My goal is to offer my client a complete and honest evaluation of their property along with the often comforting understanding that while most all homes have defects, most all defects can be repaired.

Proudly serving Anderson, Knox, Roane,
Blount, Loudon, Sevier & Morgan Counties

Commonly found problems

One possible electrical danger is a
double-tapped circuit breaker, shown at left.

Another quite common electrical problem is improperly terminated wiring, often found in a crawl space, basement or attic.

A vertical foundation crack may or may not be a serious problem, depending on the width of the crack and the deflection in the block on either side.

From above, this is a beautiful deck, but from this vantage point we discover missing joist hangers, which could make this deck deadly. 

Without the proper equipment, no one could tell if this is an ongoing leak or one that has been repaired. Using our moisture meter to test this stain, we can determine if you have a problem.

This collar tie, which is a key structural element of a roof, is obviously bowed. This could be quite an expensive repair for a new homebuyer if this is not found prior to closing.

This is a common example of an improper plumbing connection. Joining galvanized steel to copper pipe without using a dielectric union between the two will eventually cause corrosion and an expensive leak.

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