From the Ground Up with Shepherd Construction
Expert insights, real-world advice, and industry secrets to help you make informed decisions about your home improvement and construction projects.
About the Show
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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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 yo...
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...
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...
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 th...
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 voi...
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 LateA 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...
‘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 sp...
‘My Contractor Ghosted Me’—How to Spot Red Flags Before They Disappear With Your Deposit
My Contractor Ghosted MeYou 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...
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 zoni...
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...
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