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Home Service HeadquartersEp. 12 | Pressure vs soft-washing, $500 startup, the “5 around” | Chad Cooke, Cooke Pressure WashingListen in as we sit down with Chad Cooke, the owner and operator of Cooke Pressure Washing in Spartanburg, SC. Chad shares how he went from being laid off to launching his career as a full-time pressure washing business owner. From his start hauling cheap pressure washing equipment around in the back of a Honda Pilot to now with 5 years in as a successful business owner, Chad breaks down the real difference between pressure vs soft washing, the chemicals involved, and what it really takes to grow a successful one-man operation. 📌 Highlights: 00:44 — Chad Cooke’s Story: From Sale...2025-05-1331 minHome Service HeadquartersEp. 11 | Free Community Cleanup: Inside Zach Farmer's 731Zach JourneyDon’t miss this unique episode on Zach Farmer, a side-hustlelandscaper and the creator of 731Zach, as he shares his unique journey into offering free landscaping and property clean-up services in his community. Get the inside scoop on Zach’s background, his current job as a wastewater plantoperator, and what inspired him to start his YouTube channel. Despite all obstacles, Zach remains dedicated to his mission of beautifying neighborhoods, driven by a passion for the outdoors and a desire to give back. Tune in to hear Zach's advice for aspiring landscapers, YouTubers, and where he’s headed next. 2025-04-2927 minHome Service HeadquartersEp. 10 | Side-hustles, woodworking build plans, 150k subs | Zach Bleakly, Bear Mountain BuildsListen in to hear Zach Bleakly share the story behind launching Bear Mountain Builds with his dad. As a mechanical engineer by day, woodworker, and DIY YouTuber by night—Zach gives us the inside scoop on what it took to grow his woodworking and restoration YouTube channel to over 150K subscribers in four years, all while balancing a full-time job, managing a rental property, and remodeling his home. You won’t want to miss this inspiring look at the dedication it takes to build something that lasts. 📌 Highlights:0:00 – 10:02 | Zach Bleakly’s Journey from MechanicalEng...2025-04-1542 minHome Service HeadquartersEp. 9 | Taddy Digest on HVAC Career Tips, Training & Business GrowthIn this episode of Home Service Headquarters, Taddy Digest shares his journey from starting in HVAC to growing a successful YouTube channel. He offers career advice for aspiring HVAC technicians, insights into his training courses, and the highs and lows of working in the industry. Plus, he shares strategies for HVAC business owners on handling slow seasons. Don’t miss this episode packed with HVAC expertise and business growth tips! 📢 Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform!https://homeserviceheadquarters.com/ 📌 Highlights:1:13 – 9:27 | Taddy Digest: From HVAC Beginnings to YouTube S...2025-04-0134 minHome Service HeadquartersEp. 8 | Scaling Success with Built for the Trades: Dan Dowdy’s Journey from Plumber to CoachIn this episode, we sit down with Dan Dowdy, a former plumber turned entrepreneur and business coach, to dive into the realities of running and scaling a successful service-based business. Dan shares his journey from the trades to founding Built for the Trades, offering valuable insights on industry shifts, overcoming challenges, and what it takes to grow in 2025 and beyond.🔹 How service businesses have evolved over the years🔹 The biggest challenge facing trades businesses today—and how to fix it🔹 Scaling strategies and the power of strong leadership🔹 Myths about starting a trades business (Do you really...2025-03-1855 minHome Service HeadquartersEp. 7 | Transforming Homes, Enhancing Lives: Pat Lund's Story in Home ServicesThe aging-in-place market is an overlooked opportunity inthe home services industry. More seniors want to stay in their homes as they age, creating a need for professionals who can modify and maintain homes for safety and accessibility.In this episode of Home Service Headquarters, Taylor Lundinterviews his father, Pat Lund, founder of Age Well at Home. Pat shares his journey from house painter to nonprofit facilitator and explains how home service professionals can tap into the aging-in-place niche—improving liveswhile growing their business. 📌 Highlights:02:00 – Pat Lund's Journey: From House Painter to Nonprofi...2025-03-0453 minHome Service HeadquartersEP. 6 | Organized for Success: Melanie Summers’ Journey with I Speak OrganizedIn this episode, we sit down with Melanie Summers, thecreator of I Speak Organized, to dive into the world of professional organizing. Melanie shares her journey from life before organizing to building a successful brand that helps others get started in the industry. 📌 Highlights:🗂️ The history ofprofessional organizing and what organizers actually do (1:55)🔄 Melanie’s career shiftand how she got started (6:50)🚀 What success looks likefor I Speak Organized (17:01)💡 The many facets ofMelanie Summers (28:10)💼 Can professionalorganizing be a side hustle? (36:10)🔥 Hit or Miss rapid-fireQ&A (40:31)2025-02-1853 minHome Service HeadquartersEp. 5 | Anthony Bridges - Lessons from 20+ Years in Home Services🎙️ Episode 5: Anthony Bridges – Lessons from 20+ Years in Home Services
In this episode, we sit down with Anthony Bridges from Blue & Silver Consulting, a home services pro with over 20 years of experience in HVAC, flooring, moving, furniture building, and finish carpentry. Now, he helps businesses streamline projects and meet customer expectations.
Anthony shares:✅ The importance of saying no to the wrong jobs 🚫✅ Hilarious stories about Karen-like customers 🤯✅ How the home services industry has changed over the years 🔄
Tune in for expert advice, real talk, and a few laughs! 🎧 #HomeServiceHeadquarters #Karens #HomeServiceIndustry #SilverandBlueConsultingLL...2025-02-0454 minHome Service HeadquartersEp. 4 | Home Service Success Secrets with Andy Paz: Pricing, Tools, and Myths BustedTune in to Part 2 of our conversation with Andy Paz
of Paz Window Cleaning! In this episode, Andy shares expert insights on:
* How to price window cleaning projects 💵
* His favorite software for efficiency 🖥️
* Essential tools for window washing 🧽
* Turning window cleaning into a side hustle 💼
* Busting common myths about starting a home service business 🚫
* And much more!
Don't miss this valuable discussion for growing your home service business!
Connect with Andy Paz, Paz Window Cleaning LLC:
📺 YouTube: @PazWindowCleaning
🎵 TikTok: @PazWindowCleaning
📸 Instagram: @PazWindowCle...2025-01-2132 minHome Service HeadquartersEp. 3 | Meet Andy Paz, the Mastermind Behind Paz Window Cleaning LLCIn this episode of Home Service Headquarters, Taylor
chats with Andy Paz, the mastermind behind Paz Window Cleaning LLC. Andy takes us through his inspiring journey of building a thriving window cleaning business from the ground up and shares how his YouTube channel has become a powerful tool for educating, motivating, and inspiring aspiring window cleaning entrepreneurs.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to elevate your
home service business, this episode is packed with actionable advice and insights.
Here’s what you’ll discover:
The essential steps to start a window cleaning busine...2025-01-0739 minHome Service HeadquartersEp. 2 | HandyWOMAN POV, saying no to jobs, handyman education? | Hannah Venema, Walls and WhatnotDon’t miss this exclusive interview with Hannah Venema, founder and owner of Walls and Whatnot in Grand Rapids, MI (formerly known as Handywoman Eclectic). www.WallsandWhatnot.com
In this episode, we break down topics like:
What it’s like to be a woman in the handyman space
Breaking into the handyman space
Whether small jobs are worth the effort
When to decline a job opportunity
If you need a business education to be a handyman
Find this episode and more at www.HomeServiceHeadquarters.com2024-12-0951 minHome Service HeadquartersEp. 1 | Welcome to Home Service HeadquartersMeet the Home Service Headquarters podcast! Your go-to resource for tips on how to run your home service business like a pro. Tune in with Taylor Lund and Jack Schnettler as they bring home service experts onto the show to break down topics like how to get your first customer, the best way to generate 5-star reviews, and how to grow to 6 figures and beyond.2024-12-0608 min