In Part 1 of this powerful two-part episode, Ray Terry sits down with Alex Fisher and Josh Davis of Rhino Lift Foundation Solutions to talk business growth, foundation repair, and why integrity matters in the home services industry.

From rural roots in Mount Pleasant, NC to launching a multi-crew operation across North and South Carolina, Alex and Josh share how they built Rhino Lift from the ground up — starting with just the two of them working in crawlspaces — and growing into a 30-employee operation serving homeowners and commercial clients across the Carolinas.

This episode dives deep into:

• Helical pier foundation repair • Crawlspace encapsulation & waterproofing • Basement stabilization & structural wood repair • Concrete lifting & slab stabilization • The truth about fear-based sales tactics in foundation repair • Why transparency and education set their company apart

Ray also connects the conversation back to Put Tools in Schools, sharing stories from recent elementary school career days and emphasizing the urgent need to expose young students to skilled trades opportunities. From lag bolts to impact drivers, this episode celebrates hands-on learning, critical thinking, and the pride that comes with building something real.

You’ll also hear candid discussion about:

• College vs. trade pathways • Starting a business in your mid-20s • Growing responsibly without losing company culture • Expanding across the Southeast while elevating employees into leadership

If you’re a homeowner concerned about cracks, settlement, or moisture issues — or a young entrepreneur looking to build something meaningful in the trades — this episode delivers real-world insight from two leaders who are doing it the right way.