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Category: Issues and Concerns

Homebuyer Resources
Wesley Upchurch

Why Some Defects Only Appear After You Move In

One of the most frustrating things a homeowner can experience is discovering a problem after closing and thinking, “Why didn’t this show up during the inspection?” It’s a fair question. And it’s one we hear often. The answer usually isn’t that the issue was missed. It’s that the conditions that

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Local Spotlight / Service Areas
Wesley Upchurch

Drainage and Grading Issues After Heavy Rains in Kentucky

Heavy rain events in Kentucky tend to reveal things about a property that aren’t obvious during dry weather. Homes can appear perfectly fine during a showing, only to show signs of water-related stress after sustained or intense rainfall. In Central Kentucky communities such as Elizabethtown, Radcliff, Vine Grove, Bardstown, and

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Issues and Concerns
Wesley Upchurch

Radon Variability Across Middle Tennessee Homes

Radon testing results in Middle Tennessee often surprise buyers because there is no single pattern that applies to every home or neighborhood. Homes in Nashville, Mount Juliet, Hendersonville, Franklin, Murfreesboro, and nearby communities can show dramatically different radon levels even when they were built at the same time or sit

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Issues and Concerns
Holly Upchurch

Top 8 Home Inspection Deal Breakers You Can’t Ignore in 2025

Falling in love with a home is easy; understanding its hidden flaws is the hard part. A home inspection is your crucial window into the property’s true condition, separating cosmetic quirks from costly catastrophes. While a fixer-upper can be a dream, some issues are more than just a project. They’re

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Homebuyer Resources
Holly Upchurch

Smart Home Buyer’s Guide: what to look for during a home inspection

You've found a home that checks all the boxes: great location, perfect layout, and beautiful finishes. But what lies beneath the surface? A professional home inspection is your single best tool for uncovering the hidden truths about a property's health and safety before you commit. This process can feel overwhelming,

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Environmental Testing & Air Quality
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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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

Does a Home Inspection Check for Mold?

So, does a standard home inspection check for mold? The short answer is yes, but only visually. Your inspector is trained to spot the symptoms of a mold problem, not to officially diagnose the presence of mold itself. What a Standard Home Inspection Actually Covers Think of a home inspector

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Home Inspection Information
Holly Upchurch

Top Tips for pest and termite inspection: Protect Your Home

A pest and termite inspection is a professional deep-dive into a property to find evidence of unwanted guests, especially wood-destroying organisms like termites. Think of it as a specialized health check-up for a home, uncovering hidden problems that could lead to massive structural damage and wallet-busting repairs if you let

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Home Inspection Information
Holly Upchurch

What Do Home Inspectors Look For? A 12-Point Guide

A home inspection is a critical milestone in any real estate transaction, acting as your safeguard against unforeseen problems and costly repairs down the road. But the pivotal question for both buyers and sellers is, what do home inspectors look for? This is more than a simple walkthrough; it’s a

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