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Home Inspection Information
Holly Upchurch

Master the home inspection report format: A buyer’s concise guide

Think of a professional home inspection report format as the complete story of a property, from its foundation all the way up to the roof. It’s built to clearly point out any major defects, potential safety hazards, and significant upcoming expenses, giving you a detailed roadmap for the home you're

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Commercial Inspections
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

How to Evaluate Commercial Property for Smart Investments

Investing in commercial real estate is a powerful move, but your success hinges entirely on a rock-solid evaluation. A proper assessment isn't just one thing; it's a detailed blend of financial analysis, a thorough physical inspection, and careful legal due diligence. Getting this right is what separates a profitable asset

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Commercial Inspections
Holly Upchurch

commercial property inspection checklist: Key areas for 2025

Investing in commercial real estate in Memphis and West Tennessee presents a massive opportunity, but overlooking critical details can turn a promising venture into a financial drain. A routine walkthrough simply isn't enough to uncover potential liabilities hiding beneath the surface. To truly understand the condition, safety, and long-term viability

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Homebuyer Resources
Holly Upchurch

How to Negotiate After Home Inspection: A Buyer’s Guide

Negotiating after a home inspection is all about turning that detailed report into a fair deal. It starts with a close look at the findings with your agent, zeroing in on any major safety or structural red flags. From there, you’ll decide whether to ask the seller for a credit

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Home Inspection Information
Holly Upchurch

What Does a Home Inspection Include?

A home inspection is a deep dive into a property’s physical condition and major systems, designed to uncover the kinds of issues you just can’t see during a casual walkthrough. Think of it as a comprehensive health checkup for your potential new home. Before you finalize what is likely the

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Home Inspection Information
Wesley Upchurch

Memphis-Based Upchurch Inspection Celebrates Milestone Year in Business

Memphis, TN — Upchurch Inspection, one of West Tennessee’s most trusted names in residential and commercial property inspections, is proud to celebrate a milestone year of service. What began as a small, locally owned inspection company has grown into a region-wide operation serving communities across Shelby, Fayette, Tipton, Hardeman, Madison,

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Home Inspection Information
Wesley Upchurch

Upchurch Inspection Earns CCPIA Certification for Commercial Property Inspections

Memphis, TN — Upchurch Inspection is proud to announce that owner and lead inspector Wesley Upchurch has earned certification from the Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA) — the national organization dedicated to promoting excellence, training, and professional standards in commercial property inspections. With this credential, Upchurch Inspection is now

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Home Inspection Information
Wesley Upchurch

Why I Became a Home Inspector — And Why It Still Matters

If you told me ten years ago that I’d end up crawling through attics and inspecting foundations for a living, I probably would’ve laughed. My background was in technology, not construction. I worked as a professional web developer and later for a commercial HVAC manufacturer, maintaining documentation about their systems

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Home Inspection Information
Wesley Upchurch

A Day in the Life of a Home Inspector: What It’s Really Like

Most people only meet a home inspector once — during one of the most important purchases of their lives. They see us walking around with flashlights, cameras, and ladders, calling out details that most folks overlook. But behind every inspection is a full day’s work that’s part detective work, part

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Home Inspection Information
Wesley Upchurch

Upchurch Inspection Joins the Home Inspectors of Tennessee Association (HITA)

Memphis, TN — Upchurch Inspection, a leading home and property inspection company serving West Tennessee, is proud to announce that it has officially joined the Home Inspectors of Tennessee Association (HITA) — the state’s foremost professional organization dedicated to advancing home inspection standards, education, and consumer protection. Membership in HITA

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