• Moving from retail to home inspection through an unexpected opportunity
• Why he's known as "The Pie Guy" across Topeka
• Terrifying structural issues including support beams cut for laundry chutes
• Common problems found in almost every home inspection
• The padlocked freezer story and other creepy discoveries
• The difference between code compliance and safety concerns
• Why spray foam and Flex Seal are terrible foundation repair solutions
• Importance of monthly air filter changes for homes with pets
• Challenges and opportunities in the Topeka business landscape
• Only 2 homes out of thousands had completely clean inspection reports
If you're considering starting a business, Alex recommends patience - expect minimal traction for three months, limited business connections by month six, and a full year before customers reach out to you directly. Plan on three years before you'll feel truly established.
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0:32 - Creepy House Discoveries
9:39 - Meet Alex Buehler: The Pie Guy
15:04 - Dangerous vs. Gross Inspection Finds
27:50 - Code Inspection vs. Home Inspection
32:10 - From Retail to Home Inspection
37:15 - Foundation Issues and Spray Foam Fixes
43:54 - Topeka Business Landscape
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