
The Home Service Expert Podcast
The Home Service Expert podcast is the No. 1 podcast for ambitious home service entrepreneurs, whether they are in plumbing, HVAC or another niche. In this show, Tommy Mello, a $200M business founder, will talk with the best entrepreneurs and experts in the home service industry and beyond, to share insights that have made them successful: from the newest marketing tools to the best scaling strategies. Previous podcast guests include Terry Nicholson (former national trainer of NYSE-listed home services company), Craig Smith (President of HomeAdvisor, a home services marketplace valued at $2B+), Cameron Herold (former COO of three $100M+ companies), etc.
Latest episodes

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Jun 7, 2024 • 1h 32min
Inside The Franchise Playbook: From Startups to Scalable Empires
Dan Claps, CEO of Voda Cleaning & Restoration, discusses franchising strategies, local service ads, lead generation. Topics include emotional aftermath of selling a business, restoration industry insights, building a supportive franchise network, optimizing lead categorization, customer trust, and exceptional customer experience.

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May 31, 2024 • 1h 16min
Unlocking Millionaire Success Habits with Dean Graziosi
Professional speaker, author, and co-founder of Mastermind.com, Dean Graziosi, discusses work-life balance, product strategies, marketing initiatives, and the importance of family influence and time management for entrepreneurial success. The podcast also delves into digital brochures, recurring revenue models, mentorship in the car sales industry, and navigating challenges in entrepreneurship.

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May 24, 2024 • 1h 1min
Q&A With Tommy - Maximizing Local Leads and Clicks for Your Business
Tommy Mello, founder of A1 Garage Doors, shares insights on marketing investments, equity programs, and ad spending. Topics include acquiring a pre-existing business, maximizing local leads, optimizing growth strategies, acquiring HVAC businesses, maximizing ROI on ad spend, managing cultural changes, and building a profitable home service business.

May 17, 2024 • 57min
An Inside Look Into A1 Garage Doors’ Strategies for Cultivating Top-tier Technicians
Alisa Imperial from A1 Garage Door Services discusses technician training, customer service, employee engagement, and creating exceptional customer experiences. The podcast highlights the rigorous training process and high standards for technicians, the importance of creating a positive work environment, and empowering technicians through continuous learning and support.

May 10, 2024 • 1h 14min
How to Scale a Highly Profitable Brand: Innovating and Marketing for Success
Chris Hunter, CEO of Koia and author of 'Blackout Punch', shares insights on business risks, resilience, distribution, and marketing strategies. The podcast delves into the entrepreneurial journey, embracing risk and reward, owning the customer in niche markets, and navigating brand growth strategies.

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May 3, 2024 • 1h 5min
Transforming Conversations into Conversions: Strategies for Sales Success
Joe Crisara, a sales education expert, discusses sales strategies in the home service sector, emphasizing the evolution of pricing strategies and the importance of mentorship. The conversation delves into the significance of delivering exceptional customer service, optimizing pricing, and empowering service providers through valuable resources like Service MVP.

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Apr 26, 2024 • 1h 21min
The Power of Sales Psychology to Drive More Revenue And Profits
Jeremy Miner, a renowned sales coach, delves into sales psychology, communication tones, and effective selling strategies. Topics include pattern interrupts, negotiating high commissions, leveraging emotions in sales, navigating sales dynamics, mastering sales psychology techniques, innovative door-to-door sales strategies, insights into sales mindset and training, and enhancing sales skills through advanced training programs.

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Apr 19, 2024 • 1h 2min
Q&A With Tommy - Strategic Methods For Expanding A Business Sustainably
Tommy Mello, founder of A1 Garage Doors, shares valuable insights on investments, scaling businesses, CRM systems, and optimizing performance in this episode. Topics include employee retention, transitioning to specialized services, implementing performance-based pay structures, and standardizing processes for scalability.

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Apr 12, 2024 • 60min
Accelerating Business Growth through Text Messaging and Automation
Ryan Fenn, Founder of CHIIRP, discusses using text messaging automation for home service businesses to boost ROI. Topics include lead generation, text message promotion, leveraging automation for follow-ups and reviews, maximizing efficiency for lead conversion, and using specialized roles for improved efficiency.

Apr 5, 2024 • 1h 5min
Maximizing Energy and Impact with The Ten Disciplines
Gino Wickman, founder of EOS Worldwide, discusses inner fulfillment, self-awareness, and balancing drive with peace for entrepreneurs. He shares insights on achieving inner peace and maximizing impact through 10 disciplines, emphasizing the importance of disconnecting from work to recharge. The podcast explores authenticity in relationships and the significance of balancing outer success with personal growth for entrepreneurs.
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