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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 Carolina, with expansion into Tennessee on the horizon. And the most surprising part? He’s never done a home inspection himself.

Brandon shares his incredible 20+ year journey from pest control technician to visionary business builder, revealing how organic growth, innovative marketing, and a relentless focus on team culture fueled his success. If you've ever wondered how to go from solo operator to multi-location empire, this episode is your roadmap.

You’ll hear how Brandon and his team tackled outdated processes, scaled through strategic hiring, and used cross-industry synergy (like pest control and inspections) to drive long-term revenue. Plus, discover why culture isn't about slogans on a wall, but about leadership that lives out its values daily.

Takeaways:

Growth starts with the right person, Brandon’s biggest expansions began with one talented hire.

Innovation is survival: From ditching Polaroids to embracing AI, tech has always been a game-changer.

Inside-the-park home runs: Scaling slowly but consistently leads to big wins without burnout.

Culture that lasts: Consistency, transparency, and humility keep great talent on your team.

Every market is a growth market, if you have the right mindset and model.

“If you can find the right first person, the snowball is much easier to roll down the hill.” - Brandon Lunsford

Whether you’re a solo inspector or scaling fast, this episode will leave you inspired to build something bigger, and better, than you thought possible.

Subscribe, share this episode with your team, and take 10 minutes today to journal about where your next “inside-the-park home run” might begin.

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