Rainmaker For Contractors Podcast
Success stories from Basement Waterproofing and Home Contractor Industry Leaders.
Episodes
Adam Swain, owner of Swain Co. in Indianapolis, joins the show to talk crawl spaces, basements, and building a values-driven contracting company. Adam grew up in the trade, launched the business with his father, and shares the pivotal moment in 2017 when his dad passed away—and how the team rallied to grow stronger than ever. We get into training that actually sticks (including hands-on booths at their shop), why they use zero-comm...
Unlock Growth with Facebook Ads Strategies for Basement Waterproofers
Are you tired of wasting money on boosted posts that don’t bring in real jobs? 🚫 This exclusive training will show basement waterproofing contractors how to turn Facebook into a predictable, high-quality lead source—without the guesswork.
What you’ll learn in this session:
✅ The proven 3-Pillar Framework for profitable Facebook campaigns
Omnipresence- Be The #1 Waterproofer In Your Service Area
Check out this insightful video designed to elevate your waterproofing business presence and performance!
🚀 What You'll Learn
Why omnipresence matters: How mastering local visibility makes you the go‑to waterproofing pro in your service area.
Practical strategies: Learn actionable tactics to stay top-of-mind even before making a sale.
🎙️ BONUS EPISODE – Compete & Win Against Well-Funded Waterproofers | Rainmaker for Contractors Podcast
In this special bonus episode, Jon Nagle is joined by Jim Cotes from Ridge Industries to introduce the upcoming Compete & Win Conference — a one-day event designed by and for independent waterproofing contractors.
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, September 16th
📍 Location: Des Plaines, Illinois
🎟️ Double the...
Our June Rainmaker for Contractors training is packed with real-world insights to help you get more leads and make the most of your Google Ads budget.
🎯 Here’s what we covered:
✅ The 7-point checklist for Google Ads success
✅ How to track every single lead with conversion tracking
✅ Why granular ad groups and landing pages make all the difference
✅ Real examples from top-performing contractor campaigns
Whether yo...
🚨 Attention Basement Waterproofers! 🚨
Take your lead generation to the next level with Rainmaker For Contractors. Our expert strategies help you convert and nurture waterproofing leads with precision and results. Learn to fix the 13 conversion killers, define your dream client, and implement advanced nurturing techniques that skyrocket your sales.
🔥 Unlock proven website optimization tactics
🎯 Attract and speak directly to ...
You don’t need a massive budget to make a massive impact. In this power-packed training, we show small business owners how to think—and market—like the giants, using lean strategies that drive real growth. With practical insights and proven systems, this session walks you through the key components of building a high-impact marketing engine without breaking the bank.
Highlight 1 (05:32–07:32)
"The Turning Point: W...
In this focused training session, we explore how basement waterproofing contractors can use AI to streamline operations, enhance hiring, and improve team performance.
(2:51 – 5:07) – Learn essential AI prompts specifically designed for the waterproofing industry, from creating content and inspection checklists to automating customer communication.
(9:00 – 11:48) – Discover how to write a compelling job ad for a sales repres...
Listen to this episode where our host Bill Crawford discusses, how one of the biggest mindset shifts that transformed Andre’s business was embracing extreme ownership—the idea that everything that happens in a company, good or bad, is ultimately the leader's responsibility.
Highlights Include:
"Extreme Ownership: The Mindset That Changes Everything"
"The #1 Mistake That Can Kill Your Bu...
Are you struggling to attract more customers for your waterproofing business? In this exclusive webinar, we’ll reveal how local search can drive high-quality leads directly to your business. Learn expert strategies to optimize your online presence, rank higher in local search results, and convert searchers into paying customers.
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What’s Inside:
Adding a Personal Touch in the Waterproofing Industry (3:13 - 4:48)
How Sundahl Waterproofing Gets Consistent 5-Star Google Reviews (4:50 - 5:23)
Selecting the Right Vendors for Basement Waterproofing Success (5:25 - 6:45)
Overcoming Industry Obstacles and Challenges (7:24 - 9:43)
This episode is packed with expert advice, real-world experiences, and actionable strategies for anyone in the wa...
Join us for this training and stay until the end to discover how to set effective lead-generation goals, build a thriving company culture, and more. Prepare your business for success and growth as we head into 2025!
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Throughout this training, Bill highlights how customer reviews serve as a powerful tool for building trust and credibility with potential clients. He explains that reviews not only influence purchasing decisions but also provide businesses with the opportunity to improve their products and services based on real customer experiences.
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Drawing from years of experience with some of the largest companies in the home improvement industry, Chuck Thokey outlines a roadmap for becoming a trusted expert, using data to fuel growth, and making sales training accessible to businesses of all sizes.
Top Rep Sales Training
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Bill talks about his numerous experiences relating to the basement waterproofing industry, and how sales impact the overall bottom-line of your business.
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Bill talks with Scott Llewellyn from Foundation Rescue Suppy. In this episode Scott notes the importance of training, how to get your company to grow, and outlines the on-going success of Foundation Rescue Supply.
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Listen to this entire episode in order to understand how leadership excellence can boost your company's success to the next level!
Learn More About Regional Waterproofing
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Take A Look At These Highlights:
Why Buy Leads?
2:12-4:15
Neighborhood Dominance Overview
6:44-8:36...
Listen to this episode where our host Bill Crawford discusses with Tom Trinko Owner of Basement Repair Specialists, how internal business systems can impact your company's bottom line, and drive an increase in leads and sales!
Learn More About Basement Repair Specialists:
https://basementrepairspecialists.com/
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Listen to this entire episode in order to understand how the E.O.S. Management system can help your business to thrive!
Check Out These Highlights:
What Is E.O.S.?
4:06 - 5:26
E.O.S. Model
5:49-8:48
Important E.O.S. Tools
11:15-12:18
Format of Level 10
12:17-16:06
People Analyzer
29:13-31:27
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