Hartsville sits just above the Cumberland River in Tennessee's smallest county — Mark Schumacher gives buyers here a careful, unhurried inspection.
Hartsville traces its name to James Hart, who settled along Goose Creek in 1797 and ran a Cumberland River ferry, a mill and a post office. The town was incorporated in 1840, and in December 1862 Confederate cavalry under John Hunt Morgan fought the Battle of Hartsville nearby. Since voters approved consolidation in 2000, the town and Trousdale County, the smallest county in Tennessee by land area, have operated under a single metropolitan government. About 11,600 people live here today. Homes include older houses near the courthouse square, brick ranches, manufactured homes and farmhouses on acreage, where wells and septic systems may be present. Mark reaches Hartsville by heading east from Hendersonville.
Mark Schumacher is the inspector, owner and point of contact at SP&D. He is licensed by Tennessee (License #1374), certified through InterNACHI as a Certified Professional Inspector and spent 40-plus years in construction across more than 40 states on work for the U.S. Military, Tommy Hilfiger and others. He has more than 1,500 inspections behind him and limits himself to one per day, so an older Hartsville home with decades of additions gets a full, careful look.
Hartsville buyers want an inspector who explains things clearly and stays available after closing. Every qualifying Hartsville inspection carries a 90-day home warranty and a 5-year roof leak warranty, and Trousdale County veterans, teachers and first responders are eligible for a discount. Give Mark a call at 561-301-7571 to book your Hartsville or Trousdale County inspection.
From homes near the square to farmhouses outside town, here's what SP&D can inspect and test across Hartsville/Trousdale County.
Buyer's inspections for Hartsville single-family homes, mobile and manufactured homes, condos, townhomes, VA purchases and multi-unit buildings.
New construction inspections in Trousdale County at pre-drywall, final walk-through and the 11th month.
Radon, mold, air, water quality and well water testing, plus asbestos and lead paint checks for older homes.
Thermal scans, sewer camera inspections, leak and moisture detection, and termite and WDO inspections.
Evaluations of the roof, structure, foundation, electrical panel, plumbing, HVAC, crawl space and attic.
Pre-listing, rental and investor, maintenance, consultation and re-inspection services for Hartsville sellers and owners.
Buyers in Hartsville and the surrounding countryside describe Mark the same way — careful, patient and easy to get on the phone.
"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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Mark drives east from Hendersonville to inspect homes throughout Hartsville and every corner of Trousdale County.
Answers for Hartsville and Trousdale County buyers.
Yes. Hartsville and all of Trousdale County fall within Mark's 60-mile service area. Call 561-301-7571 to pick a date.
Often. Mark's 40-plus years in construction help him evaluate older framing, foundations, past remodels and aging systems on rural Trousdale County homes.
Yes. Well water testing can be added for any Hartsville-area home that relies on a private well.
There are. Teachers, veterans and first responders all receive a discount on their inspection.
Hartsville marks the northeastern reach of Mark's regular territory. Select a community below to see inspection details closer to Nashville.
Hartsville/Trousdale County • TN License #1374 • InterNACHI Certified • 1,500+ Inspections • One Inspection Per Day