The restoration industry is adopting AI. Most of them are doing it wrong: chasing tools instead of solving problems. In this episode, Klark sits down with Sean Michael Lewis (CEO, Tier Level) and Toby Clem for an unfiltered conversation about what AI actually does for restoration business owners, and what it doesn't.In this episode (Part 1):Sean breaks down how he accidentally built $150,000 worth of software using AI, and what that means for your tech stack.Why starting with the problem (not the tool) is the only way to get value from AIThe leadership gap is growing in the restoration industry, and whether AI makes it better or worseDisaster Podcaster is hosted by Klark Brown, founder of Restoration Advisers and creator of the Modern Restoration Movement. Built for restoration company owners who think differently.#RestorationBusiness #DisasterRestoration #Restopreneurs #SmallBusiness #Podcast__________________________________________________________________________🏠 Check out more about us, what we do to help restorers, and more.https://restorationadvisers.com/👕 Get your very own Restoration AF Hoody and T-Shirts.https://restorationadvisers.com/home-2481📘 Want to go deeper on the 8% philosophy? Check out the 8% Restopreneurs™ book series: https://books.by/restoration-advisers🏫 Join the Restoration Business Academy: https://restorationadvisers.com/rba🗓️ Upcoming Aramsco Classes: https://restorationadvisers.com/aramsco/allclasses🏔️ Join us at our Montana Business Retreat: https://restorationadvisers.com/montana2026📩 Host contact:Klark Brown: Klark@hey.com