Mom & Pop vs Big Company: The Truth About the Garage Door Industry | Garage Authority Podcast EP55

Thinking about starting your own garage door business or home service company? In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast, Jonithan Phillips sits down with Matthew Stevens a former garage door business owner in Nashville who has experienced both sides of the industry. Matthew shares what it's really like running a small home service business, the unexpected challenges of being a 24/7 business owner, and how it compares to working for a larger company like A1 Garage Door Service. If you're considering starting your own garage door company, HVAC business, plumbing business, pest control company, or any home service business, this episode breaks down the real pros and cons you need to know. Topics we cover: -What it’s really like owning a garage door business -The hidden challenges of running a home service company -Mom & Pop shops vs large service companies -Why some technicians leave to start their own business -The reality of being on call 24/7 as a business owner -Advice for anyone wanting to start a home service business -Matthew also shares lessons from running his own company, what surprised him most, and why he ultimately chose to return to working with a larger organization.