From the Ground Up with Shepherd Construction
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
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)
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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...
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