To The Point - Home Services Podcast

In this episode of To The Point Home Services, we sit down with Daryl Bingham, President of Parker & Sons, to unpack the transformative power of trust, accountability, and people development in the trades. With decades of leadership experience, Daryl shares how intentional culture-building leads to higher-performing teams and sustainable growth.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Why trust is the foundation of a high-performing culture.
• The t...

In this episode, we sit down with Keegan Hodges, co-founder of Best Home Services and now Chairman of Garage Door Partners. Keegan shares his incredible journey from working in his family’s electrical company to building one of the largest residential garage door businesses in the country. He dives into the risks he took, lessons learned from mentors like Jamie DiDominico, and how he’s transitioned skills from HVAC to the garage sp...

In this inspiring episode of To The Point Home Services, hosts Chris and Chad welcome a true powerhouse in franchising, leadership, and entrepreneurial grit—Jeff Dudan. From humble beginnings as a student-athlete to founding a nationwide restoration business and leading HomeFront Brands, Jeff shares a journey that’s as tactical as it is motivating.

Learn how Jeff went from coaching youth sports to mentoring business owners, all whi...

In this quick-hitting micro episode, Chris Yano checks in mid-year to help you refocus, realign, and recommit. Are you following through on the plans you made earlier this year—or have they slipped? Chris covers how to get gritty, evaluate your brand message, embrace AI booking agents, and boost CSR performance. He shares lessons from the field, tips for the slower season, and a reminder that it's okay to reset your goals—just ...

Welcome back to To The Point Home Services Podcast! In this powerful episode, we sit down with Chris Hoffmann, CEO of Hoffmann Brothers, for a deep dive into what it really takes to scale a home services empire—without losing your mind or your mission.

 We cover everything from military leadership lessons to price book strategies that actually make sense. Plus, Chris Yano shares major news from RYNO Strategic Solutions, including a ...

Struggling to find skilled HVAC technicians or plumbers? Facing the home services labor shortage head-on? In this episode of the To The Point Home Services Podcast, Kevin Comerford (Founder of Service Champions) and Jonathan Bancroft (President of Morris-Jenkins) reveal how building internal training academies and technical trade universities helped them overcome the skilled labor gap, scale operations, and build a leadership pipel...

In this quick-hit micro episode, Chris gets straight to the point about a critical concept many contractors overlook: prepping for the shoulder season while you're still crushing summer. Whether you're in HVAC, roofing, or another home service trade, the true pros don't just survive the off-season—they dominate it by preparing early.

👉 Learn the proven tactics successful contractors use to stay ahead:

• Why planning in...

Welcome back to To The Point Home Services! In this powerhouse episode, Chris and Chad sit down with Sammy Ayoub, the founder of Apex Pros in Columbus, Ohio. Sammy went from running the nation’s largest Boost Mobile retail chain to launching a home services juggernaut—growing from 3 vans to 135 and pushing $50M in under 4 years.

You’ll hear the full story—from humble beginnings and an unexpected pandemic pivot to building a people-...

In this episode of To The Point Home Services, hosts Chris and Chad welcome Michael Brewner, co-owner of Iceberg Home Services, for a powerhouse conversation packed with wisdom on leadership, scaling, and staying grounded while building an HVAC and plumbing empire in Florida.

Mike shares his journey from professional poker player at 22 to HVAC sales, and ultimately to co-founding a thriving home services company that reached $47M in...

In this episode of To The Point Home Services, host Chris Yano reflects on the invaluable lessons he's learned over the years—personally, professionally, and spiritually. Chris dives deep into what’s shaped him as a leader, business owner, husband, and father, sharing wisdom gained through faith, experience, and hard work. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating leadership, business growth, or personal development i...

In this powerhouse episode of To The Point Home Services, Chris and Chad Peterman welcome John Bowman, President of F.F. Hitchcock — a multi-generational Connecticut-based service business that has evolved from a general store in 1870 to a $20M+ home services juggernaut. 💥

We dive deep into how John helped transform a legacy company through bold branding, exceptional leadership, and a strong service-first mindset. From scaling resi...

In this powerhouse episode, Leland Smith, founder of Service Champions, and Aaron Gaynor, host and industry leader, sit down for an eye-opening discussion on how to thrive in the trades—even in the face of rising tariffs, economic shifts, and operational challenges.

Leland dives deep into the art of pricing, how his team stayed ahead of the curve during economic shifts, and why club memberships have been a cornerstone of Service...

🔥 In this high-energy micro episode, Chris dives into one of the most overlooked yet powerful business growth strategies: RELATIONSHIPS. Whether you’re leading a multimillion-dollar HVAC empire or just starting out in your trade, this episode is packed with hard-hitting truths, real-world examples, and actionable insights. Relationships aren't just a “nice to have”—they’re a must-have.

From mentors and peers to vendors, com...

In this episode of To The Point Home Services Podcast, hosts Chris and Chad sit down with Yossi Wachtel, Founder & President of Monkey Wrench to explore his inspiring entrepreneurial journey. From scaling a one-truck plumbing company to a $25M+ home services powerhouse in Southern California, Yossi gets real about navigating tough markets, leadership through crisis, personal branding, and building a customer-obsessed culture.

Wh...

In this episode of To The Point Home Services, we sit down with Michael Caito, a business scaling expert and CEO of Management Action Programs (MAP). Michael shares powerful insights on leadership, business discipline, and creating a structured path to success. Whether you're a small business owner or an aspiring leader, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help you build a high-performing team, develop habits fo...

🚀 In this episode of To The Point Home Services, Tommy Mello and Tom Howard dive deep into one of the biggest debates in business growth: Should you expand via Greenfield (starting from scratch) or through Acquisitions (buying existing companies)?

Tommy, a strong advocate for Greenfield expansion, shares why he believes in building a business from the ground up, ensuring full control over operations, branding, and culture. Meanwhil...

🎙 Welcome back to To The Point Home Services! In this episode, we sit down with Sean Crane, a transformation coach, speaker, and author, who shares his powerful journey from incarceration to becoming a leader in personal development and fitness. Sean’s story is one of redemption, discipline, and the unwavering pursuit of excellence in both business and life. If you’ve ever felt stuck or wanted to unlock your full potential, this e...

🔥 In this powerful episode, Ken Goodrich and Ishmael Valdez sit down to discuss the mindset, struggles, and grit required to build and scale a business. They dive into personal stories of overcoming adversity, lessons from mentorship, and the key traits that separate successful entrepreneurs from the rest.

🚀 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The role of adversity in shaping successful entrepreneurs

✅ How Ishmael built his busines...

Episode Summary:

In this episode, we sit down with Steve Holland, an industry veteran who built and sold a successful home services business. Steve shares his journey from starting with nothing to scaling a multi-million-dollar company, offering actionable advice on branding, employee culture, and competing with private equity-backed companies. Whether you're a small business owner looking to scale or an industry ve...