Leadership Team

Phillip Henderson

Founder & Certified Master Inspector
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Melanie Henderson

Administrative Director

Jared Henderson

Inspection Team Leader

Our Story

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. Our family has a 72 year legacy and four generations serving the needs of home and commercial property owners. Our grandfather began Henderson Appliance in 1946  and grew into a fully certified  mechanical service company skilled in plumbing , electrical and HVAC installations and repairs. 

​As a third generation technician , Phillip Henderson grew up in the family business from an early age learning the trade skills. Later he attended college and has a degree in Business Management. In 1989 he founded Tennessee Building Inspections as one of the first home inspection services in the state. 

Jared Henderson serves the company as a TN Licensed Inspector and Team Leader. Jared learned the  Property Inspection trade and skill working summers with his dad. Jared has his degree in Business Analytics from the University of Tennessee. 

Melanie Henderson  spent over 24 years in the real estate business in various  support capacities as an agent, relations assistant and office manager.  As the Administrative Director for the company she is in charge of company relations, client support , scheduling and logistics. 

After 30 + years we keep taking the lead in the property inspection industry with relentless improvements in equipment,  training and technology to give our clients the edge they need to make important decisions.   ​
Integrity, knowledge, experience and communication skills are all key.  
​"QUALITY is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives."
Celebrating 30+ Years of Service
​What does 30 years in inspections, diagnostics and consulting services look like ? 

  • Over 21,825 properties inspected.
  • Over 5,600 diagnostic and environmental tests.
  • Inspected property size (total) 56 million square feet.
  • Inspected property value 6.65 billion dollars.
  • Over 1800 hours in nationally recognized training and certifications.
  • Total Investments in the most advanced quality inspection & diagnostic equipment​.

​Choosing the right inspection service can be difficult. Unlike most professionals, you probably will not get to meet your inspector until after you hire him..Furthermore, different inspectors have varying qualifications, equipment, experience, reporting methods, and yes, different pricing. We feel we offer the best in each of these categories. You can be sure that when you hire The Master Inspection Group you get the very best we have. Ultimately a thorough inspection depends heavily on the individual inspector’s own effort and experience. If you honor us by permitting us to inspect your home or building, I guarantee that we will give you our very best effort. Trust in our experience and skill.

This I promise you.
Phil Henderson, CMI®
Our office and testing lab at 2413 E Broadway Ave. Maryville TN

Experience

Our company has a broad range of experience on both residential and commercial real estate properties. We have over 30 years of continuous service and performed over 26,000 inspections, surveys and diagnostic tests.

Training

The many different services we offer require continuous training in inspection and equipment techniques. We're licensed Tennessee inspectors and have been certified inspectors of the ICC and SBCCI for 30 years. We're also members of the Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA) International Associaton of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI), International Associaton of Certified Indooor Air Consultants (IAC2), the Exterior Design Institute (EDI). We attend multiple national conferences to learn from professional industry experts. Our company has participated on national committees to establish industry standards regarding residential and commercial properties.

Technology

Our company is the area leader in inspection tools and equipment. Advancements in technology have brought more accurate inspections of major damages in building systems. Our Thermal Imaging equipment allows us to see large areas to pinpoint damages that would not otherwise be found. Our company is always on the leading edge of new technology. We see the value in time savings, accurate testing, and reduced damage costs to our clients and property owners.

Expertise

Phil Henderson - Certifed Master Inspector (CMI)®
Company President 

The Master Inspector Certification Board, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(6), tax-exempt organization dedicated to promoting excellence in the inspection industry. The Board holds the registered Trademark Certified Master Inspector® (CMI), the inspection industry’s top professional designation, and awards it to qualifying inspectors who have demonstrated a high level of competency. I was the first inspector in East Tennessee to qualify for this designation. 
  • Board Certified Master Inspector®
  • Certified Building Analyst
  • Masters of Building Science Professional
  • Level 1 Certified Thermographer®
  • Infrared Certified ® Building Thermographer
  • ICC Certified Housing and Preservation Inspector
  • EDI Certified EIFS / Stucco Inspector
  • Moisture Free Certified EIFS Warranty Inspector
  • EDI Certified Moisture Analyst
  • IAC2 Certified Radon Consultant
  • Moisture Free Certified Roofing Inspector
Certifications, memberships and associations listed are past and presently held.
Master Inspection Group

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY ABOUT US
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​I've used Tennessee Building Inspections 3 times. Each time I have been extremely impressed by them. I was present at all three, and Phil kept me informed during the entire time. Twice the inspection showed that there were issues to keep me from going thru with the home purchase. Each step of the way I received email notifications: appt made with date and time, a contract to review and approve, reminder the day before, notice of completion, download of report, etc. Everything is done efficiently and with transparency. Very thorough reports with photos are supplied without long delays. Phil is considerate, professional, and supportive with answers and knowledge.

Maxwell Schander
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Phil Henderson and his team do a great job in providing thorough building inspections.  They  recently inspected a home that I have under contract to purchase and the service was excellent.  Additionally, Phil's team completed inspections on 3 commercial properties for a client of mine and everything went very well.  The client was very happy and the work was completed in a timely manner.
 
I would highly recommend Phil for anyone needing great service and quality work.
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Chris Bruce
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Dear Phil,
I just wanted to take a moment to let you know how pleased my husband and I were with your services. When we found ourselves in need of an inspection service to work  with we pulled from several sources; real estate agent, personal references, the internet and the social pages. After we contacted your company we were pleased to find not only did you have over 27 years of inspection experience, but that you could accommodate the unusual hours that we preferred. We really appreciate the information you exchanged with us on site during the inspection. Your attention to detail was excellent ! We also appreciated your suggestions of how we could possibly resolve problems. If we are ever in need of inspection services or have any recommendations solicited from us we will be sure to send them your way.

Thanks again, 
Krista McCampbell 


Phil snd his staff  are great to work with and he is very knowledgeable and trustworthy. He has great integrity and works in the best interest of colleagues and clients. Above and beyond the call of duty is what you get with him.  

​Tammy Smith client



​I know Phil both personally and professionally and turn to no other company when I need commercial building inspections. Shanks Properties has been in business over 15 years and invests $2-3 million annually in the local real estate market and we TRUST Phil and company to assist us in those investment decisions. He is my one and only referral when asked about building inspectors, both residential and commercial

David Shanks, client
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Summary: A+ work, A+ value, A+ guy

Phil Henderson and staff inspected a property on 4/18/16 that I am in the process of purchasing. They arrived 15 minutes early in a clean and professional looking van and was well dressed himself. Phil was friendly and sociable from the start. I chose to be present during the inspection and am very happy I did. The inspection began with them walking the roof and inspecting the exterior of the property. Next  they got out the drone and took aerial pictures of the roof and property. They had already found issues with the roof within the first 15 minutes. The inspection then moved inside where they meticulously inspected and photographed the entire house including the attic and crawl spaces. I chose to have the thermal imaging done during my inspection which uncovered that one of the walls had no insulation in it! The amount of information gathered from the thermal imaging was incredible. They showed me how he measured the AC inlet and outlet temperatures and could check for AC leaks with the thermal. I could go on and on about the thermal but for brevity sake I will say that I think it was worth every penny. From start to finish they were there for approx. 3 hours. They discovered multiple issues that I was unaware of and provided picture documentation of all of them. I chose to have Phil and his staff to  inspect my future home because I heard he was a good, honest guy that did quality work and am happy to report that all of these are true. I am thankful for the great work Phil's staff did and am confident that I know the true condition of the home I am purchasing. I asked Phil for multiple business cards before he left because I will be emphatically recommending him to everyone I know.

Raymond Pendley, client



"We first met Phil Henderson and staff when we commissioned Tennessee  Building Inspections to inspect a seemingly great investment, commercial property in 2016.  They  uncovered some hidden structural flaws and we have saved ourselves from potentially a very bad investment.  Since then, we've worked with Phil on four properties, which we successfully closed on with assurance for the strength of each investment that we could not have gauged without Phil's reports & input.  Each time, we were met with the same professionalism, enthusiasm, and individualized attention.  They understand that time is of the essence in all real estate transactions and is timely with both scheduling the inspection and producing the report.  His staff  are equipped with the latest technologies , though they are not afraid to get their hands dirty too, climbing and crawling into spaces that isn't visible off the street; we never question whether an item has been left unchecked.  With each inspection, Phil has personally followed up with us to go over the report and to answer our questions.  We are very grateful for his thorough, candid perspective, and look to no one else!"
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Miyuki  K. - Johnson City Investor



The most honest and reliable property inspectors in Knoxville Tennessee!

Cherish Candlish
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As an instructor at Pellissippi State I taught several of the courses offered for the Building Performance Analyst Certification.  I cannot express enough the insight and knowledge Mr. Henderson provided to our class concerning structural and mechanical aspects of a building.  Mr. Henderson scored perfectly in all areas of building science during the two week training course work and was my highest level performer in the field test.  

JK Inabinet


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