From the Ground Up with Shepherd Construction

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From the Ground Up is your essential Tulsa home improvement podcast, brought to you by Drew Stanley of Shepherd Construction. As a veteran-owned, family-run business with 35+ years of expertise, we help homeowners navigate renovations, landscaping, and remodeling—the right way. Get insider tips, avoid costly mistakes, and discover how to build lasting value into your home. Whether you're adding a fence, upgrading your roof, or tackling a full remodel, we’ll guide you from the ground up!

Episodes

  1. 07/21/2025

    The $22k AC Mistake 80% of Tulsa Homeowners Make (Before the Next Heat Wave Hits)

    That brand-new AC unit could be costing you hundreds extra every month; and most HVAC companies won’t say a word. In this eye-opening episode, Drew Stanley (owner of BBB A+ rated, veteran-owned Shepherd Construction) exposes: The "oversizing" scam burning through Tulsa homeowners’ wallets (and why your unit should *never* match your neighbor’s) How leaky ducts silently steal 25% of your cooling (and the $99 test that proves it) Warranty void tricks 3 local companies use to deny your claims Why "smart thermostats" can actually damage your system in Oklahoma’s humidity Free Download: Text AC’ to (918) 212-4887 for: - Tulsa AC Buyer’s Checklist (5 must-ask questions) - 2024 PSO/OG&E Rebate Cheat Sheet (Save up to $1,850) - Our Free ‘Load Calc’ Tool (Size your system right) Visit Shepherd Construction at https://shepherd.construction Your comfort shouldn’t come with hidden costs. We’ll help you cut through the BS. Next Week: "Why Your New Windows Could Be Leaking Cancer-Causing Gas" (FDA recall alert) #TulsaHVAC #EnergyScams #VeteranOwned

    12 min

  2. 07/01/2025

    Tulsa’s NEW 24-Hour Permit Secret: How to Skip the 2-Week Wait & Save $1,200 on Your Remodel

    Tulsa homeowners, stop waiting weeks for permits! The city’s NEW fast-track system can get your interior remodel approved in 24 hours instead of 2 weeks. In this game-changing episode, Drew Stanley (owner of BBB A+ rated, veteran-owned Shepherd Construction) reveals: ​ The hidden $1,200 cost of every week you wait for permits (hint: it’s not just paperwork)​ Why only 16 appointment slots exist daily (and the 3 phone numbers that book them)​ The “bulletproof application” strategy that gets same-day approval​ 3 deal-breaker requirements most contractors don’t warn you about (floodplain, septic, square footage limits)​ The military-precision checklist that eliminates permit rejections Free “Fast-Track Permit Kit” (text FASTTRACK to (918) 212-4887): ​ 22-point application checklist​ 32 pre-approved structural details​ Best appointment booking days calendarPerfect for you if: ​ You’re planning a kitchen or bathroom remodel this year​ You’re tired of contractor delays and excuses​ You want to save $800-$1,200 per week in permit wait costs PS: Next week’s episode reveals the contractor insurance loophole that could void your entire project… subscribe so you don’t miss it! Shepherd Construction - building trust, one honest conversation at a time. https://shepherd.construction #TulsaHomes #FastTrackPermits #VeteranOwned #HomeRemodel

    14 min

  3. 06/25/2025

    Paint Nightmare on Elm Street: How Wrong Colors Can Slash $20k Off Your Tulsa Home's Value

    Tulsa homeowners, beware! That trendy exterior paint color could be costing you thousands. In this eye-opening episode, Drew Stanley (owner of BBB A+ rated, veteran-owned Shepherd Construction) reveals: The "radioactive orange" mistake that killed a Brady District home sale ($9,700 lesson) Why Tulsa's sun fades paint 23% faster than other cities (and how to stop it) 3 HOA-approved color combos that boost home value in Brookside, Southern Hills & beyond The hidden HOA rules most painters don't warn you about Free "Tulsa-Proof Exterior Color Guide" text PAINT to (918) 212-4887) Perfect for you if: ✓ You're repainting your Tulsa home this year ✓ You've gotten HOA violation warnings PS: Next week's episode will save you from $5k fence fines... subscribe so you don't miss it! Shepherd Construction—building trust, one honest conversation at a time. https://shepherd.construction #TulsaHomes #ExteriorPaint #VeteranOwned

    14 min

  4. 06/25/2025

    2025 Kitchen Remodel Disasters: How to Avoid Wasting $30k on Tulsa’s Hottest Trends

    Thinking about a kitchen remodel this year? Before you commit to bold colors, smart appliances, or that Instagram-perfect pantry, listen to this episode! Drew Stanley, owner of Shepherd Construction (BBB A+, veteran-owned), reveals: ​The #1 mistake Tulsa homeowners make with "smart" kitchens (and the $6,000 fix no one warns you about) ​Why your dream pantry could violate a hidden Tulsa city code (costing you $9,000 in mold repairs) ​How to use trendy colors WITHOUT tanking your home’s resale value (hint: it’s all about strategic placement) ​An electrician’s secret to keeping your gorgeous new kitchen functional during blackouts PLUS: Get our free "2025 Tulsa Kitchen Trend Checklist"—text KITCHEN to (918) 212-4887 for instant access! Next week: The $8,000 mistake Tulsa homeowners make with sunrooms (and how to avoid city fines). Shepherd Construction—building trust, one honest conversation at a time. https://shepherd.construction

    16 min

  5. 05/22/2025

    Tulsa Roofing Nightmares: How to Avoid a $20,000 Disaster (Before the Next Storm Hits)

    Your Roof is One Storm Away From Disaster—Here’s How to Stop It A Brookside family thought they’d scored a deal with an out-of-state "storm chaser" roofing crew—until their brand-new roof started leaking six months later. The repair bill? $18,700. This week, we reveal: * The "Two-Nail Rule" scam voiding warranties on 80% of Tulsa roofs (and how to spot it before it’s too late) * Why "3-tab shingles" are a ticking time bomb in Oklahoma’s hail alley (and what to demand instead) * The gutter mistake silently cracking Tulsa foundations (costing homeowners $5,000+ in repairs) Spoiler: That "lifetime warranty" is worthless if your roofer skipped THIS $50 upgrade. Subscribe now—before the next storm turns your roof into another Tulsa horror story. Text 'ROOFCHECK' to (918) 212-4887 for our free Tulsa Roofing Inspection Checklist! Visit us at https://shepherd.construction

    16 min

  6. 05/08/2025

    Fence Failures & Fixes: What Tulsa Homeowners MUST Know Before Building

    Your Fence is Secretly Failing—Here’s How to Fix It Before It’s Too Late A Tulsa family’s brand-new $6,000 fence collapsed in the first windstorm—because their contractor made one invisible mistake 90% of homeowners miss. This week, we expose: - The ‘crown trick’ only elite fence builders use (adds 10+ years to your fence) - Why your neighbor’s fence will rot faster than yours (and how to avoid their fate) - The gate hinge scam putting Tulsa pets and kids in danger Spoiler: That ‘lifetime warranty’? It’s worthless if they didn’t use THIS material. Subscribe now—before your fence becomes another Tulsa tear-down story. Text 'FENCE' to (918) 497-7904 for our free Tulsa Fence Inspection Checklist! Visit our website at https://shepherd.construction

    11 min

  7. 05/07/2025

    ‘I Regret My Pool’—Why 1 in 3 Tulsa Pool Owners Wish They’d Known These 5 Things First

    The Tulsa Pool Trap: What No One Tells You Before You Dig"** *"What if your dream backyard oasis could actually *lower* your home's value? In this eye-opening episode, Drew Stanley exposes the 5 harsh truths Tulsa pool owners learn too late—from $500/month chemical bills to surprise lawsuits over splashed water. You’ll discover: - The one neighborhood where pools hurt resale (not help) - Why Tulsa’s clay soil makes some pools a ticking time bomb - How to spot algae disasters before you fill (it’s not what you think) Spoiler: That ‘free pool maintenance for life’ offer? It’s worth exactly $0. Subscribe now—unless you want to be the next homeowner crying into your chlorine bucket. Visit us online at https://shepherd.construction

    11 min

  8. 05/07/2025

    ‘My Contractor Ghosted Me’—How to Spot Red Flags Before They Disappear With Your Deposit

    My Contractor Ghosted Me You hired a contractor, paid the deposit, and then... silence. No calls, no work, just your money—gone. It’s happening to Tulsa homeowners at an alarming rate, and you could be next. In this must-listen episode, Drew Stanley (owner of Shepherd Construction and Tulsa’s trusted contractor) reveals: ✅ The #1 red flag that predicts a contractor will ghost (it’s not what you think) ✅ 5 critical questions to ask before handing over a single dollar ✅ How to recover your money if you’ve already been scammed (Tulsa-specific steps!) ✅ The deposit loophole that puts YOU at risk—and how to avoid it Don’t let your renovation turn into a ransom—listen now and protect your investment! Visit us online at https://shepherd.construction

    13 min

  9. 05/07/2025

    Why Your Dream Patio Might Violate Tulsa’s Zoning Laws (And How to Avoid a $5,000 Mistake)

    The Tulsa Patio Mistake That Could Cost You Thousands Imagine spending $12,000 on your dream backyard oasis... only to get a notice from the city to tear it down. It happens more than you think in Tulsa—and most homeowners never see it coming. In this episode, Drew Stanley exposes: - The hidden zoning traps that snag 1 in 3 patio projects (including one rule that even contractors miss) - Why your neighbor can force you to demo that beautiful new pergola - The free trick to check your property lines before you dig (saves average $5,000 in fixes) Don’t pour concrete until you listen—your summer sanity depends on it. Visit us online at: https://shepherd.construction

    13 min

  10. 05/07/2025

    How to Budget a Bathroom Remodel (Where to Splurge & Where to Save in Tulsa)

    What’s REALLY lurking behind your bathroom walls? Drew Stanley—Tulsa’s most trusted contractor—just saw a ‘simple’ $15k remodel turn into a $28k nightmare when they found rotten floors and outlawed plumbing. In this episode we reveal: - The ONE thing you should NEVER cheap out on (hint: it’s not the tile) - How Tulsa’s hard water destroys budget fixtures in 18 months - Sneaky ways to get luxury looks for 40% less Subscribe now—before your dream bathroom flushes your savings down the drain. Visit us online at: https://shepherd.construction

    11 min

  11. 05/06/2025

    5 Costly Mistakes Tulsa Homeowners Make with Renovations (And How to Avoid Them)

    What if one wrong decision could cost you thousands on your next home project? In our debut episode, Drew Stanley—Tulsa’s trusted contractor and owner of Shepherd Construction—reveals the top 5 mistakes he’s seen destroy budgets (and sanity) in local homes. From permit nightmares to Oklahoma weather traps, we’ll expose the hidden risks you don’t know to ask about. Spoiler: That ‘cheap’ fence bid? It might topple in the next windstorm. Subscribe now so you don’t learn these lessons the hard way! Visit us online at: https://shepherd.construction

    12 min
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From the Ground Up is your essential Tulsa home improvement podcast, brought to you by Drew Stanley of Shepherd Construction. As a veteran-owned, family-run business with 35+ years of expertise, we help homeowners navigate renovations, landscaping, and remodeling—the right way. Get insider tips, avoid costly mistakes, and discover how to build lasting value into your home. Whether you're adding a fence, upgrading your roof, or tackling a full remodel, we’ll guide you from the ground up!

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