"The same thorough inspection a buyer would order — done for you first. Know exactly what's coming before you list, so you stay in control of the sale."
A pre-listing inspection is a complete, top-to-bottom evaluation of your home performed before it goes on the market — the same thorough inspection a buyer would order, done for you, the seller, first.
When you know what a buyer's inspector will find before they find it, you're in control. You can make repairs on your own terms, gather quotes instead of scrambling, price the home accurately, and head off the last-minute surprises that stall or sink a deal at the closing table.
Lane Ragsdale performs pre-listing inspections throughout Fayetteville and communities across Southern Middle Tennessee and North Alabama. As a Certified Master Inspector (CMI®) licensed in both states, he delivers a clear, color-coded report you can act on — and share confidently with buyers and agents.
A Lighthouse pre-listing inspection covers the same major systems a buyer's inspection does — so nothing catches you off guard later.
Foundation, framing, and the structural elements a buyer's inspector will scrutinize first.
Roof covering, flashing, gutters, attic, and siding — common negotiation points in any sale.
The service panel, wiring, plumbing, water heater, and heating and cooling systems.
Interior finishes, insulation, ventilation, and the moisture-prone spots buyers worry about.
Nothing derails a sale faster than a surprise on the buyer's inspection report. A pre-listing inspection puts that information in your hands first, while you still have time and options.
You decide what to repair, what to disclose, and how to price — rather than reacting to a buyer's demands under a deadline. Homes that are inspection-ready tend to sell more smoothly, with fewer renegotiations and fewer deals falling through.
It also builds trust. Sharing a clean, professional inspection up front signals to buyers that you've got nothing to hide — which can mean stronger offers and a faster close.
Your inspection delivers a clear, color-coded report with photos — delivered fast, often within a day — that you can act on and share with buyers and agents.
From your first phone call to final report delivery, here's exactly what to expect.
Call or text Lane at 931-307-1524 or use our contact form. Scheduling is fast and easy, and we'll answer any questions before you book.
Lane evaluates the home thoroughly as a Certified Master Inspector. You're welcome to attend and ask questions along the way.
You receive a clear, color-coded report with photos — major concerns separated from minor ones — often within a day.
Questions after the report? Lane walks you through the findings and gives honest, practical advice on your next steps.
It's a full home inspection ordered by the seller before listing, rather than by the buyer after an offer. You get the same thorough evaluation — structure, roof, systems, and more — so you know your home's condition in advance and can address issues on your own schedule.
Yes. Knowing about problems ahead of time lets you fix or price for them, avoid mid-deal renegotiations, and present buyers with a clean report up front — which builds trust and can lead to stronger, faster offers.
Not at all. The report simply gives you the information. You decide what to repair, what to disclose, and what to price for — the choice is yours, made without a buyer's deadline hanging over you.
Lane delivers a clear, color-coded, photo-rich report quickly — often within a day — so you have time to plan before your home hits the market.
Lighthouse is based in Fayetteville, TN and serves communities across Southern Middle Tennessee and North Alabama — including Huntsville, Madison, Athens, Winchester, Tullahoma, Murfreesboro, Sewanee, and Monteagle. Give us a call to confirm your area.
Certified Master Inspector • InterNACHI® Certified • Licensed in TN & AL • Serving Southern Middle Tennessee & North Alabama Since 2019