
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

Sep 1, 2023 • 1h 5min
Mastering Mental Clarity to Achieve Your Business Goals Faster
Sean Michael Crane is the founder and CEO of Unstoppable #365MFR, an Elite Self-Mastery Program for Men looking to maximize their results in all aspects of life. He is the host of the Unstoppable Mindset Podcast found on YouTube and all major platforms. Sean is also the best-selling author of his memoir “Prison Of Your Own, Break Free Of Limitations And Unlock Your True Potential,” which describes his journey from a hopeless adolescent, depressed and addicted to drugs and alcohol to a man living a life of purpose today. In this episode, we talked about growth mindsets, business relationships, fitness routines, discipline…

Aug 25, 2023 • 1h 15min
Skyrocketing Sales Through Effective Negotiation and Role-Playing Techniques
Brian Burton, VP of Sales at One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, shares his expertise in sales strategies and training. The conversation dives into the power of role-playing to boost confidence and reduce anxiety in sales. Burton discusses the transformative journeys in the home services industry, advocating for a mindset shift to enhance personal and team success. He highlights the importance of accountability, empathy in sales interactions, and fostering a supportive culture within organizations to achieve better outcomes.

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Aug 18, 2023 • 1h 22min
Q&A with Tommy - Fueling Employee Engagement With Equity Incentives
Discover how effective hiring strategies can revolutionize team dynamics. Dive into the role of equity incentives in boosting employee engagement. Learn about essential key performance indicators for optimizing business focus. Explore tailored sales training approaches that resonate with diverse personalities. Understand the significance of branding and marketing strategies in scaling a business. Plus, hear a personal journey of health transformation that parallels professional growth.

Aug 11, 2023 • 1h 32min
Strategies for Building a Powerful and Profitable Network
Joe Polish is the Founder of Genius Network®, one of the highest-level groups in the world for successful entrepreneurs, where he has helped build thousands of businesses and generated hundreds of millions of dollars for his clients. He is the host of three sales and marketing podcasts including iLoveMarketing.com, 10xTalk.com, and GeniusNetwork.com. Joe has also been featured in Fortune and Forbes for curating the annual Genius Network Event and the 100k Group. In this episode, we talked about marketing channels, building relationships, sales strategies…

Aug 4, 2023 • 38min
Sales and Marketing Secrets of an 8-Figure Roofing Entrepreneur
Lee Haight, CEO and owner of RRCA, a top 25 roofing company, discusses employee management, roofing services, and sales coaching. They also explore private equity's interest in the home service industry, improving a landscape entrepreneur's business, opportunities in the roofing industry, building a strong team, and their purpose and mission in helping others succeed.

Jul 28, 2023 • 1h 9min
KPI Growth Strategies to Scale Your Business from the Ground Up
Tom Peregrino, President of Service Nation, with over 25 years of experience in the home service industry, discusses KPIs, recruitment strategies, contractors, and the importance of managing numbers and taking action in scaling your business. He also talks about his journey from sales to company ownership, leadership style and growth strategies, understanding personality traits and using assessment tools, reaching out and connecting with others, and a discussion on the story of Abraham and Sarah.

Jul 21, 2023 • 57min
Know Your Numbers: The Role of Financial Clarity in Growing Your Business
Ian McCarthy is the CEO of the Blue Claw Group and president of the National Basketball League of Canada. Having a diverse professional background that includes accounting, landscaping, and basketball, he has an impressive knack for understanding the financial intricacies of running successful businesses. Known for his unique insights into company metrics and the art of navigating financial nuances, he has grown his landscaping business into a multi-million dollar company. In this episode, we talked about the importance of understanding your business numbers, leveraging technology, building better connections in the industry…

Jul 14, 2023 • 60min
The 8 Profit Activators You Can Trigger in Your Business Right Now
Dean Jackson, co-founder of 90-Minute Books and owner of NewInformation since 2003, shares marketing strategies, building customer relationships, multiplying profits through identifying opportunities, and implementing systems for business success.

Jul 7, 2023 • 1h 2min
Scaling Your Business with Robust Marketing and Strong Systems
Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about service agreements, business growth, marketing tools…

Jun 30, 2023 • 55min
How Automation Can 10x Business Efficiency And Slash Costs
Uzair Ahmed is a Solutions Consultant at Cottonwood Automation, a home-service business process automation and outsourcing firm mainly for plumbing and HVAC systems. After graduating with a degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Alberta, he started his career in a hybrid sales and technical role at Baker Hughes. Now, he works with business clients to reduce their costs by up to 60% through automating workflows and building an offshore team. In this episode, we talked about automation, employee appreciation, hiring and training strategies…
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