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Here we answer questions about getting a home or commercial property inspection, give tips on home maintenance, and share our knowledge about common home and commercial property issues. We are here to help you. If you can’t find an answer to your questions here, you can always contact us via our contact page.

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Issues and Concerns
Holly Upchurch

what is foundation settlement? Causes, Signs, and Repair Options

Ever heard the phrase “building on solid ground”? Well, sometimes that ground isn’t as solid as we think. Imagine your house is a boat floating on a sea of soil. If the “sea level” of that soil changes, your home can start to sink or tilt. In simple terms, that’s

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Issues and Concerns
Holly Upchurch

A Homeowner’s Guide to Termite Home Inspections

Think of a termite inspection as a critical health check-up for your home. It’s designed to find hidden threats that can seriously compromise its structural integrity, making it an absolutely essential step in protecting your biggest investment—especially when you’re buying or selling a property. This proactive step delivers priceless peace

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Home Inspection Information
Holly Upchurch

A Homeowner’s Guide to home thermal imaging inspection

Imagine having a pair of glasses that could see the invisible world of heat signatures in your home. That’s essentially what a home thermal imaging inspection gives you—a non-invasive way to spot hidden problems before they become catastrophes. An inspector armed with a high-tech infrared camera can scan the surfaces

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Home Inspection Information
Holly Upchurch

Best home inspection companies: Top picks for 2025

When people search for the best home inspection companies, what they are really asking is: “Who can I trust to tell me the truth about this house?” Not who has the best ad.Not who shows up first in a directory.Not who is the cheapest. They want someone who will actually

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Issues and Concerns
Holly Upchurch

Your Guide to the Wind Mitigation Inspection Report

A wind mitigation inspection report is your home’s report card for hurricane readiness. It’s a specialized assessment that details the specific features your home has to resist wind damage. This isn’t just about safety—it’s a powerful financial tool. A licensed inspector performs the assessment and provides the official proof insurance

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Home Inspection Information
Holly Upchurch

Your 2025 Guide: 10 Critical Things What to Look For During Home Inspection

Purchasing a property, whether a family home in Germantown or a commercial space in Downtown Memphis, is one of the most significant investments you’ll ever make. A thorough home inspection is your best tool for safeguarding that investment, transforming a seemingly perfect property into a transparent, understandable asset. But truly

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Home Inspection Information
Holly Upchurch

The Ultimate Home Inspection Checklist for Sellers: 10 Critical Checks for 2025

Selling your home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make. The final sale price often hinges on a single event: the buyer’s home inspection. Surprises discovered during this phase can derail negotiations, force last-minute price reductions, or even kill the deal entirely. A proactive approach is your greatest

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Real Estate Information
Holly Upchurch

A Guide to Due Diligence Commercial Real Estate

When you're buying commercial real estate, the due diligence period is your chance to play detective. It’s the critical window of time you get to verify every single claim the seller has made about the property before the deal is final. Think of it as looking under the hood. The

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Commercial Inspections
Holly Upchurch

Memphis Commercial Roof Inspection Cost Guide

Let’s get right to it. For a commercial roof inspection here in Memphis, you can expect to pay anywhere from $300 for a small, simple roof to over $1,200 for a large, complex facility. It’s a bit like getting a vehicle inspected—a quick check on a standard sedan is one

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Commercial Inspections
Holly Upchurch

Your commercial roof inspection checklist: 10-point guide

For commercial property owners, managers, and investors, the roof is more than just a cover. It’s a critical asset protecting your entire building, inventory, and operations. Overlooking minor, unseen issues can lead to rapid deterioration, resulting in catastrophic failures, costly operational disruptions, tenant disputes, and significant structural damage. A proactive

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Home Inspection Information
Holly Upchurch

Best Home Inspection Companies Near Me: Top 7 Picks for 2025

When people search “best home inspection companies near me,” what they usually want is something simple: They want somebody honest.Somebody thorough.Somebody who will tell them the truth about the house before they spend a pile of money on it. As someone at Upchurch Inspection, I can tell you this much:

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Commercial Inspections
Holly Upchurch

Commercial Building Inspection Checklist: 10-Point Guide

Investing in or managing a commercial property requires more than just a cursory glance. A thorough, systematic evaluation is crucial to uncover hidden liabilities, forecast capital expenditures, and ensure the building is safe, compliant, and operationally sound. This guide provides a comprehensive commercial building inspection checklist, breaking down the 10

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