Episode 1: Major Fail: How a $12,000 Mistake Built a Better Business

Above the Roof Podcast – Episode 1: Major Fail: How a $12,000 Mistake Built a Better Business

In this debut episode of Above the Roof, Brandi Babin and Brian Barnes serve up one of Brian’s biggest—and most expensive—"learning opportunities." Seven months into starting his roofing company, Brian’s excitement over a massive job (and some tasty breakfast burritos) led to a $12,000 whoopsie-daisy. Picture this: the crew accidentally installs *pewter gray* shingles instead of *driftwood*—a color mix-up that snowballed into an HOA showdown, marriage counseling (unofficial), and a shiny, newly painted house. Spoiler alert: the barn got a facelift too.

Brian shares the gut-wrenching moment of confessing the mistake, negotiating with an understandably frustrated husband, and the hard-earned lesson of checking everything—twice. Brandi chimes in with her own close-call stories, turning the episode into a masterclass for contractors: pay attention to details, double-check your materials, and remember—there’s always another spouse. 

It’s equal parts cringe-worthy, funny, and insightful. Plus, Brian’s wallet may have taken a hit, but his integrity (and processes) came out stronger. If you’re ready for real talk, big mistakes, and the wisdom they bring, Above the Roof has you covered—just like your roof.  

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Key Takeaways:
- Attention to detail: Snap the photo *and* actually look at it.  
- Slow is smooth. Smooth is fast.  
- Always assume people are fair—until they ask for a paint job and a re-roof.  

Stay tuned for more stories, laughs, and honest lessons from Colorado Family Roofing. **Above the Roof**—because we keep it real, one roof at a time.