What Your Topeka House Is Hiding From You | Alex Buehler

Alex Buehler shares his journey from retail management to becoming Topeka's "Pi Guy" home inspector, offering insights into the surprising, dangerous, and sometimes creepy discoveries behind walls and underneath floors. His unexpected career change came after quitting his job without a plan, only to receive a call from an inspection company that would change his professional path forever.• Moving from retail to home inspection through an unexpected opportunity• Why he's known as "The Pi 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 reportsIf 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.________________________________________ 0:32 - Creepy House Discoveries9:39 - Meet Alex Buehler: The Pi Guy15:04 - Dangerous vs. Gross Inspection Finds27:50 - Code Inspection vs. Home Inspection32:10 - From Retail to Home Inspection37:15 - Foundation Issues and Spray Foam Fixes43:54 - Topeka Business Landscape ________________________________________Beyond the Podcast: 🎙️Be sure to follow our Topeka Insider Socials below and check out our website for additional stories and articles pertaining to Topeka, KSWebsite -- https://topekainsider.com/Facebook --- https://www.facebook.com/topekainsiderInstagram -- https://www.instagram.com/topekainsiderFollow Your Hosts: 📱Follow both Justin & Jon on their personal socials to get connected. They would love to connect and answer any questions about the show or their day to day.Jon Griffith's Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/thejongriffith/Justin Armbruster's Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/armbruster_jdFor Any Inquiries, please DM @TopekaInsider on Instagram!