Inspector Empire Builder

⁠⁠Send us a text Building a home inspection company from scratch? This episode breaks down what actually works, how to ramp from zero to steady bookings, add team members the right way, and build a culture people fight to be part of. If you want a business that outlives your toolbelt, this one’s for you. What You’ll Learn: → The real reason solo inspection businesses sell for less, and how to buil...

Send us a text What if the plumbing system in your home is a ticking time bomb, and no one told you? In this eye-opening episode of Inspector Empire Builder, host Matt Williams sits down with home inspection veteran John Bolton to dig deep into a growing controversy that could impact millions of homes: is PEX piping heading down the same disastrous path as polybutylene and Kitec? Home inspectors,...

⁠Send us a text What if the key to scaling your business, reducing burnout, and changing lives globally was sitting in your inbox? In this episode of Inspector Empire Builder, we dive into the growing world of virtual assistants, and how hiring the right one can be the catalyst your business has been waiting for. Whether you’ve never hired a VA or you're looking to upgrade your staffing strategy,...

⁠Send us a text  What if the secret to growing your inspection business isn't in your report, but in the first 7 seconds? In this episode of Inspector Empire Builder, host Matt Williams welcomes Katie York from Spectora to talk about a topic that could transform your inspection business: building trust. From the moment a potential client lands on your website to the final delivery of a report, tru...

⁠Send us a text Is one bad hire really that big of a deal? What if it’s costing you more than just a paycheck, what if it’s tanking morale, wrecking your reputation, and secretly burning hundreds of thousands of dollars? In this episode, host Matt Williams sits down with business leader and coach Chris Enright to unpack the hidden, often devastating costs of bringing the wrong person onto your tea...

⁠Send us a text What happens when your business goals collide with real-life challenges, and you decide to level up anyway? In this episode recorded live at the IEB Unite Conference, we sit down with the always-energizing Trandon to talk about business growth, blended families, and bold faith. Trandon’s story isn’t just about alarms and referrals, it’s about building a life and a legacy with inten...

⁠Send us a text What does it really take to scale a home inspection business across state lines, without ever picking up a flashlight yourself? In this episode of the Inspector Empire Builder podcast, we sit down with Brandon Lunsford, a true veteran in the home services industry who has grown a thriving, multi-million-dollar inspection business operating across Georgia, North Carolina, and South...

⁠Send us a text Are you stuck on the treadmill, busy every day, but unsure how to grow your home inspection business without burning out? This episode tackles the fear of hiring, the chaos of doing it all yourself, and the shift from “inspector mindset” to “owner mindset” that unlocks real, repeatable growth. Jim and Linda from Full Circle Home Inspectors share their candid, boots-on-the-ground st...

⁠Send us a text  What if everything you know about digital marketing is about to become obsolete? In this episode, we tackle the fast-moving wave of Artificial Intelligence and what it means for home inspectors who want to stay relevant, searchable, and thriving in a changing world. If your website, SEO strategy, or online presence hasn’t been updated with AI in mind, you’re already falling behind...

⁠Send us a text Are you leaving money on the table as a home inspector? This episode could change the entire trajectory of your business. What if we told you there’s a way to turn one inspection into a multi-touch, high-value relationship, earning up to $4,000 per client while becoming the hero who saves real estate deals instead of killing them? In this episode of Inspector Empire Builder, Matt w...

⁠Send us a text Most inspectors avoid solar panels. Why? Because they’re not in the SOP, and they’re shrouded in mystery. No noise, no moving parts, no red flags… until a buyer asks, “Does it even work?” In this episode, host Matt Williams welcomes Cory Vanderpool from Sprk to tackle a growing challenge in the inspection world, how to confidently evaluate solar panels during a home inspection. Cor...

⁠Send us a text Most inspection business owners start out doing everything themselves, but what happens when you want to scale beyond a one-man show? If your systems rely too heavily on you, growth will always hit a ceiling. So how do you grow a business intentionally, one that can thrive even when you step away? In this episode of the Inspector Empire Builder podcast, host Matt Williams sits down...

⁠Send us a text Most home inspectors don’t get punched in the nuts on their way into the business. Aaron Shishilla did, and it changed everything. In this episode of the Inspector Empire Builder podcast, Matt Williams sits down with Aaron from WolfPack Advising to uncover the wild path that took him from deli worker to leading marketing expert for home inspection companies. If you’re a business ow...

Send us a text In today's episode of the Inspector Empire Builder podcast, host Matt Williams sits down with Ryan Nelson, a former home inspector and Inspector Empire Builder (IEB) member, to explore the transformative power of IEB’s mastermind community. Ryan, now based in Kansas City after 12 years in the inspection industry, shares his journey from solopreneur to multi-inspector owner, navigati...

⁠Send us a text In today's episode of the Inspector Empire Builder podcast, host Matt Williams welcomes Chris Cochran, the newest coach on the Inspector Empire Builder (IEB) team, to discuss thriving as a solopreneur in the home inspection industry. Chris, a retired Navy Intel Officer turned home inspector, shares his journey from starting a solo business in Arkansas, scaling to a multi-inspector...

⁠⁠Send us a text In this episode of Inspector Empire Builder (IEB), Mark Hummel, CEO of IEB, discusses the remarkable growth in the real estate inspection industry during Q2 2025. Mark shares insights from an IEB poll revealing that 83% of inspection companies are shattering records, driven by pent-up demand and savvy business strategies. The conversation explores the critical shift from technicia...

⁠Send us a text Join us on Inspector Empire Builder as we sit down with Rob Sutherland, founder of Pro Broker Agency, a boutique call center revolutionizing outbound calling for real estate and home inspection businesses. Rob shares his journey from working at REMAX to launching a specialized service that connects home inspectors with realtors through personalized, high-skill outbound calls. With...

⁠Send us a text In this episode of Inspector Empire Builder, host Matt Williams sits down with Remington Ramsey, founder of Real Producers magazine, to uncover how this innovative platform is transforming the real estate industry. Starting from his days selling Cutco knives as closing gifts, Remington shares his journey of creating a "business in a box" that connects top real estate agents with el...

⁠Send us a text In this episode, Charlie, a seasoned home inspector from Chicago, joins the host and co-host Chris Enright in Albuquerque to share his unconventional approach to building a thriving $2 million home inspection business. Starting his company in 1993, Charlie reveals how the birth of his first child sparked a drive to provide, leading to a lean, automated operation that prioritizes di...

Send us a text Join host Matt Williams on Inspector Empire Builder, the podcast revolutionizing the home inspection industry and beyond, as he sits down with Mark Hummel for another dynamic episode of "Hanging with Hummel." This engaging conversation dives into the heart of personal growth, exploring how confidence and leadership development are critical to building thriving businesses. From navig...

⁠Send us a text Join us on this episode of the Inspector Empire Builder Podcast as we dive into the world of inspection software with Matt Williams and Jeff Jones, the founder and CEO of QuickInspect. Jeff shares his journey from a tech industry veteran to building a scalable, all-in-one platform designed to streamline and grow home inspection businesses. From intuitive report writing to robust su...

Send us a text In this episode, Matt Williams interviews Jamie Ward from Simple Solutions Call Center, discussing the intricacies of sales, customer service, and the evolution of the call center industry. Jamie shares her journey from a sales position in the home inspection industry to founding her own call center, highlighting the importance of identifying market gaps and providing tailored solut...

Send us a text In this episode of the Empire State of Mind podcast, host Matt Williams engages with Kyle Jensen and Carl Mayer, two home inspectors navigating the challenges of scaling their businesses. They discuss the importance of accountability, the decision to hire, and the significance of soft skills in the hiring process. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of involving family in...

Send us a text In this episode of the Empire State of Mind podcast, host Matt Williams engages in a lively conversation with guests Christopher Enright and Erin K. Guyton. They dive into the dynamics of competition in business, sharing personal experiences with competitiveness and the importance of it as a driving force for growth. Additionally, they reflect on family retreats, leadership accounta...

Send us a text In this episode of Empire State of Mind, host Matt Williams sits down with the Florida Building Inspection (FBI) Group to discuss their journey in the home inspection industry. With special guests Tom Frey and Dusty Amatangelo, they dive into the origins of FBI Group, the challenges and rewards of scaling their business, and how they've expanded beyond inspections to include mold as...