Renovating in Charleston? A new kitchen or deck may look great on the surface, but if the work wasn’t done with a proper building permit, it could become a legal and financial headache later — especially when it’s time to sell. Many Lowcountry homeowners don’t realize that even small renovations can require city, town or county permits. And in today’s market — where home prices remain high and more buyers are turning to fixer-uppers or recently flipped properties — understanding when you need...

The Shine of a Flip — and the Risks Beneath It With Charleston’s home prices staying high, more and more buyers are turning to lower-priced neighborhoods and freshly renovated “flipped” homes that promise move-in-ready charm. These properties often look beautiful at first glance — fresh paint, updated kitchens, and brand new floors — but beneath the surface, nothing else may have been fixed. At Solid Ground Home Inspections , we’ve seen homes that look picture-perfect yet have aged roofs and...

Strengthen Your Home's Defenses from Severe Weather Each year more and more Americans across the country are experiencing severe weather...