The Deckheads Podcast

Tuesday Nov 07, 2023

15 Ways a Deck Builder Can Go Out of Business

Tuesday Nov 07, 2023

Many deck builders build a great deck. But they may not be great at all the fine details of running their business. And if you don't pay attention to these details - they can sink you - FAST.

Here are 15 ways a deck builder can find themselves looking for a 9-5 again, if they're not careful.

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Monday Oct 30, 2023

Breaking Down $90 Per Hour Contractor Rate

Monday Oct 30, 2023

Homeowners often have some sticker shock when it comes to hourly rates that tradespeople charge. Mechanics, HVAC, carpenters, electricians, deck builders... it doesn't matter. $75, $90, $150... it always comes with the reaction that it's "too much".

But who decides what is a fair rate? In this episode, we try to break down all those included expenses that small business have that go into that rate. Spoiler... they're charging a very fair rate.

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Monday Oct 23, 2023

Industry Rep Talk with Korey Welterlich and Meghan Grant

Monday Oct 23, 2023

We get a full perspective of industry roles with a couple guests in the studio: Korey Welterlich from Fortress Building Products and Meghan Grant from Mclean Lumber. Lots of laughs, some Q&A, and just an all around swell time.

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Monday Oct 16, 2023

15 Reasons Contractors Should Attend Deck Expo

Monday Oct 16, 2023

Deck Expo is an annual event that we have attended for the past 8 years (minus some Covid years). But some people have never been and wonder if it's worth the time/money investment. We think so... and here's our list of "Why's".

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Tuesday Oct 10, 2023

Deck Maintenance Tips for Fall

Tuesday Oct 10, 2023

Is it Fall or Autumn? Either way, it marks a time when you should do some maintenance on your deck as summer winters and winter looms. What kind of maintenance depends on what kind of deck you have. Wade and Shane discuss your top tips for end of sumer deck maintenance.

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Monday Oct 02, 2023

Dr. Decks, Wes Kain and More Exciting Guests Talk Regal Ideas Railing // Sponsored by Regal Ideas

Monday Oct 02, 2023

Live from Deck Expo 2022, Shane and Wade sit down at the Regal Ideas booth with Dr. Decks, Wes Kain and other exciting guests to talk about the show and Regal Ideas products, installations, programs and more! Very exciting episode!

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Monday Sep 25, 2023

Don’t Get Burned - How to Vet a Contractor for Your Deck Project

Monday Sep 25, 2023

Shane talks about the risks of hiring a contractor for your deck project and what you can do to minimize your chance of getting burned.

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Monday Sep 18, 2023

Important Considerations When Building a New Deck

Monday Sep 18, 2023

Wade and Shane review a list of the most important considerations homeowners should made when planning a new deck project.

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Tuesday Sep 12, 2023

How the Decking Industry Community has Changed with Scott Kelly of Precision Construction

Tuesday Sep 12, 2023

Our old friend Scott Kelly from Precision Construction joins us for an unscripted and honest chat about how the decking industry circle has changed over the years.

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