The Home Improvement Report: Recent Episodes
Gary Neidert
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
Welcome to today’s episode where Kyle Cox, founder of Blindster.com, is my guest. It’s been one year since Kyle was on The Home Improvement Report and I know a lot of has happened since we talked. Recently he finished an updated to his website, which was a big undertaking. I’m looking forward to finding out how that went, along with everything else that’s taken place since last October.
When it’s time to update your window treatments in your home, make sure you check out Blindster.com
I’m constantly searching for new information in the home improvement industry that consumers and homeowners will enjoy. Also, I’m working on lining up some fantastic guest that I know you will get some great insight from. And I bet you probably know someone that would be a great guest for The Home Improvement Report, right? Let me know a little about them and their story. I’m always looking for great stories of business successes. You know, the story behind the story.
Contact me if you have questions regarding today’s podcast.
I’m Gary Neidert and you’ve just experienced The Home Improvement Report Podcast.
Call me - 972.771.7899.
Thanks for listening.
Improvement vs. innovation. Improvement is usually incrementally adding new features. Innovation can turn an industry on it’s head because of being so unique and relevant to the consumer.
Today, I’m introducing to you Torii Industries. An innovator in an established industry.
Today’s episode was recorded on August 26, 2021. My guest today is John Hynds. He’s the Co-Founder and COO of Torii Industries. We talk about the fantastic innovations Torri has introduced to the tankless water heater industry. I had a great time talking with John and enjoyed learning about the new technology that has gone into the design process.
Live events are coming back to life. Dallas Market Center sees record attendance o https://tradeshowexecutive.com/june-t...
World of Concrete held in Vegas-good event o https://www.tsnn.com/news/world-concr...
People coming back sporting events, in person o NASCAR-although NASCAR restricted the number of people that could attend some events.
SEMA is coming back o https://www.eventmarketer.com/article...
Texas State Fair will be back this fall
For the company that sells home improvement products and services to homeowners, you can show and sell. Live and in person, face to face.
Today, you’re watching and listening to You can Show and Sell: Marketing in Live Events.
Hello, my name is Gary Neidert and for almost 30 years, I've worked with companies of all sizes and types, companies just like yours, helping them to increase sales revenue.
Your Next Step
If you have decided to market your business in live events, like our home and garden shows, find out when events that attracts your target clients are scheduled. Then go all in and reserve a booth! You’ll be glad you did.
Thanks for watching and listening to today’s presentation- You Can Show and Sell: Marketing in Live Events.
I’m Gary Neidert and for almost 30 years, I've worked with companies of all sizes and types, companies just like yours, helping them to increase sales revenue.
Call or email me today and request information on exhibiting in home and garden shows in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, Texas and other parts of the country. Send me an email and put “rocket science” in the subject line. I’ll send you a free report titled “It’s Not Rocket Science”.
Send your email to gary@showtechnology.com. Or call me at 972-771-7899.
Don’t wait. Contact me, Gary Neidert, today and let’s get you started on your journey to Show and Sell in Live events, live and in person, face to face. You know, events like home and garden shows where you can find leads, appointments, and sales.
I look forward to speaking with you soon.
Several years ago, I heard a real estate investor/guru make a statement about sellers, time and circumstance.
I adapted and changed his statement a little. I now say, “all things change with time and circumstance”.
Well, after eighteen months and changing circumstances….things have indeed changed.
As you well know, a lot has happened in the last eighteen months.
November of 2019, I left IEI/The Texas Home and Garden Shows. Then early in 2020 COVID hit and live events went away. Things were tough in the show industry. Several businesses ceased to exist.
At the time of this recording, June 2021, we’re halfway into 2021 and things are loosening up. Live events are beginning to take place and people are ready to attend them. Which leads me to the following press release that I want you to know about:
Show Technology Productions Launches
New Home & Garden Shows in Fort Worth & Dallas, Texas
Show Technology Productions, one of the premier producers of Consumer Home & Garden and Christmas Showcase events, has launched a new series of Home & Garden Shows in both Fort Worth and Dallas, Texas. The series will kick off this Fall August 13-15th at the Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth and will continue into 2022 with spring and fall events occurring thereafter annually in both markets. The Dallas shows will take place at Dallas Market Hall.
The addition of the Fort Worth spring and fall shows as well as a spring and fall show in Dallas at the Dallas Market Hall brings the Show Technology portfolio to 22 shows in 16 markets, twelve of these shows take place in Texas!
“As the largest producer of consumer Home & Garden events in Texas, the Fort Worth and Dallas markets were a logical expansion of our current footprint,” said Pam Rogers, Vice-President of Strategic Planning for Show Technology Productions. “As a Texas-based company we are thrilled to add these robust and growing markets to our already considerable Texas portfolio.”
Show Technology currently operates nine other home & garden events in Texas including Corpus Christi, El Paso, Frisco, Allen, and Midland, as well as the largest Christmas event in the state, which is held in San Antonio, Texas. Additional show markets include Florida, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Canada.
FALL EVENTS COMING UP NEAR YOU IN TEXAS
Fort Worth Home & Garden Show
*Will Rogers Memorial Coliseum*
August 13-15, 2021
Corpus Christi Fall Home and Garden Show
American Bank Center
September 10-12, 2021
Collin County Fall Home and Garden Show
Allen Event Center
September 17-19, 2021
El Paso Fall Home and Garden Show
El Paso Convention Center
October 1-3, 2021
Not only are live events and home and garden shows back….so am I.
Circumstances have allowed me to be back in the home and garden show industry.
Starting this month, June 2021, I’ll be selling exhibit space for Show Technology.
Mostly, I’ll be selling the Dallas Home and Garden Show. However, I will be able to sell Fort Worth and the other shows that Show Technology produces.
Is it time for you to sell your home improvement products and services in live events again? If yes, let me know. I’ll be glad to tell you more about the Dallas show and more.
Call me at 972-771-7899 or send an email to gary@showtechnology.com
Thanks for watching. Thanks for listening.
I look forward to talking with you soon.
Welcome to today’s episode where I talk about “What is it about November?”.
I’m recording this episode on November 18, 2020. Since the Covid disruption began in March, it’s been about 247 days or eight months and two days. The good news: we only have forty-four days, or one month and fourteen days, until January 1, 2021.
What’s your prediction for 2021? Will it be better than 2020? What new innovations will we see? Have you set some audacious goals? Let me know your thoughts.
Really, what is it about November? On this episode, I’m going to look the month of November and some life changing events that have taken place in my life during this month.
Welcome to today’s episode where I talk about “Live Events, Trade Shows and the future”.
I’m recorded this episode on November 3, 2020. Since the Covid disruption began in March, it’s been 232 days or seven months and 18 days. The good news: we only have fifty nine days, or one month and twenty nine days, until January 1, 2021. What’s your prediction for 2021? Will it be better than 2020? What new innovations will we see? What will live events like trade shows, home and garden shows, fairs and more look like?
Last week I attended a local trade show to see some people I knew and just check out the event. Since it was a trade show, it was closed to the public. Often, a trade show will not have the attendance volume as a consumer event, such as a home and garden show.
Sure enough, at the time I was there, the attendance was very light. However, one of the people I went to see was able to make some good contacts.
Welcome to today’s episode where I talk about “Covid, Homeowners and Their DIY Projects” and how that’s working out for the future.
This episode was recorded on October 27, 2020. Since the Covid disruption began in March, it’s been 226 days or seven months and 12 days. The good news: we only have sixty six days, or two months and five days, until January 1, 2021. Do we start fresh or will it be a continuation of this crazy mess? What do you think?
During the past seven months, I’ve heard there were more DIY projects because of having to stay home. When digging deeper into the information, it appears it was only a spike in a declining trend.
Welcome to today’s episode where Kyle Cox, founder of Blindster.com, is my guest.
I’d been looking forward to talking with Kyle for a few weeks and knew that he had some great information to share about starting his first window treatment company, selling it to Home Depot and starting Blindster five years later.
So, listen close my conversation with Kyle now. I know you will enjoy.
I bet you probably know someone that would be a great guest for The Home Improvement Report, right? Let me know a little about them and their story. I’m always looking for great stories of business successes. You know, the story behind the story.
What about you being a guest on The Home Improvement Report? I would love to hear and record your story of success.
Check us out on our website: TheHomeImprovementReport.com. And of course you can also go to iTunes, Spotify, iHeart Radio and more. Subscribe to the podcast and listen to the previous episodes of The Home Improvement Report.
Contact me if you have questions regarding today’s podcast.
I’m Gary Neidert and you’ve just experienced The Home Improvement Report Podcast.
Welcome to today’s episode where I’m talking about “Lights. Camera. Podcast!’. Wait! I thought we were going to talk about podcasting. How’s that work with lights and a camera?
Episode 47 I talked about using video in your business to help get more leads, communicate with your prospects, and develop trust with your viewers.
Here’s a a brief recap.
The problem you’re facing:
You already know this but, it’s getting more difficult to capture your prospects and client’s attention…and will get worse as time goes on
It’s a fact that your prospects/clients are bombarded with information from:
- advertising messages
- social media
- family activities
The bottom line….business is becoming more complicated with every passing day. And, on top of what I’ve mentioned, we're dealing with the COVID thing.
You need something that will help you cut through the clutter of information, help you build trust with your prospects/clients and
that has the potential to elevate your company as the guide to help your clients become the hero to their clients/prospects
I want to suggest a possible solution for you.
Not only recording and posting videos but recording audio podcasts.
Welcome to today’s episode where where I’m talking about “Lights. Camera. Record!’. Said another way: You have to use video in your business.
Here’s the problem you’re facing:
You already know this but, it’s getting more difficult to capture your prospects and client’s attention…and will get worse as time goes on
It’s a fact that your prospects/clients are bombarded with information from:
advertising messages
social media
family activities
The bottom line….business is becoming more complicated with every passing day. And, on top of what I’ve mentioned, we're dealing with the COVID thing.
Welcome to episode 46 where I talk about “Lockers and Tool Rentals.” or said another way: does Lowe’s know pros?
The Home Improvement Report podcast is where I talk about some of the latest home improvement ideas, products and more. Some episodes, I’ll talk about new trends that homeowners should be looking out for and issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. And for the rest, I’ll interview successful home improvement professionals to find out what they offer to homeowners.
Welcome to today’s episode where I talk about “Lights, Garbage, Plumber!” or said another way, another business acquisition, garbage disposals and a plumber’s advice about using one.
The Home Improvement Report podcast is where I talk about some of the latest home improvement ideas, products and more. Some episodes, I’ll talk about new trends that homeowners should be looking out for and issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. And for the rest, I’ll interview successful home improvement professionals to find out what they offer to homeowners.
I’m you’re host, Gary Neidert. Welcome to today’s episode where I talk about an event that took place November 2019.
Late to the party….
Well, not really a party but more of an opportunity to honor the past. How? November of 2019 the new homeowners of a 5 acre compound in Preston Hollow, a prestigious area of Dallas, chose to tear down a European style home built in 1939. They wanted to build a home that reflected their style.
Fortunately, the new owners made it possible to sell items that could be reused. Such as wood flooring, wood paneling and more.
What makes the 5 acre compound, the 10,000 square foot house and it’s architectural material interesting?
The former owner. The legendary Lee Trevino.
You’re listening to The Home Improvement Report Podcast. Episode number 43. Today, August 28, 2020, my guest is Alex Guthrie and we talk about observations of the pandemic, 169 days or five months and 16 days after it all began in March of this year.
I’m you’re host, Gary Neidert. Welcome to today’s episode where I talk with my good friend Alex Guthrie about what he has experienced since we last talked, observations of what other businesses are doing during the COVID crisis and more. He’s been on The Home Improvement Report before and I always enjoy his point of view along with what he has to say about current events.
Hello, I’m you’re host, Gary Neidert and welcome to Home Improvement Report Podcast,
In this episode, I talk about Complain, complain, complain. Said another way: Home Improvement Industry Ranks Second in Consumer Complaints.
Contact me if you have questions regarding today’s podcast.
I’m Gary Neidert and you’ve just experienced The Home Improvement Report Podcast.
Call me - 972.771.7899.
You’re listening to The Home Improvement Report Podcast. Episode number 41, Remodeling Projects With no Set Budget. What???
Hello, I’m you’re host, Gary Neidert and welcome to Home Improvement Report Podcast,
In this episode, I talk about Homeowners starting a renovation projects Without Set Budgets.
In this episode, I talk about some live events that are cancelled and a couple of them are really big trade shows.
The Home Improvement Report podcast is where I talk about some of the latest home improvement ideas, products and more. Some episodes, I’ll talk about new trends that homeowners should be looking out for and issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. And for the rest, I’ll interview successful home improvement professionals to find out what they offer to homeowners.
You’re listening to The Home Improvement Report Podcast. Episode number 39. Today, I’m talking about new partnerships in the home improvement lead generating companies.
Lowe's and HomeAdvisor Enter Partnership to Help Pros Generate Leads
Lowe's for Pros loyalty members will receive a free, one-year membership to the digital platform and receive credit for an average of 10 free leads.
QuinStreet Acquires Home Improvement Marketplace Modernize
The company aims to leverage its consumer-reach technology to enhance Modernize's depth and brand in the home improvement segment.
In this episode, I talk with my friend Alex Guthrie about what he has experienced during the “shelter in place”, observations of what other businesses are doing and more. He’s been on The Home Improvement Report before and I always enjoy his point of view along with what he has to say about current events.
The Home Improvement Report podcast is where I talk about some of the latest home improvement ideas, products and more. Some episodes, I’ll talk about new trends that homeowners should be looking out for. Plus, I’ll talk about issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners.
You’re listening to The Home Improvement Report Podcast 2.0. Episode number 37. Today, I bring you “A Message from the Trenches”.
I’m you’re host, Gary Neidert. Welcome to today’s episode where I talk with Darrell Allen about what’s his observation of what’s going on with large and small businesses locally, nationally and globally. When he’s not helping his FedEx customers, he’s guiding local businesses by helping their websites be seen and turn site visitors into buyers.
In this episode, I talk about “Navigating the Pandemic.” It’s from a video I watched where three SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) Members talk about what they’re doing during this crazy time.
In this episode, I talk about “An offer you can’t refuse.” It’s an offer to help you record a couple of podcasts. These would be you talking about your business and what you’re doing differently in this crazy time.
The Home Improvement Report podcast is where I talk about some of the latest home improvement ideas, products and more. Some episodes, I’ll talk about new trends that homeowners should be looking out for. Plus, I’ll talk about issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Also, I’ll interview successful home improvement professionals to find out what they offer to homeowners.
You’re listening to The Home Improvement Report Podcast 2.0. Episode number 34. Today I’m talking about: Improvement vs. Innovation
I’m you’re host, Gary Neidert and I want to welcome you to this episode, where I talk about improvement vs. innovation. Plus I want share with you a story about Pecan Lodge and how they used innovation during this “new normal for business”..
The Home Improvement Report podcast is where I talk about some of the latest home improvement ideas, products and more. Some episodes, I’ll talk about new trends that homeowners should be looking out for. Plus, I’ll talk about issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Also, I’ll interview successful home improvement professionals to find out what they offer to homeowners.
In this episode, Alex Guthrie of Remodel Revolution Podcast talk about the latest news regarding his shift from radio to podcasting. Plus we’ll talk about his “day job” of running a remodeling company.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
During the next few minutes, I get to talk with JP Hackney, owner of We Are Texas Veterans. JP’s company is a family-owned business that offers roofing, remodeling and real estate services to clients, utilizing the valuable skill sets of Veterans when possible. Whether it is through employment, giving back, networking or education, the goal is to construct better lives for Veterans, military members and their families every day. He has a lot going on and I know you’ll enjoy his story behind the story.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where we talk about the issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Plus, we interview home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers. They tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
During the next few minutes, it’s “Talkin’ With Alex”. Alex Guthrie, host of Remodel Revolution Radio, and I are going to talk about his famous project, the rescue house. He’s going to talk about what happened with the engineered flooring and how it could potentially affect your home. Plus, Alex will give us a preview of what’s happening on his radio show this weekend.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where we talk about the issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Plus, we interview home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers. They tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
During the next few minutes, JP Hackney with We Are Texas Veterans talks about his participation in the 40th Anniversary Dallas home and garden show. The show is March 1-3 at Dallas Market Hall.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where we talk about the issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Plus, we interview home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers. They tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
During the next few minutes, it’s “Talkin’ With Alex”. Alex Guthrie, host of Remodel Revolution Radio, and I are going to talk about his famous project, the rescue house. He’s going to tell how this project came about and what he and the homeowner did not expect starting out. Plus, Alex will give us a preview of what’s happening on his radio show this weekend.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where we talk about the issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Plus, we interview home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers. They tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
Today is “Hygge”. A few years ago, the trend was Feung Sui. Could it be the Hygge will be the new design trend? In this episode, I’ll talk about what it is and give you some insight from an article in CountryLiving.com.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where we talk about the issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Plus, we interview home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers. They tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
Today is “Spike in Remodel Budgets”. This is from an article on PRNewswire.com and originated from Delta® Brand Homeowner Index. The index tracks renovation, design and purchase habits among today's American homeowners while investigating key seasonal insights.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where we talk about the issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Plus, we interview home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers. They tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In this episode, my topic is “That’s What I’m Talking About-The Rise of Remodeling”. The content is from an article written by Seth Welborn, a contributing writer for DSNews.com. Seth writes about homeowners spending more on remodeling, being locked in to their homes and more.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where we talk about the issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Plus, we interview home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers. They tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where we talk about the issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Plus, we interview home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers. They tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In this episode I continue my conversation with Barry Thombs of The Rockaway Company. Rockaway is full service remodeling company that handles start-to-finish remodeling services in the Fort Worth area.
The time I spent talking with Barry was really fascinating as well as educational. I found it fascinating to learn about how he has structured his business, the way he utilizes sub contractors and the length of time the subcontractors have been working with him. Plus, there is a lot more I found very interesting and I think you will too.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where we talk about the issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Plus, we interview home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers. They tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In this episode I have the privilege talking with Barry Thombs of The Rockaway Company. Rockaway is full service remodeling company that handles start-to-finish remodeling services in the Fort Worth area.
The time I spent talking with Barry was really fascinating as well as educational. I found it fascinating to learn about how he has structured his business, the way he utilizes sub contractors and the length of time the subcontractors have been working with him. Plus, there is a lot more I found very interesting and I think you will too.
Barry had so much great information to share, I had to split our conversation into two parts. I know you’re really going to enjoy listening to the interview with Barry Thombs.
Let’s listen to part one now.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where we talk about the issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Plus, we interview home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers. They tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
Today we continue with part two of the interview with Bruce Graf of Graf Developments which provides custom remodeling and design in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
It was just about two years ago that Bruce was on episode 6 and 7. There was so much great information, I had to split our conversation into two parts. Today, we’re going to listen to part two of my second conversation with Bruce. We talk about what’s been going on the last two years and get his take on what’s happening in the remodeling industry today.
JP Hackney, with We Are Texas Veterans, talks about exhibiting in the 28th annual Fort Worth Home and Garden Show and how the Fort Worth Home & Garden Show has partnered with Veterans Resource Center. Visit him at booth 404.
The show will be at Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth Aug 17-19, 2018.
Veterans have done so much for us and this country, and the Fort Worth Texas Home & Garden Show has partnered with Veterans Resource Center, which serves veterans in both Dallas and Tarrant Counties, to aid their efforts. For more details, go to texashomeandgarden.com.
Keith Lyles with Classic Superoof talks about exhibiting in the 28th annual Fort Worth Home and Garden Show, Aug 17-19. Visit him at booth 1226. The show will be at Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth.
Question about the show, go to texashomeandgarden.com.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where we talk about the issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Plus, we interview home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers. They tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In this episode I have the privilege talking with Bruce Graf of Graf Developments which provides custom remodeling and design in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
It was just about two years ago that Bruce was on episode 6 and 7. There was so much great information, I had to split our conversation into two parts. Today, we’re going to find out what’s been going on the last two years and get his take on what’s happening in the remodeling industry today.
In this episode I talk about three recent remodeling news articles. Interesting articles and does the information apply to you?
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where we talk about issues that affect companies selling products/services to homeowners. Plus, we interview home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers. They tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In this episode I talk about three recent remodeling news articles. Interesting articles and does the information apply to you?
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In this episode my guest, Alex Guthrie of yourhomeshow.net tells the story of his journey from being a remodeling contractor to radio show host.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In this episode my guest, Sean Stark of Sunny Service tells his story of how he and his uncle, Ben Stark, have grown the business. They’ve developed a corporate culture that helps to develop the employees which in turn, they help grow the business.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In this episode my guest, Keith Lyles of Classic Superoof tells his story of how he got into the roofing business, shared some business tips and more. A quick teaser, he used to be a repo man before getting into the roofing business.
In this episode, my guest Justin Lauten of Total Air and Heat which provides Heat and AC repair/service/maintenance/install, indoor air quality service and more in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, shared his experience of growing up working in his family’s heating and air conditioning business. His outlook as the third generation in the business, which was started by his grandfather, is very refreshing.
Because there was too much information to pack into a short time frame, this interview is actually two parts. So, let’s listen to part two of the interview now. I know you’re really going to enjoy listening to Justin’s story behind the story.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In episode 15 part 1, my guest Justin Lauten of Total Air and Heat which provides Heat and AC repair/service/maintenance/install, indoor air quality service and more in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, shared his experience of growing up working in his family’s heating and air conditioning business. His outlook as the third generation in the business, which was started by his grandfather, is very refreshing.
Because there was too much information to pack into a short time frame, this interview is actually two parts. So, let’s listen to part one of the interview now. I know you’re really going to enjoy listening to Justin’s story behind the story.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In episode 13 my guest, Gary Gravley, owner of Gravley Enterprises which provides residential construction services in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, shared his experience growing up working in his family’s hardware store, going into business for himself and how his Texas heritage influences his life and more.
In this episode, which is part 2, Gary continues with his “story behind the story”.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In episode 13 my guest, Gary Gravley, owner of Gravley Enterprises which provides residential construction services in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, shared his experience growing up working in his families hardware store, going into business for himself and how his Texas heritage influences his life and more.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In episode twelve my guest, Bruce Bolzenthal of Goldenlook Premium Quality Resurfacing which provides Epoxy Stone Resurfacing services in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, shared his story of how he got into the business, improvements in the business and much more.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In episode ten my guest Cindy Hamm of Premier Legacy Real Estate which works with real estate buyers and sellers in Forney, Rockwall and the surrounding areas, shared her tips on marketing a business and more.
With this episode, which is part two, we continue talking about marketing tips for small businesses and more good information. While listening, keep in mind the interview was recorded in 2010. Some of the information may sound a bit dated but the majority of what Cindy talks about can be applied today.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In the episode Cindy gives some tips that can help small businesses be successful-both in running the business and exhibiting in home and garden shows.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In this episode my guest, Ryan Anderson of 360 Painting tells his story of how he started his business, one of his pet peeves of painting and more.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers tell their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In this episode my guest, Russell Mims of Family Safe of Texas tells his story of how he got into the storm shelter business, business tips and more.
In September of 2015 Russel and I met in a local restaurant to record the interview, so you may hear music and glasses clinking in the background. However, the information he shared is so interesting, after the first couple of minutes you won’t even notice.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
In episode six my guest, Bruce Graf of Graf Developments which provides custom remodeling and design in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, shared his experience of what motivates his attention to detail, his history and more.
When recording the interview, if I had kept to a strict time schedule, there’s a lot of his story we would have missed. That’s why I decided to split the interview into two parts. It was so interesting I wanted to make sure you could hear the entire interview.
In case you didn’t get a chance to listen to part one, Bruce is a third generation remodeler. He has a great story of how working for his Dad led to Bruce starting his own remodeling business.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
Today my guest is Bruce Graf of Graf Developments which provides custom remodeling and design in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
As a third generation remodeler, Bruce has a great story of how worked for his Dad which led to Bruce starting his own remodeling business. I enjoyed learning about what motivates his attention to detail, his history and more.
This interview is actually two parts. If I had kept to a strict time schedule, there’s a lot of his story we would have missed.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
Today my guest is Bryan Jones of Texas Custom Patios-DFW which provides turnkey custom design projects, mostly outdoor kitchens and living areas in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Bryan has a great story of how he got into the business and what he’s doing to grow it. In fact, he's been around residential construction since he was a teenager. I believe you’re really going to enjoy listening to him.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
Today my guest is James Dumbauld of Urban Aquaponics which provides equipment to build aquaponic gardens. For homeowners and commercial installations, he also provides consulting and instruction on how to assemble you set up.
James has a great story of how he got into the business and what he’s doing to grow it. I believe you’re really going to enjoy listening to him.
Welcome to The Home Improvement Report podcast. This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
Today my guest is Mark Williams with Samantha Springs Water which provides natural spring water to the DFW metroplex.
Mark has a great story of how the business started and what he’s doing to grow his sales staff. I believe you’re really going to enjoy listening to him.
Welcome The Home Improvement Report Podcast. I’m you’re host, Gary Neidert with The Texas Home and Garden show series. We produce home and garden shows in Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and Las Colinas.
This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
Since 1992 I’ve worked with all types and sizes of home improvement companies helping them to market their businesses to home owners in our events.
Over the years of working with some great people and companies, I’ve been amazed at the stories behind the scenes of these companies. Through The Home Improvement Report Podcast I want to share those stories as a way to inspire, inform and encourage companies like yours.
Here’s a short list of home improvement type companies that will benefit from listening are
- hvac
- insulation
- building material
- plumbing fixtures
- bath accessories
- flooring
- lighting
- roofing
- landscape
- gardening
- outdoor kitchens
- windows
- and much more
When you’re working on your marketing calendar, always consider marketing your business to your prospects at live events. You know, the Texas Home and Garden Show Series in Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and Las Colinas. These events enable you to sell to your ideal prospects live and in person with face to face contact. It’s your chance to show and sell.
Contact me if you have questions regarding today’s podcast or would like information on exhibiting in The Texas Home and Garden Show Series.
Thank you for listening to The Home Improvement Report podcast.
I’m Gary Neidert and you’ve just experienced The Exhibitor Report Podcast. Call me – 972.771.7899.
Welcome to the first episode of The Home Improvement Report. I’m you’re host, Gary Neidert with The Texas Home and Garden show series. We produce home and garden shows in Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and Las Colinas.
This is a time where home improvement business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers be telling their stories of what they’ve done to make their businesses successful.
Who is Gary Neidert?
- Work with The Texas Home and Garden Show Series. We produce home and garden shows in Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and Las Colinas
- Since 1992 I’ve worked with all types and sizes of home improvement companies helping them to market their businesses to home owners in our events.
Over the years of working with some great people and companies, I’ve been amazed at the stories behind the scenes of these companies. Through The Home Improvement Report Podcast I want to share those stories as a way to inspire, inform and encourage companies like yours.
Who this podcast is for?
- Home improvement type business owners, presidents, vice presidents and general managers that want to increase revenue and grow their businesses.
Here’s a short list of home improvement type companies that will benefit from listening are
- hvac
- insulation
- building material
- plumbing fixtures
- bath accessories
- flooring
- lighting
- roofing
- landscape
- gardening
- outdoor kitchens
- windows
What to expect in future episodes:
- Interviews with owners and leaders in the home improvement industry as they share: their successes, favorite tips, failures and recoveries, marketing tips, business insights and much more.
What’s on the next episode
- David Hughes with Kitchens Alive tells how he started his business. Be sure and check back to listen to David.
Thank you for listening to The Home Improvement Report podcast.
When you’re working on your marketing calendar, always consider marketing your business to your prospects at live events. You know, the Texas Home and Garden Show Series in Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and Las Colinas. These events enable you to sell to your ideal prospects live and in person with face to face contact. It’s your chance to show and sell.
Contact me if you have questions regarding today’s podcast or would like information on exhibiting in The Texas Home and Garden Show Series.
I’m Gary Neidert and you’ve just experienced The Exhibitor Report Podcast. Call me – 972.771.7899.