About 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!
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 your unit should *never* match your neighbor’s)
How leaky ducts silently steal 25% of your cooling (and the $99 test that proves it)
Warranty void tricks 3 local companies use to deny your claims
Why "smart thermostats" can actually damage your system in Oklahoma’s humidity
Free Download: Text AC’ to (918) 212-4887 for:
- Tulsa AC Buyer’s Checklist (5 must-ask questions)
- 2024 PSO/OG&E Rebate Cheat Sheet (Save up to $1,850)
- Our Free ‘Load Calc’ Tool (Size your system right)
Visit Shepherd Construction at
https://shepherd.construction
Your comfort shouldn’t come with hidden costs. We’ll help you cut through the BS.
Next Week: "Why Your New Windows Could Be Leaking Cancer-Causing Gas" (FDA recall alert)
#TulsaHVAC #EnergyScams #VeteranOwned
1 Jul 2025
Tulsa’s NEW 24-Hour Permit Secret: How to Skip the 2-Week Wait & Save $1,200 on Your Remodel
Drew Stanley of Shepherd Construction unveils Tulsa's new 24-hour permit system, which helps homeowners save money and time on interior remodels by avoiding lengthy waiting periods, in this interview episode.
25 Jun 2025
Paint Nightmare on Elm Street: How Wrong Colors Can Slash $20k Off Your Tulsa Home's Value
Drew Stanley discusses how choosing the wrong exterior paint color can significantly decrease a Tulsa home's value, highlighting common mistakes and HOA-approved options for homeowners.
25 Jun 2025
2025 Kitchen Remodel Disasters: How to Avoid Wasting $30k on Tulsa’s Hottest Trends
Drew Stanley of Shepherd Construction discusses common and costly kitchen remodel mistakes Tulsa homeowners make, including smart appliance pitfalls and code violations, in this interview episode.
22 May 2025
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 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 Oklahoma’s hail alley (and what to demand instead)
* The gutter mistake silently cracking Tulsa foundations (costing homeowners $5,000+ in repairs)
Spoiler: That "lifetime warranty" is worthless if your roofer skipped THIS $50 upgrade.
Subscribe now—before the next storm turns your roof into another Tulsa horror story.
Text 'ROOFCHECK' to (918) 212-4887 for our free Tulsa Roofing Inspection Checklist!
Visit us at https://shepherd.construction
8 May 2025
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 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 scam putting Tulsa pets and kids in danger
Spoiler: That ‘lifetime warranty’? It’s worthless if they didn’t use THIS material.
Subscribe now—before your fence becomes another Tulsa tear-down story.
Text 'FENCE' to (918) 497-7904 for our free Tulsa Fence Inspection Checklist!
Visit our website at https://shepherd.construction
7 May 2025
‘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 splashed water.
You’ll discover:
- The one neighborhood where pools hurt resale (not help)
- Why Tulsa’s clay soil makes some pools a ticking time bomb
- How to spot algae disasters before you fill (it’s not what you think)
Spoiler: That ‘free pool maintenance for life’ offer? It’s worth exactly $0.
Subscribe now—unless you want to be the next homeowner crying into your chlorine bucket.
7 May 2025
‘My Contractor Ghosted Me’—How to Spot Red Flags Before They Disappear With Your Deposit
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 to ask before handing over a single dollar
✅ How to recover your money if you’ve already been scammed (Tulsa-specific steps!)
✅ The deposit loophole that puts YOU at risk—and how to avoid it
Don’t let your renovation turn into a ransom—listen now and protect your investment!
7 May 2025
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 zoning traps that snag 1 in 3 patio projects (including one rule that even contractors miss)
- Why your neighbor can force you to demo that beautiful new pergola
- The free trick to check your property lines before you dig (saves average $5,000 in fixes)
Don’t pour concrete until you listen—your summer sanity depends on it.
7 May 2025
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 tile)
- How Tulsa’s hard water destroys budget fixtures in 18 months
- Sneaky ways to get luxury looks for 40% less
Subscribe now—before your dream bathroom flushes your savings down the drain.
6 May 2025
5 Costly Mistakes Tulsa Homeowners Make with Renovations (And How to Avoid Them)
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 windstorm.
Subscribe now so you don’t learn these lessons the hard way!
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