Girardeau and nearby communities
In real estate, speed is often treated as a virtue. Fast showings.Fast offers.Fast inspections. But when it comes to understanding a property, speed is a poor substitute for clarity. And nowhere is that more true than in home inspections. Speed Solves Scheduling — Not Risk A faster inspection usually solves
Most clients ask the same questions when booking an inspection. How much does it cost?When can you come out?How long will it take? Those are reasonable questions. But they’re not the ones that determine whether an inspection is merely adequate — or genuinely useful. The most important questions are the
At Upchurch Inspection, how we work matters just as much as what we inspect. This article isn’t about gossip or finger-pointing. It’s about a real professional decision I made — to walk away from a national inspection company — and the lessons that experience reinforced about alignment, independence, and responsibility.
Memphis homes have a personality shaped by age, soil conditions, humidity, and decades of regional building practices. While a general inspection checklist might look the same anywhere, applying that checklist without local context can miss what actually matters. In Memphis, experience isn’t just helpful—it directly affects how inspection findings are
