Across the Cumberland from downtown, East Nashville blends front-porch history with modern infill — and Mark Schumacher is just up the road in Hendersonville, ready to inspect it.
East Nashville sits just across the Cumberland River from downtown and is part of Metro Nashville-Davidson County. It grew as a streetcar suburb in the late 1800s, then rebuilt after the great fire of March 1916 destroyed more than 500 houses, and again after the 1933 and 1998 tornadoes swept through. Today Lockeland Springs, Edgefield, Cleveland Park, Rosebank and the rest of the area surround Five Points, home of the summer Tomato Art Fest, with Shelby Park and Shelby Bottoms stretching along the river. Homes here can be more than a century old or finished last month, and Mark adjusts his approach to match. Older houses may have knob-and-tube remnants, clay or cast iron sewer lines, settled piers and remodels done without permits, while the 1950s and 1960s homes in Rosebank call for a look at original systems. New infill gets checked for rushed flashing, drainage and framing.
Mark Schumacher, licensed in Tennessee under #1374 and certified by InterNACHI as a Certified Professional Inspector, does every East Nashville inspection himself. Four decades of construction in more than 40 states, with clients like Tommy Hilfiger and the PGA Tour, taught him how buildings go together and how they fail. He has inspected over 1,500 homes and still takes only one job a day, which leaves room for a slow look at old framing and new work alike.
East Nashville clients choose SP&D for an honest read on character homes, plus an inspector who returns calls after the deal is done. On qualifying jobs you also receive a 90-day home warranty and a 5-year roof leak warranty, and east-side veterans, teachers and first responders pay less. Ring Mark at 561-301-7571 to reserve your East Nashville inspection.
Century-old cottages, mid-century Rosebank homes and new infill near Five Points — here's everything SP&D offers on the east side.
Buyer's, condo, townhome, VA and multi-unit inspections for East Nashville's mix of old and new.
Pre-drywall, final walk-through and 11th-month inspections for East Nashville infill builds.
Asbestos, lead paint, radon, mold, indoor air and water testing — worth considering in older homes.
Sewer camera scopes, thermal imaging, moisture tracing and termite and WDO inspections.
Careful evaluations of roofs, piers and foundations, wiring, plumbing, HVAC, crawl spaces and attics.
Pre-listing, rental, maintenance, consultation and re-inspection services for east-side owners.
East-side buyers describe Mark as calm, careful and happy to explain old-house quirks. Here are a few of their reviews.
"Mark Schumacher from SP&D is by far the best home inspector I've had the pleasure of dealing with. Having him inspect the home we were about to buy was the best decision we made. He was so thorough, and detailed. He saved us from unexpected costs, pointing out issues that might've been overlooked by other inspectors. He answered all my phone calls, even on weekends, and fully explained all the issues. I would highly recommend him to anyone thinking of buying a home, to protect yourself with the best. His knowledge and experience is second to none. We will definitely use him again in the future."
— Johnny Azoulay
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"Mark did an excellent job. He was extremely thorough with great attention to detail. We had a poor experience with an inspector the last time we bought a home, so it was very important to us to feel confident that things were being handled in the best way possible. Mark was wonderful and took the time to go over every inch of the house with us and explain the things he'd found that needed attention. He was happy to answer our questions and was extremely knowledgeable about the subject matter. I would recommend him to anyone who is thinking about buying and needs an inspection. Thank you, Mark!"
— Sylvia Jones
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"I would give 10 stars if I could. Great job and complete inspection, very professional. Highly recommend their services."
— David Haverly
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Home Inspections by SP&D covers East Nashville from Edgefield and Lockeland Springs to Cleveland Park, Rosebank and Inglewood, just an easy trip south from our Hendersonville base.
Questions East Nashville buyers ask most often.
Very close. Our Hendersonville base is just up Gallatin Pike from East Nashville. Call 561-301-7571 to schedule with Mark.
Mark looks for leftover outdated wiring, aging supply and drain lines, settled piers and floors, roof and chimney wear, and remodels that may not have been done to code.
On older homes, usually yes. Clay and cast iron lines can crack or collect roots over time, and a camera inspection shows their condition before you buy.
Yes. Mark offers pre-drywall and final walk-through inspections, plus an 11th-month warranty inspection so you can report defects to the builder before coverage ends.
East Nashville is one of the closest neighborhoods to SP&D's home base. See the other communities Mark serves below.
Just Up Gallatin Pike • TN License #1374 • InterNACHI Certified • Old-House Know-How • 90-Day Home Warranty