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🔍 TN Home Inspector License #1374|InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector | 40+ Years in Construction | 1,500+ Inspections | Insured — General Liability and E&O
Home Inspections by SP&D — Licensed Home Inspector Serving Nashville & Middle Tennessee

Investor & Rental Property Inspections in Nashville & Middle Tennessee

Seller, Investor & Homeowner Services

Investor & Rental Property Inspections

Every surprise repair cuts into your return. Mark helps investors and landlords understand a property's condition before they buy — and keep track of it after.

Protect Your Investment

Whether you're buying a single-family rental in Antioch, a duplex in East Nashville or a flip project in Clarksville, the property's condition drives your numbers. An investor and rental property inspection evaluates the home's major systems with an eye toward repair costs, safety and long-term maintenance.

Mark Schumacher's construction background is especially valuable for investors. He understands renovation scope and can help you recognize which issues are routine maintenance, which are major capital expenses and which are safety concerns that need attention before a tenant moves in.

Landlords also use inspections between tenants to document condition, identify maintenance needs and catch problems early.

Why Investors Use SP&D

Inspections that support smarter investment decisions.

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Accurate Budgets

Understand repair and capital needs before you make an offer.

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Safety First

Identify hazards that need correcting before tenants move in.

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Capital Planning

Know the age and condition of the roof, HVAC and water heater.

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Condition Records

Document the property between tenants with photos.

Make Decisions Based on Facts

Investment properties often come with deferred maintenance, tenant wear and repairs made by previous owners. Those factors can hide costly problems that change the math on a deal.

Mark's report helps you estimate the true cost of bringing a property up to your standards and prioritizing safety items first.

For portfolio owners, periodic inspections help you stay ahead of maintenance and protect the long-term value of each property.

What Your Investor Inspection Covers

Mark evaluates the property's major systems, including:

  • Roof age, condition & drainage
  • Foundation, crawl space & structure
  • Electrical panel & safety devices
  • Plumbing, drains & water heater
  • HVAC age, condition & operation
  • Smoke alarms, egress & life-safety items
  • Interior wear & maintenance items
  • Notes to help prioritize capital expenses

Investor & Rental Inspection FAQ

Do you inspect multi-unit properties?

Yes. Duplexes, triplexes and fourplexes are covered by our multi-unit property inspection, which evaluates each accessible unit.

Can you inspect occupied rentals?

Yes. Coordinate access with tenants in advance so Mark can evaluate the entire property.

Do you provide repair cost estimates?

Mark doesn't provide cost estimates, but his findings and construction experience help you understand the scope of work so you can get accurate contractor quotes.

Can I add a sewer scope?

Absolutely. Sewer line problems are common in older rentals and can be very costly, so a sewer camera inspection is often a smart addition.

How an Investor Inspection Works

Focused on condition, safety and cost.

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Share the Deal

Call 561-301-7571 and tell Mark about the property and your plans.

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Coordinate Access

Arrange access to all units and areas, including occupied spaces.

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Inspect & Prioritize

Mark evaluates the property and highlights safety and capital items.

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Run Your Numbers

Use the findings to budget, negotiate and plan.

Buying or Managing Rentals?

Investor & Rental Inspections • 40+ Years in Construction • TN License #1374 • Serving Middle Tennessee