Home of the Nissan plant, the Sam Davis Home and miles of greenway trails — Smyrna keeps growing, and Mark Schumacher helps its buyers know exactly what they're moving into.
Smyrna began as a quiet farming community in northern Rutherford County, and it has since become the largest town in Tennessee by population. Much of that growth traces back to the Nissan assembly plant, which built its first vehicle here in 1983, and to the old Sewart Air Force Base, whose land now holds the Smyrna/Rutherford County Airport. History lovers know the town for the Sam Davis Home, while families enjoy the town's greenway trails and the shoreline of Percy Priest Lake. Home Inspections by SP&D comes down from Hendersonville, south through Nashville, to serve Smyrna buyers and homeowners.
Owner Mark Schumacher is the only inspector you'll ever meet with SP&D. He is licensed by the State of Tennessee (License #1374), certified through InterNACHI as a Certified Professional Inspector, and has walked through more than 1,500 homes in over ten years of inspecting. Before that came more than 40 years in construction across 40-plus states, working on projects for the U.S. Military, the PGA Tour, Jack Nicklaus, Ralph Lauren Polo and Tommy Hilfiger. Keeping his schedule to one inspection a day lets him slow down and do the job right.
Housing in Smyrna tells the story of the town's expansion. Modest homes from the air base years and the early Nissan era sit near the older core along Lowry Street, many with original electrical panels, galvanized plumbing or roofs nearing the end of their life. Newer subdivisions off Sam Ridley Parkway and Almaville Road add thousands of townhomes and two-story houses, and quick production schedules can leave gaps in flashing, ductwork and drainage. Mark checks both kinds of home with the same patience.
Smyrna's low, gently rolling ground drains toward the Stones River and Stewarts Creek, so Mark pays close attention to grading, gutters and how water moves around the foundation. Rutherford County's clay soils swell when wet and shrink in dry spells, which can crack slabs and stress crawl space piers. Add in humid summers and strong spring thunderstorms, and attics, roofs and crawl spaces all deserve a careful look for moisture and wind damage.
Smyrna families appreciate an inspector who explains each finding in plain terms and keeps answering questions after closing. Qualifying inspections include a 90-day home warranty plus a 5-year roof leak warranty, and teachers, first responders and veterans all get a discount. Call Mark at 561-301-7571 and lock in a date for your Smyrna inspection before your inspection window closes.
Air-base-era homes near downtown, new townhomes off Sam Ridley Parkway and everything in between — here's the full lineup SP&D offers in Smyrna.
Full buyer's inspections for Smyrna houses, townhomes, condos, manufactured homes and VA purchases.
Pre-drywall, final walk-through and 11th-month checks for Smyrna's many new subdivisions.
Testing for radon, mold, indoor air, water quality, asbestos and lead paint.
Thermal scans, sewer camera inspections, moisture tracing and termite and WDO inspections.
Detailed looks at Smyrna roofs, structures, wiring, plumbing, HVAC, crawl spaces and attics.
Pre-listing, investor, homeowner maintenance and re-inspection services.
Middle Tennessee homeowners often tell us Mark was the most thorough part of their whole buying process. A few of their reviews are below.
"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 the older streets near downtown Smyrna to the newer neighborhoods near Percy Priest Lake and the Nissan plant, SP&D covers the whole town from its Hendersonville base.
Here's what Smyrna homebuyers most often want to know before booking.
It is. Smyrna sits comfortably within the 60-mile radius Mark covers from Hendersonville, and he inspects homes there often. Reach him at 561-301-7571.
Yes. Many buyers here arrive from out of state. Mark can inspect while you're away, then call you to go over the photo-documented report in detail.
They often do. Homes from the air base and early Nissan years may have aging panels, older plumbing and worn roofs, and Mark checks each of those closely.
Yes. Even brand-new homes can have defects, and finding them before closing gives you leverage with the builder. Pre-drywall and 11th-month inspections are available too.
Radon can only be measured by testing, and the EPA recommends it for every home. It's a simple add-on to your Smyrna inspection.
Smyrna veterans, teachers and first responders get a discounted inspection. Bring it up when you call Mark.
Mark also serves the towns surrounding Smyrna throughout Rutherford, Davidson, Williamson and neighboring counties. Tap a community below for local details.
Owner-Operated • TN License #1374 • InterNACHI Certified • 40+ Years in Construction • 90-Day Home Warranty