The peace of mind is priceless. That is why it is better to pay a home inspection upfront than paying later for a repair.
Today, I welcome my guest, Austin Gray, the Owner and President of Gray Home Inspections Inc., one of the highly respected in-home inspection spaces in North East Florida.
In this episode, we are going to discuss the importance of home inspection in the real estate industry in the process of buying or selling a home to make sure that the property that you buy is not going to be a nightmare.
Let’s dive in and learn more about home inspection and the key behind his success.
[00:01 - 11:37] Opening Segment
- I welcome today’s guest, Austin Gray
- Austin shares his background and career journey.
[11:38 - 20:37] The Vision of Entrepreneurship
- The vision of entrepreneurship
- The driving force behind his success.
- Taking time and sacrifice for something bigger.
- When preparation meets the opportunity.
- How he maintains his company to always be on the cutting edge.
- Keeping the team and the culture together.
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- Creating opportunity and share the vision
[20:38 - 28:39] The Significance of Team Work
- Austin shares how he gains the knowledge of building and running his company.
- The key to his fathers’ success
- The significance of teamwork.
- Building referrals and network relationships.
[28:40 - 39:55] The Customers Approach in Home Inspection
- Austin talks about what the agents can expect from his home inspection company.
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- One-stop shop on the home inspection.
- Paint a picture on home inspection without freak anyone out.
- Austin’s approach in making home inspection reports.
- The significant role of following up and reaching up to the customers
[39:56 - 01:00:59] Pre-Slab Inspection
- The importance of home inspection on new constructions.
- Austin talks about his experience with the code inspectors.
- Three phases of inspections on the new constructions.
- Austin breaks down the process of Pre-Slab Inspection.
- Austin shares his experience on pre-slab inspections
- The lack of oversight on the building process.
- Spot check quality control in new property.
- Reasons not to rely only on the code inspectors and warranty.
- The long-term benefits of hiring a home inspector.
[01:05:50 - 01:12:36] Speed Round
- Is it more important of who you know or what you know?
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- Advantage and the disadvantage of mom and pop business compare to franchise business?
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- Mom and Pop business are using the hands-on approach and will be there with you every step of the way.
- Would you rather go to a jumbo shrimp game or Jaguars game
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- Travel bucket list
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- Connect with Austin
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- Final words
Tweetable Quotes:
“Having a vision is very important!” - Austin Gray.
“At the end of the day, we are just looking out for what’s best for everyone.” - Austin Gray.
“The people who surround you are playing a big role in your success.” - Austin Gray.
You can reach out to Austin on LinkedIn, and Facebook. To book a home inspection you can call or text to (904) 500-4729, email to info@grayinspects.com or check out his website at https://grayinspects.com/
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