From the Ground Up with Shepherd Construction

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...

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, So...

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 repa...

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 Oklaho...

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 sc...

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 poo...

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 t...

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 d...

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

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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 win...