Goodlettsville sits right next door to our Hendersonville home base — so when you need a careful inspector who knows these streets, Mark Schumacher is only minutes away.
Few places in Middle Tennessee have deeper frontier roots than Goodlettsville. Long hunter Kasper Mansker built his station beside the creek that still carries his name around the winter of 1779, and the city later took its name from A. G. Goodlett, a Cumberland Presbyterian pastor. Incorporated in 1958, Goodlettsville chose to stay independent when Nashville and Davidson County merged, and today it straddles the Davidson–Sumner county line with the Bowen-Campbell House in Moss-Wright Park, a walkable antique district along Main Street and the Rivergate shopping area. Because Goodlettsville sits right beside Hendersonville, this is truly home turf for Home Inspections by SP&D.
Mark Schumacher is the only inspector you'll meet when you book with SP&D. He holds Tennessee Home Inspector License #1374, carries the InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector credential, and spent over four decades building in more than 40 states for names like Jack Nicklaus, Ralph Lauren Polo and the PGA Tour. With 1,500-plus inspections behind him, he still limits himself to a single home per day.
Goodlettsville offers a little of everything. Older cottages and brick homes near the historic downtown sit a short drive from 1960s and 1970s ranches, split-levels on hillside lots and newer subdivisions climbing toward the Sumner County side. On the older homes, Mark checks for outdated electrical panels, galvanized or aging supply lines and crawl spaces that have been patched over the years. On the newer builds, he looks hard at grading, roof flashing and attic ventilation, since those details often get rushed when neighborhoods go up quickly.
The terrain here rolls more than many buyers expect, and water follows the slope. Mansker Creek and its tributaries wind through town, and homes on low ground near those channels deserve a careful look for past water intrusion and drainage problems. Middle Tennessee clay swells when wet and shrinks in dry spells, which can show up as foundation cracks, sticking doors or sloping floors, while summer humidity keeps crawl space moisture on Mark's checklist.
Hiring an inspector from the next town over means fewer scheduling headaches and someone who already knows the local building patterns. Mark explains every finding in plain language and picks up the phone when you have questions later, weekends included. Qualifying inspections come with a 90-day home warranty and a 5-year roof leak warranty, and veterans, teachers and first responders get a discount. Call Mark at 561-301-7571 to lock in your Goodlettsville inspection date.
Whether you're buying near Rivergate, on the Sumner County side or close to downtown Goodlettsville, here's what SP&D can inspect and test for you.
Full buyer's inspections for Goodlettsville houses, condos, townhomes, mobile homes, VA purchases and small multi-unit properties.
Stage-by-stage checks for new Goodlettsville builds, from pre-drywall through the 11th-month warranty visit.
Radon, mold, air quality, water, asbestos and lead paint testing for older and newer homes alike.
Infrared imaging, sewer line camera work, moisture tracing and termite and WDO inspections.
Detailed evaluations of the roof, foundation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, crawl space and attic.
Pre-listing, rental property, maintenance and re-inspection visits plus pre-purchase consultations.
Neighbors around Goodlettsville and Hendersonville talk about the same things after an inspection with Mark — how thorough he was, how much he explained and how easy he was to reach.
"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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From our base in neighboring Hendersonville, Home Inspections by SP&D covers every part of Goodlettsville on both sides of the county line, along with the surrounding towns of Middle Tennessee.
Common questions from people buying or selling a home in Goodlettsville.
Very close. Our home base in Hendersonville is just a few minutes east of Goodlettsville, so Mark is practically a neighbor. Call 561-301-7571 to get on his calendar.
Yes. Goodlettsville spans both counties, and Mark inspects homes anywhere in the city regardless of which side of the line they sit on.
As soon as your offer is accepted. Since Mark takes only one inspection each day, the earliest call gives you the best chance at the date that fits your contract.
Definitely. With 40+ years in construction, Mark is comfortable with older homes and pays close attention to wiring, plumbing, crawl spaces and the quality of earlier remodeling work.
The EPA advises testing every home, because two houses on the same street can have very different results. Mark can add a radon test to your inspection visit.
Veterans, teachers and first responders all receive a discount from Home Inspections by SP&D. Let Mark know when you schedule.
Goodlettsville is just one of the many Middle Tennessee communities Mark covers within about 60 miles of Hendersonville. Pick a town below to see the local page.
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