From the historic streets around the courthouse square to the newest rooftops near MTSU and Blackman — Mark Schumacher inspects Murfreesboro homes with a builder's eye and the patience to explain every finding.
Murfreesboro served as Tennessee's state capital from 1818 to 1826, and the Rutherford County seat still carries that history proudly, from the courthouse square downtown to Oaklands Mansion and the Stones River National Battlefield on the city's northwest side. Today it's also a college town, anchored by Middle Tennessee State University, and one of the fastest-growing cities in the state. Neighborhoods keep spreading toward Blackman, Barfield and the Christiana side of the county, and buyers have more choices here every year. Home Inspections by SP&D drives down from Hendersonville, about 40 miles to the north, to inspect homes all over Murfreesboro.
Mark Schumacher handles each inspection himself from start to finish. He holds Tennessee Home Inspector License #1374, carries the InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector designation and has more than 1,500 inspections behind him over the past decade. That inspection work rests on four decades of building in more than 40 states, with projects for names like Jack Nicklaus, Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren Polo, the PGA Tour and the U.S. Military. Because he books just a single home each day, nobody's inspection gets squeezed between appointments.
Murfreesboro's homes span nearly two centuries. Older houses near downtown and along East Main Street can hide outdated wiring, cast iron drains and settling foundations, while the brick ranches of the 1960s and 1970s often sit on crawl spaces that collect moisture. The large subdivisions built since the 2000s bring their own list, including missing kickout flashing, poorly sloped grading and attic insulation that never got finished. Mark offers pre-drywall and 11th-month warranty inspections so new-home buyers catch those items while the builder is still responsible.
Ground conditions deserve real attention in this part of Middle Tennessee. Rutherford County sits on limestone bedrock, and sinkholes and karst drainage features are well documented around Murfreesboro, so Mark watches for foundation cracks, sloping floors and low spots where water collects. Heavy clay soil, long humid summers and spring storms add to the strain. Many residents still remember the April 2009 EF4 tornado that damaged hundreds of Murfreesboro homes, and Mark knows how to read the signs of past storm repairs.
Murfreesboro buyers pick SP&D for straight answers, a builder's perspective and an inspector who still returns calls on a Saturday. Qualifying inspections come with a 90-day home warranty and a 5-year roof leak warranty, and veterans, teachers and first responders all receive a discount. Whether you're buying near campus or closing on a new build in Blackman, call Mark at 561-301-7571 to reserve your inspection date.
Downtown historic homes, campus-area rentals and brand-new subdivision houses all get the same careful approach — here's what SP&D offers Murfreesboro.
Buyer's, condo, townhome, VA, mobile home and multi-unit inspections across Murfreesboro.
Phase inspections that follow a Murfreesboro new build from open framing to the 11th-month warranty visit.
Radon, mold, air quality, water, asbestos and lead paint testing for homes old and new.
Infrared imaging, sewer line scopes, hidden leak detection and termite and WDO checks.
Close evaluations of the roof, foundation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, crawl space and attic.
Pre-listing, rental property, maintenance and re-inspection services for owners and investors.
Buyers across Middle Tennessee mention the same things again and again — how much time Mark takes, how clearly he explains things and how easy he is to reach afterward.
"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 travels from Hendersonville to every corner of Murfreesboro, from the downtown square and MTSU to Blackman, Barfield and the surrounding Rutherford County communities.
Common questions from Murfreesboro buyers, sellers and new-construction clients.
Yes. Murfreesboro and the rest of Rutherford County fall well inside our service area, and Mark makes the trip from Hendersonville regularly. Call 561-301-7571 to check his calendar.
Since Mark takes on only one home per day, it's smart to call the moment your offer is accepted. That gives you the best chance of landing a date inside your inspection period.
Karst features are well documented in Rutherford County. Mark can't see underground, but he looks closely for foundation movement, cracking, uneven floors and drainage problems that deserve a closer look by a specialist.
Yes. Mark offers pre-drywall, final walk-through and 11th-month warranty inspections, so you can address problems with the builder at each stage.
The EPA advises testing every home because levels vary from house to house, even on the same street. Mark can add a radon test to your Murfreesboro inspection.
Yes. Investor and rental property inspections help you understand a home's condition before you buy it or hand the keys to tenants.
Murfreesboro is one of many Middle Tennessee communities Mark serves within about 60 miles of Hendersonville. Pick a nearby town below to see what SP&D offers there.
TN License #1374 • InterNACHI CPI • 1,500+ Inspections • One Home Per Day • 5-Year Roof Leak Warranty