Here we answer questions about getting a home or commercial 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.
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.
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
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
One of the most common points of confusion we see—especially after an inspection—is when someone asks: “Is this up to code?” It’s a reasonable question, but it’s also where expectations often get crossed. Home inspections and code enforcement are not the same thing, and treating them as interchangeable leads to
Home inspections and engineering reports are often mentioned together, especially when structural concerns arise during a real estate transaction. While both play important roles, they serve very different purposes. Understanding the distinction helps homeowners, buyers, and agents know what information each provides—and why one does not replace the other. Across
A sewer scope inspection is a non-invasive video exam of your home’s main sewer line, plain and simple. Using a flexible, high-resolution camera, an inspector can travel the entire length of the pipe—from your home all the way to the municipal sewer connection—to get a real-time look at its interior
Choosing the right home inspector is hands-down your best line of defense against a nightmare real estate investment. It’s not just about getting a piece of paper; it’s about hiring a sharp-eyed expert who can tell you the real story of a house. This means digging into their credentials, asking
Building a new home is an exciting journey, but the final product is only as good as the work behind the walls. Many buyers assume a new build is flawless, but construction is a complex process with many moving parts and multiple trades, leaving room for errors, some minor, some
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Owning a home isn’t a one-time investment — it’s an ongoing relationship. Like any good relationship, it requires regular attention, care, and a little preventive maintenance to keep things running smoothly. That’s where the annual home maintenance inspection comes in. In communities like Germantown and Collierville, many homeowners take excellent
Buying a brand-new home feels like the end of a long journey — but in reality, it’s the start of your home’s first big test. Even the best builders make mistakes, and materials naturally shift, settle, and expand during that first year. That’s why the 11-month warranty inspection is one
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions you’ll ever make. It’s exciting — but also nerve-wracking — especially when you start wondering what’s hiding behind the walls, under the floors, or on top of the roof. That’s where a trusted home inspector makes all the
