Masters of Home Service

What happens when you buy a business that’s falling apart? In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester talks with Savannah Revis, founder of Earth Love Cleaning, about what it really takes to buy a business—and the risks that come with it. From paying off a seller’s unpaid cleaners to using video to build instant buyer trust, Savannah shares the lessons that helped her turn messy deals into real growth. Show Notes: [02:04] How Airbnb cleaning became 50% of her business [03:29] Are Airbnb cleanings profitable? [04:32] Inside a $1.3M cleaning business with 56 cleaners [07:46] What happens when you buy 3 failing cleaning companies? [10:05] Savannah’s surprise after buying a competitor [12:20] The shift-swap system that keeps cleaners happy [15:07] Hidden risks when buying a client list [16:22] What should you ask before buying a business? [17:12] Pricing mistakes that ruin most purchases [19:21] Using video to personalize handoffs and keep clients [22:45] How Savannah structures client list purchases [27:19] Hourly or flat rate for cleaning services? [27:57] An unexpected place to find businesses for sale [29:00] How do service pros grow by buying competitors? New to Jobber? Masters of Home Service listeners can claim an exclusive discount for Jobber at https://bit.ly/4olKiNR

Taking 24+ hours to send estimates? You might be losing the job to someone faster. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester sits down with Cory Byron, owner of Vancity Electric, and Ryaan Tuttle, owner of Best Handyman Boston, to break down the real secret behind their growth: speed to lead. They share the systems that help them respond and quote fast, boosting close rates by 30%. Show Notes: [01:59] Speed to lead: the systems behind faster responses [03:05] Why do contractors lose leads before quoting? [04:26] The instant response system that builds trust [07:04] The 24-hour estimate process explained [10:16] Video estimates and Cory’s 1,000+ quotes per year [11:24] What AI tools support the estimate process? [13:35] Why confident pricing builds customer trust [15:20] Letting customers choose how they contact you [16:44] Turn website chats into real customer conversations [17:34] The follow-up system behind a 30% higher close rate [18:30] How do contractors get their services seen faster? [21:12] “I never got your quote.” Why it happens New to Jobber? Masters of Home Service listeners can claim an exclusive discount for Jobber at https://bit.ly/4olKiNR

Women are reshaping the home service industry, and there's a lot to learn from how they lead. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester sits down with Savannah Revis, founder of Earth Love Cleaning, and Kelly Guerrero, owner of HomePro Coaching. They unpack how culture, empathy, and integrity drive long-term success. If you want a team that cares as much as you do, start here.  Key Insights: Cultural Impact: Understand how empathy and integrity enhance workplace culture and foster long-term success. Leadership Styles: Learn about the distinct leadership approaches women employ in the home service industry and their effects on team dynamics. Reducing Turnover: Explore effective strategies that Savannah used to significantly lower employee turnover rates. Work-Life Balance: Gain insights into balancing entrepreneurship, marriage, and motherhood, and how these experiences may enhance efficiency in business management. Client Relations: Discover techniques for building instant rapport with clients, essential for women-led businesses. Marketing Strategies: Should your business highlight its "woman-owned" status? We discuss the implications. Mentorship: Find out how women in the industry can support one another through mentorship.   Show notes: [01:08] Experience of running a business as a woman [02:38] Unique leadership contributions by women [06:03] Strategies for reducing employee turnover [09:41] Building a strong home service culture [10:31] Balancing family and entrepreneurship [13:08] Parenting and business efficiency [15:10] Effective tools for work-life management [17:08] Marketing as a “woman-owned” business [18:38] Client rapport building techniques [19:27] Mentorship and support in the trades New to Jobber? Masters of Home Service listeners can claim an exclusive discount for Jobber at https://bit.ly/4olKiNR

Rebuilding your life from rock bottom takes a different level of grit. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester sits down with Kevin Cook, a former police officer turned multi-business owner and now sales coach. Kevin shares how he went from $31,000 a year and a house headed for foreclosure to building a seven-figure landscaping company, growing a 15-truck fleet, and starting over again. Show notes: [00:00] Intro [01:14] Working 12-hour shifts and living on $400 a week [03:30] How Kevin’s landscaping side hustle made $75,000 in year one [06:13] The traffic stop that made him quit law enforcement [07:59] Survival mode thinking that destroys sales [09:06] Mindset shifts that helped him rebuild confidence [13:41] How he scaled and sold his seven-figure landscaping business [17:24] Building a 18-wheeler trucking company during COVID [19:06] The “I’m your guy” sales mindset explained [21:37] What it really takes to grow a landscaping company [23:22] Lessons from selling a business and starting over [25:13] How Kevin navigated difficult seasons [26:00] How he thought about risk while scaling up [27:39] His transition to becoming a sales coach New to Jobber? Masters of Home Service listeners can claim an exclusive discount for Jobber at https://bit.ly/4olKiNR

Scaling your service business should bring more control and stronger profits, not longer days and constant stress. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester sits down with Cory Byron, owner of Vancity Electric, and Ryaan Tuttle, owner of Best Handyman Boston, to talk about what scaling actually requires. They break down how to build a strong business foundation so growth doesn't destroy what you've worked so hard to build. Grab the scaling readiness checklist for this episode. Key Topics Discussed: Understanding Scaling: How to grow your business responsibly and sustainably. Foundation Building: Identifying signs of a weak business structure that could hinder growth. Effective Systems: Why implementing systems is crucial before rapid expansion. Real-World Examples: Practical system implementations from successful businesses. Common Scaling Mistakes: What many owners overlook when attempting to scale. Financial Health: Best practices for managing cash flow as you grow. Goal-Setting Framework: Introduction to the “hip pocket” goal-setting method.   Show Notes [01:15] Signs of a weak business foundation [01:42] Importance of systems in scaling [02:29] Successful examples of business systems [03:50] Role of checklists in service industries [04:54] Misconceptions about scaling [05:23] Structuring business plans and org charts [08:01] Prioritizing what needs a system first [12:42] Payment collection strategies [13:21] Maintaining cash flow integrity [14:42] Performance metrics for scaling [18:28] Goal-setting strategies [19:37] Balancing tech integration with team dynamics [23:06] Enhancing office systems for productivity   New to Jobber? Masters of Home Service listeners can claim an exclusive discount for Jobber at https://bit.ly/4olKiNR

If you hear “you’re too expensive”, it can feel like the deal already slipped away. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester sits down with Kevin Cook, founder of The Dirty Work Sales System, and Rob Soper, business development manager at Eagleview Technologies. They break down what price objections really mean and how to handle them like a pro. Discover simple mindset shifts, real one-liners, and practical sales moves that help you keep control, build trust fast, and close more jobs at full price. Download our price objection scripts to put Kevin and Rob's tips into action. Show Notes: [02:39] The biggest misconception about price objections [05:18] Why trust makes everything sound cheaper to customers [07:13] What helps build instant rapport and trust on sales calls? [09:48] How does social media build trust before you even show up? [10:53] Using data and technology to sell with confidence [11:25] Can the ‘too expensive’ objection be avoided entirely? [14:58] Common mistakes service pros make after price objections [17:43] Tips for staying calm during sales conversations [19:13] The 3 types of buyers every service pro should know [21:09] How pros approach the “I need to talk to my spouse” objection [24:10] System selling, warranties, and upsells in service businesses [27:01] Focus less on process and more on outcomes New to Jobber? Masters of Home Service listeners can claim an exclusive discount for Jobber at https://bit.ly/4olKiNR

Junk removal is a $10B gold mine—and you don’t need a fancy degree to start. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, Hunter Patrick, owner of Dumpire Junk Removal, joins host Adam Sylvester to share how he turned one $80 couch pickup into a $1M junk removal company. Get real pricing and marketing tips, learn why the margins are so big, and what it actually takes to start a profitable junk removal business. New to Jobber? Masters of Home Service listeners can claim an exclusive discount for Jobber at https://bit.ly/4olKiNR

If you’re winning almost every estimate, your prices might be too low. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester sits down with Wilson Betances, electrical contractor and founder of Energize Us EDU, to break down a simple profit formula that shows where every dollar goes. Find out how to spot underpricing, protect profit, and charge with confidence—without scaring customers away. New to Jobber? Masters of Home Service listeners can claim an exclusive discount for Jobber at https://bit.ly/4olKiNR

Luxury service isn’t about fancy products—it’s about removing friction at every step. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester talks with Kelly Guerrero, owner of HomePro Coaching, about making lasting impressions through small, intentional habits. From “on my way” texts and asking "anything else we can do?" to clean job sites and timely follow-ups, learn the moves that create wow moments and spark referrals. Put these tips into action and grab our customer experience playbook. New to Jobber? Masters of Home Service listeners can claim an exclusive discount for Jobber at https://bit.ly/4olKiNR

Get inspired by the service pros who are rewriting the rules. On Masters of Home Service, we go beyond the how-tos and into the real stories of tradespeople building thriving businesses. From lawn care to locksmithing, hear how these entrepreneurs are scaling up, showing up, and turning everyday jobs into something bigger. Hosted by Jobber.