
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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Jan 19, 2024 • 1h 5min
Team-Centric Growth: Prioritizing People and Culture for Business Success
Josh Jerge, founder and CEO of Smart Roof Inc., discusses setting prices, sales strategies, clear financials, and team building. He emphasizes the importance of financial clarity, focusing on KPIs, and aligning the business with a clear vision. He highlights the significance of charging a premium for quality and prioritizing customer needs. The chapter also emphasizes the importance of positive company culture, transformative books, and taking responsibility for one's own success.

Jan 12, 2024 • 1h 3min
The Power of Alter Egos: Shaping Success by Creating A Winning Identity
Todd Herman is an author, speaker, and coach focused on mental toughness, leadership, and peak performance who’s been featured on NFL Films, Fox Sports, PBS, Entrepreneur, and the Today Show. His training programs have been delivered to over 2,000,000 people and have won numerous awards, including the 'Global Leadership & Skill Development Program of the Year' twice. He is the best-selling author of The Alter Ego Effect: The Power of Secret Identities to Transform Your Life, which has been translated into 11 languages. In this episode, we talked about alter egos, better work habits, sales tactics, goal setting...

Jan 5, 2024 • 50min
Striking Gold in Business Using The Seven Ones Method
David Ian Wood, Founder of Focus.ceo, one of the world's largest coaching businesses, talks about lead generation, marketing, business focus, doubling revenue and time off for business owners, strategies for growth in the home service industry, defining a target market, mastering one traffic source for business success, and building a business for financial freedom and opportunity.

Dec 29, 2023 • 1h 4min
Attracting and Hiring A-Players Through Next-Gen Recruitment Strategies
Jody Underhill, Senior Partner at RapidHirePro.com, specializes in recruitment for the home service industry and has transformed marketing strategies for over 150 businesses. He shares innovative recruitment techniques and emphasizes the power of branding in attracting top talent. The discussion delves into effective pay structures that lure high performers and explores the dynamics of team morale influenced by core values. Jody also highlights adapting hiring practices post-COVID and the essential role of a strong company culture in engaging exceptional talent.

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Dec 22, 2023 • 1h
Q&A with Tommy - Crafting Smarter Business Moves with Data and Analytics
Tommy Mello, founder of A1 Garage Doors, shares insights on business expansions, booking rates, recruitment and retention strategies, and data analysis. Topics covered include discounting strategies, targeting the right clients, automating data analysis, networking in marketing, sacrifices in business, and the importance of reviews.

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Dec 15, 2023 • 1h 13min
Creating 99 Millionaires with America’s Plumbing Hero
John Akhoian, Founder and CEO of Rooter Hero, shares his experience in franchising and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. They discuss business growth, financial challenges, and the importance of financial stability. They also emphasize the value of mentors, learning from successful franchisees, and forming great habits. They explore the use of alcohol testing, accessibility for clients, and recommend books, tools, and advice for growth.

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Dec 8, 2023 • 60min
Secrets of the $500M Goliath of the Home Service Industry
Frank DiMarco, CEO of Service Champions Group with over 30 years of operational experience in the home services industry, discusses growth strategies, operations, business acquisition, contrasting management styles, reflections on the HVAC industry, marketing strategies, building LTV, being picky about businesses, integrating companies, and building strong relationships within the home service industry.

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Dec 1, 2023 • 1h 3min
Saying It Right: Strategies for Effective Customer Communication
Topics include public speaking, business strategies, people skills, the power of little things, creating a memorable customer experience, unshakeable faith and positive transformations, and thinking differently in the home service industry.

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Nov 24, 2023 • 1h 21min
Q&A with Tommy - How to Engineer Brands and Businesses That Sell Themselves
Discover how to build a winning team and implement processes that boost profitability. Explore key performance indicators that enhance sales techniques and ensure financial oversight. Learn to navigate the fears of scaling a home service business while fostering strong relationships for lasting success. Dive into marketing strategies crucial for growth and the financial choices between leasing and buying. Finally, gain insights on advertising challenges and the journey of creating a legacy through effective team-building.

Nov 17, 2023 • 1h 1min
How to Increase Your Profits and Transform Your Business By Buying Back Your Time
Dan Martell, serial entrepreneur and coach, discusses topics such as overcoming addiction, the power of valuing your time, and empowering team members in this episode. He shares personal stories about his past struggles and how ADHD can be a superpower for entrepreneurs. The importance of focus and faith in personal transformation is also emphasized.
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