Home inspection in Guion, Arkansas.
Closer Look Inspectors offers home inspections in Guion, Izard County, Arkansas. Guion homes are inspected by a local partner in our Arkansas network, and every report is photo-mapped and delivered within 24 hours.
Why Guion homes need a local read
Guion was nearly destroyed by a tornado on April 10, 1929, and sand mining is its most important industry.
History: Established as a river landing (originally Wild Haws Landing); Renamed Guion on April 24, 1903, likely for railroad official J. H. Guion.
Housing: The April 10, 1929 tornado destroyed nearly the whole town, leaving only four buildings standing; State Highway 58 through town was paved in 1962.
Around town: State Highway 58 and the White River.
Setting: Elevation of about 308 feet.
Water, flooding and moisture in Guion
Water nearby: White River, on whose northeast side the town lies.
Flood history: The town has experienced several floods.
EPA's Map of Radon Zones places Izard County in Zone 2 (predicted average indoor levels of 2 to 4 pCi/L). EPA notes that homes vary within any zone, so the map does not predict a single house.
Ozark hill-country homes.
Illustrative photos of the kinds of homes and conditions found in this area.
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Every Guion inspection is documented in a clear, photo-mapped digital report delivered within 24 hours and written in plain English.
Common questions.
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