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American Contractor Podcast
by John Dye
American Contractor Podcast: Contractors Building the NationWelcome to the "American Contractor Podcast" hosted by John Dye, where we delve into the heart and soul of the construction industry in the United States. Each episode shines a spotlight on the craftsmen, the dreamers, the innovators, and the pioneers who pour their blood, sweat, and tears into shaping the American landscape.
Episodes
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E153 - Smart Hiring for Contractors – Michael Gogan (HireBus) | American Contractor Summit
In this session from the American Contractor Summit – Built to Last, Michael Gogan from HireBus breaks down how contractors can hire better, faster, and without all the chaos. He covers how to use technology and process—not just gut feel—to build the kind of team that actually helps you grow....
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E152 - Culture & Leadership That Actually Scales – Adam Kaminski | American Contractor Summit
In this session from the American Contractor Summit – Built to Last, Adam Kaminski, COO of Indy Roof & Restoration (https://indyroofandrestoration.com/), shares how strong leadership and intentional culture can become your biggest competitive advantage. Adam breaks down how to create a workplace...
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E151 - The Future of Construction: AI, Estimating, and the Shift We Can’t Ignore
In this episode of The American Contractor Show, I sit down with Sharuk Khanna—co-founder of XBuild—to talk about where this industry is headed, and why AI isn’t just some tech buzzword anymore. We dig into how artificial intelligence is starting to reshape construction from the ground…
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E150 - Uncover the Secret Sauce Behind JobNimbus! - Kaili Smith
🎧 Uncover the Secret Sauce Behind JobNimbus! In this episode, I sit down with Kaili Smith from JobNimbus to dive deep into how they’ve crafted a CRM that is changing the game for roofing, siding, fencing, and solar contractors. Kaili shares the unique approach JobNimbus takes to connect with...
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E149 - Randy Hurtado: Finally, a Mentor Who’s Actually Doing the Work
Randy Hurtado stands out in an industry filled with "coaches" who’ve never walked the walk. As the owner of DT Companies, an 8-figure roofing business, and founder of Contractor Authority, Randy doesn’t just talk about success—he’s living it. In this candid episode, recorded live at RoofCon, we...
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E148 - Has Business Killed the Trades? Ben Hodson on JobNimbus’s $330M Revolution
Since its founding in 2013, JobNimbus has quietly transformed the way contractors manage their businesses. Now, with a staggering $330 million in Series B funding, the company is making waves in the trades and asking big questions about where the industry is headed. In this hard-hitting episode,...
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E147 - Insurance Companies Dropping Customers AGAIN! How Customers are paying for Home Improvements and More!
In this episode of the American Contractor Show, we dive into the latest developments affecting homeowners and contractors alike. Join host John Dye as he discusses the alarming trend of insurance companies dropping customers, particularly in high-risk areas, and the challenges this creates for...
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E146 - Over 2.6 Million Homes Affected By Hail in Last 7 Days, Infinity Home Services Makes Another Acquisition and more!
In this episode, we bring you the latest and most impactful news in the world of home services and construction: Over 2.6 Million Homes Affected By Hail in Last 7 Days: We dive into the recent severe weather events that have led to extensive hail damage across the country. With over 2.6 million...
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E145 - Malarkey is Coming EAST, Developers Building Single Family Rental Homes, Biggest Threats to Commercial Construction
In this episode, we delve into the latest developments and pressing issues in the construction industry: Malarkey is Coming EAST: We explore the exciting expansion of Malarkey Roofing Products into the eastern markets. Learn about their innovative products, sustainable practices, and what this...
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E144 - Consumer Putting Projects on Hold, D.R. Horton Hit with Lawsuits, $100k+/Year Careers Not Enough To Attract New Tradespeople
This episode delves into the pressing issues facing the construction and real estate industry. First, we explore why consumers put their home improvement and construction projects on hold despite the economic landscape. Next, we discuss the recent lawsuits hitting D.R. Horton, one of America's...
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E143 - WORMS Roof Scam, GAF Solar Shingle Plant Open, Thieves Steal $290K in Materials from Lowes & More
Join us for this episode of American Contractor Show as we share this week's news and some fun for the contracting community! **The American Contractor Show is made possible because of our sponsors!** Infinity Home Services - Ridding the world of Unscrupulous Contractors - Get a free evaluation…
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E142 - TORNADOS! Non Competes, Heat Illness, Human Trafficking and more!
In this thrilling episode of the American Contractor Show, we dive deep into a storm of critical topics shaping the construction and contracting landscape. Join us as Derik Kline, the renowned expert from Hailtrace, provides an in-depth analysis of last week’s devastating tornado outbreak....
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E141 - Josh Sparks from Infinity Home Services Gives us an Update On Private Equity in Roofing
Join us for an enlightening episode of the American Contractor Show, hosted by John Dye, featuring guest Josh Sparks of Infinity Home Services. To connect with Josh or to get a free evaluation of your business, go to: https://www.shopamericancontractor.com/pages/whats-my-roofing-company-worth In...
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E140 - Your Customers Care What Is Installed, New Home Construction Plunges, Customers Choose the Best, and More!
Welcome to the American Contractor Show: Empower, Equip, Motivate! This week's episode has some great insight into the housing market plunge. New construction is slowing down! We also talk about how consumers are more interested in what products are being installed in their homes. You don't want…
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E139 - Trade School for Middle School Students, Apex Roofing Fined $117k, MMA Files Bankruptcy, Solar is Shrinking, and more!
Welcome to another episode of the American Contractor Show! In this episode, we introduce you to a trade school for middle schoolers; we also share why Apex Roofing was fined $117k and update you on the McClenney Mosley and Associates law first and how they declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy! We also...
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E138 - Tech In Your Business, Insurance Companies Spying on Homeowners, Chuck Thokey & More!
This week we discuss how tech is changing contractors, as well as how insurance companies are SPYING on homeowners to determine the condition of their homes. We go over some social media videos we found that have some cool tools you can use for your business. Chuck Thokey, the man himself joins…
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E137 - SRS & HD Merger, Mike Goldenstein, Jay Haynes & News
Welcome to The American Contractor Show LIVE! This week's episode featured our weekly news segments and Jay Haynes and Mike Goldenstein guest appearances. To learn more about Jay's program, Selling Solar, go to https://www.selling-solar.com/a/2147832910/yBFu9zUf. To learn more about Roofle go to...
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E136 - The New Era of Roofing: Sophistication and Strategy with Adam Love
*** Get a Free Evaluation And Find Out What Your Roofing Company Is Worth! *** *** Sign Up For Connecteam! *** Welcome to another exciting episode of the American Contractor Podcast! Today, we're thrilled to introduce a special guest who's set to revolutionize the roofing industry. Meet Adam...
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E135 - How To Unlock Massive Growth in Your Roofing Company (and yourself) - Pete Carlson - Allstar Services
*** Get a Free Evaluation And Find Out What Your Roofing Company Is Worth! *** *** Sign Up For Connecteam! *** This Episode of American Contractor Show features Pete Carlson, one of the founding partners of Allstar Construction Services that has been serving the Minneapolis area for decades. Pete...
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E134 - AC Stories - Paul Aragon - Jirah 7 Enterprises
**Click Here to Learn more about Connecteam! ** Prepare for an incredible episode of American Contractor Stories as hosts John and Leeann sit down with the remarkable Paul Aragon, the mastermind behind Jirah 7 Enterprises, a standout contracting business in Denver, Colorado. Paul's story…
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E133 - AC Stories - Jeff Frazer - Frazer Building Company
**Click Here to Learn more about Connecteam! ** In this episode of American Contractor Stories, we sit down with Jeff Fraser, founder, and CEO of Fraser Building Company, a leading construction and contracting company based in St. Claire, Michigan. Jeff shares his story and insights on what...
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E132 - AC Stories - Jason Wrozek - Wrozek Roofing & Home Improvement
**Click Here to Learn more about Connecteam! ** In this episode of American Contractor Stories, we sit down with Jason Wrozek, founder and CEO of Wrozek Roofing & Home Improvement, a leading roofing and home improvement company based in the United States. Jason shares his story and insights…
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E131 - AC Stories - Reggie Brock
**Click Here to Learn more about Connecteam! ** In this inspirational episode of American Contractor Stories, hosts John Dye and Leeann Koppel sit down with industry veteran Reggie Brock. Known for his resilience and adaptability, Brock has worn many hats throughout his eclectic career —...
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E130 - AC Stories - Cody Nusbaum - Capitol Roofing
**Click Here to Learn more about Connecteam! ** In this dynamic episode of American Contractor Stories, hosts John and Leeann sit down with Cody Nusbaum of Capitol Roofing, based in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Cody takes us on a fascinating journey, recounting his experiences from his humble beginnings...
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E129 - AC Stories - TW Mock - TAD Recovery Services
In this episode of American Contractor Stories, we have the privilege of sitting down with TW Mock, the remarkable individual behind TAD Recovery Services and many multinational conglomerates of businesses. TW shares his awe-inspiring journey and provides unique insights into his extraordinary...
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E128 - AC Stories - Travis Harvego - Roofle
**Click Here to Learn more about Connecteam! ** In this episode of American Contractor Stories, we sit down with Travis Harvego, co-founder of Roofle, a technology-driven roofing company based in the United States. Travis shares his journey from being a student interested in entrepreneurship…
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E127 - AC Stories - Tim & Alexis Newman - Newman Roofing
**Click Here to Learn more about Connecteam! ** Welcome to another episode of American Contractor Stories, where we showcase the industry's most talented and accomplished contractors. Today, we are pleased to speak with Tim and Alexis Newman, part of the family team behind Newman Roofing in...
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E126 - Scaling Beyond Private Equity - Inside Chad Peterman's $100M Blueprint
Alright, folks and industry pals, pull up a chair because this episode of the American Contractor Podcast is where the rubber meets the road. We've got Chad Peterman of Peterman Brothers, the Indy legends making serious waves in the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical scenes. Here’s the scoop…
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E125 - Uniting Forces: Daniel Young's Strategic Leap into Private Equity with Kingdom Roofing
In this riveting episode, we journey with Daniel Young, the visionary founder of Kingdom Roofing. From the very inception of his company, Daniel takes us on a rollercoaster ride detailing the passion, challenges, and strategic decisions that paved the way for Kingdom Roofing's success. As we...
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E124 - From Shingles to Shares: Joshua Sparks Scaled to a $230M Private Equity Powerhouse in Roofing
Join us as we spend some time with Joshua Sparks of Infinity Home Services as he shares his journey from Roof Installer to CEO of one of the nation's largest primarily residential roofing companies! Josh shares the vision of Infinity Home Services, and if you're interested in having a…
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E123 - AC Stories - Craig Lockerbie & Cindy Goodison - Sherriff Goslin Roofing
**Click Here to Learn more about Connecteam! ** In this episode of American Contractor Stories, we sit down with Craig Lockerbie and Cindy Goodison of Sherriff Goslin Roofing, one of the oldest (started in 1906!) and most respected roofing companies in the United States. Craig and Cindy share...
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E122 - Steven Badger Shares Why Louisiana and Federal Courts are Looking Into Insurance Claims
**Click Here to Learn more about Connecteam! ** In this exclusive interview, John Dye sits down with Steven Badger to discuss the recent allegations of abuse by first-party claim attorneys in Louisiana. Steven Badger, a prominent attorney and expert in insurance law provides insight and…
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E121 - Randy Brothers, The Business Coach That has the Results to Back the Talk!
Hiring a business coach can be daunting... Are they the real deal? Can they back their talk with actual results? This is one of the reasons that I love Randy Brothers and his programs so much. He's built a contractor empire in Denver, Colorado, and he's doing amazing stuff! Roofing, solar, and...
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E120 - Eric Oberembt, Be Authentic or... Get The F Out...
Ok so you are a commercial contractor out of Omaha and after doing business for a few years and experiencing life, and the ups and downs, you decide that you want to share your knowledge and help others. That's what this podcast is really about. Eric Oberembt is a great friend to ACS, and host of...
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E119 - Tesla Canceling Solar Roof Orders?!
This is John's take on what he thinks is going on with Tesla canceling solar roof orders. **The American Contractor Show is made possible because of our sponsors!** HailTrace - The most accurate hail mapping application in the world! Learn more at www.hailtrace.com. UglyRoof - DON'T REPLACE YOUR...
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E118 - My Personal Bookkeeper Joins Me To Talk About MONEY - Karine Woodman - 24HR Bookkeeper
My personal bookkeeper joins us to talk shop and talk MONEY! If you don't have a bookkeeper, you are really doing this wrong. One of the first services I set up was getting with Karine and her team at 24 HR Bookkeeper. **The American Contractor Show is made possible because of our sponsors!**...
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E117 - The BEST Way To Get GREAT of REVIEWS For Your Business - Michael Athens - Gifts With an Edge
Michael Athens with Gifts With an Edge (www.bestcontractorgifts.com) joins me and we discuss how gift-giving can be really really easy! Christmas and Thanksgiving are right around the corner, and if you care about getting raving reviews from your customers, you want to listen to this episode.…
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E116 - Here's a True Legacy Driven Contractor, Serving The Industry Like No Other - Kim Reed
For this episode, I am joined by the QUEEN of commercial roofing, the one, and only Kim Reed. Kim and her husband Paul Reed are by definition true leaders of this industry. They selflessly give like no one I've ever been around in our space. From Roofers in Recovery and starting a true nonprofit...
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E115 - Do Roof Coatings Really Work? - Chris Huettig
Chris Huettig from Karnak joins me to talk about roof coatings and how they have become one of the best ways to restore commercial roofs! You guys need to download the Karnak app, it is a game changer! **The American Contractor Show is made possible because of our sponsors!** HailTrace - The most...
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E114 - If You Get Your Technology in Order, Your Business Will Be In Order - Mark Olson - JobNimbus
What does your business technology stack look like? I know we talk about it a lot, but that's because your technology stack needs to be in order! When your tech works for you, it can really magnify your efforts to grow your business, if it's not in order, it could really be hurting you! Mark…
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E113 - Sales Manager Hiring and Training - Chuck Thokey
Chuck Thokey is joining us today, he was in my shop today helping us solve a major personnel hire... We're looking for a SALES MANAGER and if you've ever tried to hire one of these, you know how paramount to success this position is! I know of no one more knowledgeable in this process, than Chuck...
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E112 - Advice For a New or Growing Contractor - Thomas Fisher From Malarkey
If you were able to go back in time and give your former self advice, what would you say? That question was posed to Tom Fisher from Malarkey, and his advice was awesome! Tom has had an amazing career, from contractor at the age of 17 to now Regional Sales Director for Malarkey Roofing Products,...
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E111 - The Solution For Your Finances - Karine Woodman - 24HR Bookkeeper
I know... We're contractors, we just have to build things and get work done and everything will be ok... Well, that's not entirely true. You need to focus on your finances and make sure that you are running a HEALTHY business. This is why one of the first things I did was to partner with 24HR...
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E109 - Shop Talk with Benny Fisher of Big Fish Roofing
Welcome to the first "Shop Talk" episode which is recorded in our new studio/workshop! In this episode, we got to hang out with Benny Fisher of Big Fish Roofing, and if you don't know Benny, he's probably someone you need to know! Benny is a lifelong learner and a true visionary that has built an...
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E108 - The Dilemma Facing Construction in 2022
What is happening with this massive need for labor and tradespeople like never before? We are shifting our focus into helping find a solution and waking up the next generation of tradespeople and entrepreneurs. Inspire, Motivate and Equip, that is our mission. Here on the podcast version of...
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E107 -The Roof Strategist Adam Bensman! - Roofing Sales Training Expert!
How did the Roofing Strategist get started? Adam Bensman Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/c/TheRoofStra... Learn more- https://solo.to/americancontractor ~ https://facebook.com/americancontract... https://tiktok.com/@american.contract... https://www.instagram.com/americancon... **The American...
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E106- How to Become a Millionaire as a Contractor - Ryan Groth
How can a contractor make one million dollars? Learn from Ryan Groth as he teaches how a contractor can achieve this goal. Learn more- https://solo.to/americancontractor ~ https://facebook.com/americancontract... https://tiktok.com/@american.contract... https://www.instagram.com/americancon......
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E105 - How Contractors Are Serving Property Owners After the Tornados
On Friday, December 10, 2021, the US experienced one of the most deadly tornado outbreaks in its history, with over 70 lives lost. Tornados touched down from near St. Louis all the way across to Kentucky and Tennessee. When storms like this strike, there is a team of highly skilled catastrophe...
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E104- Can you Patch your current Roof Shingles? - John Senac - NTS
John Senac explains how homeowners can learn if the current roof they have can be patched. NTS specializes in the analysis of roofing products for the determination of market availability and repairability for property owners, contractors, engineers, insurers, and adjusters. Learn more about NTS-...
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E103 - What does it mean to LIVE EXPOSED? - Reggie Brock
LIve Exposed... What does that really mean? It sounds kinda dirty, or wrong, but is it really? Reggie talks about what it really means to live exposed, and why this is such a strange topic in today's society. When you live an exposed life, is it really safer? Is the life we have allowed others to...
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American Contractor Podcast: Contractors Building the NationWelcome to the "American Contractor Podcast" hosted by John Dye, where we delve into the heart and soul of the construction industry in the United States. Each episode shines a spotlight on the craftsmen, the dreamers, the innovators, and the pioneers who pour their blood, sweat, and tears into shaping the American landscape.
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