Rick Hamik was at a turning point in his life when he saw an ad for a home inspection franchise. With his construction background, he thought this would be a good fit to move forward and started HomeBiz Inspection Team and REH Restorations.
The HomeBiz Inspection Team performs whole house inspections and radon measurements, mostly for real estate transactions. HomeBiz is unique in the fact that they use highly trained heating, ventilation and air conditioning technicians with every inspection. REH Restorations is licensed by the State of Nebraska to install radon mitigation systems.
Tell us a little about your family.
I grew up in a large family, while my wife, MB, is from a small family. That has resulted in some interesting contrasts. We have a beautiful daughter, Mikkel, who is currently a graduate student at the University of Exeter, in the UK. Our home has almost always included a cat, mostly Siamese. “Tonks” is our current feline family member.
What do you see as one of the biggest turning points in your life?
There were two turning points in my life. One is when I married my wife 36 years ago and two, the birth of our wonderful daughter.
What is your favorite thing to do on a day off?
Patio time with my family, grilling and smoking meats, vegetables and anything else I can fit into the smoker. I also enjoy playing golf.
What is the most unique or interesting thing about you that most people probably don’t know?
That I spent two years in the Seminary.
What are you the most proud of?
My family and our businesses.
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
My father once told me that if you do not learn something new every day, you are not paying attention.
What is the one goal you would most like to accomplish?
To spend more leisure time with my wife and family (so I can play more golf).
How would your friends describe you?
I think they would describe me as friendly, fun loving, steady and dependable.
What is your greatest talent that you don’t utilize in your daily work life?
I was a brick mason for over 35 years, a trade that I learned from my father. Creating masonry artistry is something that I now rarely do.
Which talent would you most like to have?
I love and enjoy music. I would like to be able to sing.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
To be more organized in most aspects of my life.
What is your favorite book or the last good book you read?
I love spy novels, Robert Ludlum and John Le Carre’. I am currently reading Black Elk Speaks by John G. Neihardt.
What is your favorite movie?
Silverado, and the Star Wars movies come to mind.
What is your favorite TV show?
Masterpiece Theatre and Castle.
What is your favorite Lincoln restaurant?
The Parthenon and Tandoor.
If you could have dinner with one famous person from the past or present, who would it be?
Hank Aaron has been my idol since childhood. I would love to be able to talk to him about his philosophy on life after his experiences with the public during his chase for the home run record in baseball.
What is the best way to reach you?
Call me at HomeBiz Inspection Team and REH Restorations at 402 488-8112 or visit us online at http://www.homebizinspection.com