Shepherd’s Call Inspections

09/03/2026

🏠 ONE PROPERTY PER DAY. 100% UNCOMPROMISED FOCUS. 🏠
Most home inspectors race against the clock—rushing through 2 to 3 properties a day just to hit a high-volume quota.
At Shepherd’s Call Inspections™, we refuse to cut corners on your future investment. That’s why we have a strict rule: We book exactly ONE residential or commercial inspection per day.
When you hire David Stutesman, you are booking his absolute, undivided attention for a minimum of 3 to 4 hours—and all day long for larger estates and commercial properties.
🛠️ Why our clients choose un-rushed excellence:
• Veteran Construction Background: David brings over 25 years of real-world field experience in residential and commercial building construction—including expert framing, foundations, masonry, stucco, and drywall installation.
• Veteran Roofing Expertise: Having spent many years as a professional residential and commercial roofing installer, David knows roofs inside and out. If your roof can safely be walked, he physically climbs up on it. No quick shortcuts with driveway drone flyovers or binoculars.
• True Physical Entry: We don't just peek our heads into an access hatch. If there is clearance, we physically crawl deep into attics and crawlspaces to look firsthand for hidden issues before they cost you thousands.
• Fierce Client Advocacy: We work strictly for you—the buyer. We aren't there to rush a report just to make a real estate deal go through. We stay on-site until every single one of your questions is fully answered in plain language.
• Same-Day Interactive Reports: You receive an exhaustive, high-resolution HTML digital report sent securely to your inbox the very same day.
Don't settle for a rushed, 90-minute walkthrough on the largest financial investment of your life. Get the peace of mind you deserve.

08/24/2026

NEW DOESN’T MEAN IT’S DEFECT-FREE
These photos are from multiple different new-construction homes and are just a few examples of what can be found on a new construction build.

• Damaged electrical service conductors
• Damaged roof coverings
• Damaged plumbing vent boot/flashing
• Visible microbial-type growth/discoloration on attic framing
• Damaged roof framing members
• Attic insulation below the documented/certified level
• Improper siding installation
• Flashing sloped toward the structure
• Water-entry points at exterior columns
• Moisture observed within wall areas
• Low areas on porch surfaces allowing water to accumulate

New construction doesn’t eliminate the possibility of installation defects, damage, moisture intrusion, or items simply being overlooked during construction.

A home can look brand new and still have conditions that deserve attention.

Don’t assume a new home is defect-free, and don’t skip an independent inspection just because the home is new.

New Construction Specialist
Pre-Pour Inspections • Pre-Drywall Inspections • Final Inspections • Re-Inspections

Shepherd’s Call Inspections
251-689-7531
Protecting You, One Service at a Time.
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07/29/2026

You never know what may be hidden inside an appliance.

This was observed inside the freezer compartment during a home inspection. The area around the ice-maker assembly exhibited extensive heat- and fire-related damage, including melted components, charring, and damage to the interior freezer lining.

The refrigerator was still energized, and the ice-maker assembly was actively producing smoke. Due to the immediate electrical and fire-safety concern, the refrigerator was immediately disconnected from the power source.

This is why a thorough home inspection is so important. Some of the most significant defects are hidden from plain sight and may not be discovered until someone takes the time to look.

Shepherd’s Call Inspections
Protecting You, One Service at a Time.

07/04/2026

05/12/2026

New Construction Doesn’t Mean Defect-Free

This issue was observed during a recent new construction inspection — multiple electrical breakers not fully seated/secured within the electrical panel.

While this may seem minor at first glance, electrical components that are not properly installed can potentially affect performance, reliability, or safety and warrant further evaluation/correction by a qualified electrician.

New homes can have overlooked items just like older homes, which is why a thorough inspection remains important — even on brand-new construction.

A home may be new to you, but that doesn’t always mean it’s finished right.

📍 Shepherd’s Call Inspections 251-689-7531
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Serving Baldwin County and surrounding areas.

04/27/2026

“Brand new” doesn’t always mean done right.

During this new construction inspection, I found inconsistent insulation levels throughout the attic. Some areas measured significantly higher, while others were noticeably lower when checked with a measuring tape.

Insulation isn’t just about having it—it’s about having it installed evenly and correctly. When coverage varies like this, it can lead to reduced efficiency, uneven temperatures, and higher energy costs over time.

This isn’t something most buyers would ever see without getting into the attic and actually checking it.

That’s why inspections still matter—even on brand new homes.

If you’re buying, building, or approaching your 11-month warranty, it’s worth taking a closer look before it becomes your problem. Call/text 251-689-7531 Shepherdscallinspections.com