Pro Construction Guide Podcast for Pros

Construct-Ed.com Co-founder Jeremiah Rizzo discusses the last five of 10 growth hacks for contractors in a continuation of PROcast #69. The podcast covers how to stay front of mind with clients, convert them into repeat customers, use social media, calculate the cost of acquiring new customers and track them through the conversion funnel. The post Construction Podcast 70:Growth hacks for contractors, Part 2 appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Construct-Ed.com Co-founder Jeremiah Rizzo joins us for the first of two episodes that cover 10 steps contractors can take to optimize their customer acquisition, retention and sales efforts. In this episode, Rizzo talks about why websites and SEO remain critical, why most contractor’s websites still fall short and what you can do to outclass the competition. The post Construction Podcast 69: Growth hacks for contractors, Part 1 appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

In his latest appearance on PROcast, construction attorney D.S. Berenson explains why remodelers and other contractors who don’t update their contracts and telemarketing practices risk being hit with big fines and multi-million-dollar civil judgements and what they can do to protect themselves. The post Construction Podcast 68: Outmoded contracts and telemarketing pose big risks appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Ryan Parsons and his brother have made all kinds of mistakes growing their business, The Brothers That Just Do Gutters. Parsons shares his hard-earned formula and lessons for making money on any remodeling project. The post Construction Podcast 67: How to make money on every job appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Kevin Kilpatrick, founder and publisher, introduces Pros to a new media platform – Pro Masonry Guide – that provides how-to construction articles, tools and products, and much more. It’s the first bi-lingual masonry magazines, newsletter and website. Kilpatrick also updates listeners about Pro Construction Guide and Constru-Guia al dia.   The post Construction Podcast 66: Welcome to the new Pro Masonry Guide appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Andy Bergren of Group Two Advertising, an agency that specializes in remodeler and builder clients, tells Pros what social media platforms they should use to boost leads and sales – plus which ones not to bother with. Bergren also provides great easy – and free – ideas for what to post. The post Construction Podcast 65: What to put in your social media toolbox appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Todd Cox, owner of Weaterization Experts, tells Pros about the low-hanging fruit projects – mastic ducts, seal penetrations, install insulation, seal doors and windows – that are highly profitable for contractor. Cox says the project that provides the best “bang for the buck” for clients is sealing ducts with mastic. The post Construction Podcast 64: Easy weatherization projects = profits for Pros appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Clint DeBoer, editor-in-chief of Pro Tool Reviews, presents 10 great holiday tool gifts for the Pro. The tools run the gamut from a 15-inch prybar to a box level to an ultra-lightweight portable jacket. There’s something for every contractor on your gift list – including you. The post Construction Podcast 63: 10 great tool gifts for $25, $50 and $100 appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Renee Morgan, a structural frame engineer at Weyerhaeuser, provides the features and benefits of the different types of engineered woods, and describes which types of are right for your jobs.  Also, Ron Jumper, founder of ProFinder USA, talks about how his new service can help Pros easily find jobs in the construction industry. Visit profinderusa.com. PROcast sponsored by ProFinder USA. The post Construction Podcast 62: How to select the right engineered wood for the job appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Bob Knight has a sure-fire way to increase revenues. Instead of using traditional markup practices, the Pro sells his customers on packages of products and services for set prices. Listen to how Knight and his team have been using this successful sales technique for decades. To learn more about Knight’s company, Paul Homes, click here. The post Construction Podcast 61: Remodeling packages increase revenues appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Kevin Kilpatrick, founder and publisher of Pro Construction Guide, tells listeners about the latest happenings with the brand, including why Pros should subscribe to the free newsletters and a new savings program called Rebates for Pros. To sign up for the newsletter click here. The post Construction Podcast 60: Free content and rebates for Pros appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Andy Wells, president of Normandy Remodeling, tells Pros how to clinch more sales. First, he says, you have to win the homeowners’ trust, then they won’t be focused on price. The second thing potential clients buy on are your design work. For more information about Wells’ company visit normandyremodeling.com. The post Construction Podcast 59: How to close more sales appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Elizabeth and Anthony Wilder have owned a successful remodeling firm for decades — and they’re still married. They say the key to a productive work relationship with relatives and staff is effective communication. Learn tips from this dynamic husband-and-wife team. The post Construction Podcast 58: Effective communication = success working with spouse and team appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Tim Stephens of Archadeck talks about why homeowners love composite decks and how easy they are to build. Best of all, Stephens, who has been building decks for decades, says composite materials reduce callbacks and warrantee claims. You can find our more information about composite decking at his website: west-central-ohio.archadeck.com. The post Construction Podcast 57: Building profits by building composite decks appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Clint DeBoer, editor in chief of Pro Tool Reviews, talks about the best new tools for professional contractors, including DeWalt’s FlexVolt technology and ones from RIDGID and RYOBI. He also reveals the winners of a 12V drill shoot out, and EGO’s move into snowblowers and backpack blowers. For more information about these and other tools visit protoolreviews.com.  This podcast was sponsored by GE Appliances. The post Construction Podcast 56: Best new tools for the Pro appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Gord Cooke, an engineer and building scientist, provides Pros with easy ways to improve the indoor air quality (IAQ) of clients’ homes so that the homeowners and houses both remain healthy. Cooke, a partner in Construction Instruction, has worked in the construction industry for decades. You can find our more information about IAQ at his website: constructioninstruction.com   The post Construction Podcast Episode 55: Got air? How to clear up indoor air quality issues appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Ken Fisher has been installing and selling hardwood flooring for decades. He provides Pros expert tips for avoiding installation woes, especially ones due to excessive moisture in basements and crawlspaces. Ken is an expert installer and owner of Uptown Floors. Check out his website at uptownfloors.com.   The post Construction Podcast Episode 54: Hardwood flooring installation problems and solutions appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Jeb Breithaupt of JEB Design/Build has a name for clients you just can’t seem to satisfy: He calls them “clients from hell.” This third-generation builder/remodeler tells Pros how to spot these homeowners and how to avoid signing contracts with them. For more information about Jeb and his firm, visit his website at jebdesignbuild.com. Podcast sponsored by Ram. The post Construction Podcast Episode 53: How to spot clients from hell appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Award-winning remodeler Bob Gockeler provides Pros with step-by-step instructions for remodeling any size kitchen within any budget. Gockeler’s proven approach creates profits and happy clients. One great tip: set up a low-cost kitchen in another room during construction. Customers will love you. Check out Gockeler’s work at kmrenovate.com. Podcast sponsored by Delta. The post Construction Podcast Episode 52: Kitchen remodeling dos and don’ts appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.

Greg Hanner tells Pros how they can discover a new stream of revenues and profits by helping homeowners and realtors repair and remodel homes for sale. Greg is a custom builder and a realtor with years of experience doing this work. Greg’s website is gardenrealty.com. He can be reached greg@gardenrealty.com and at 860-608-8659. The post Construction Podcast Episode 51: How to boost revenues by renovating homes for sale appeared first on Pro Construction Guide.