Ep. 24: When The Suits Buy The Ladders

07/11/2025 14 min Temporada 1 Episodio 24

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🎙️ Episode 26 – The Dangers of Private Equity: When the Suits Buy the LaddersWhen giant investment firms start buying local home-improvement companies, homeowners pay the price. In this episode of The STAN’dard, Liz and Kevin break down what’s really happening behind the scenes when private equity takes over trusted, family-owned remodelers.From sudden company shutdowns and vanishing warranties to the red flags every homeowner should look for — this episode pulls back the curtain on an industry shake-up that’s hitting closer to home than most people realize.☕ What’s Inside:• Why private equity firms are targeting local remodelers• How these buyouts impact quality, employees, and homeowners• Real stories from companies that collapsed overnight• Five signs a company might be owned by investors• Why family-owned businesses still matter more than ever💡 You’ll Learn:How to research who really owns the company you’re hiringThe questions every homeowner should ask before signing a contractHow to protect yourself — and your community — from corporate takeovers🏡 About Stan’s Roofing, Siding, Decks & Unlimited BasementsFamily-owned and operated since 1967, serving Romeoville and the greater Chicagoland area with honesty, quality, and craftsmanship.📞 Free Estimates: (708) 448-4100🌐 www.stansroofingandsiding.com📍 Romeoville, IL👍 Like, subscribe, and hit the bell to stay updated on new episodes of The STAN’dard — where we talk home improvement without the fluff, the fine print, or the corporate nonsense.#TheSTANdard #HomeImprovementPodcast #PrivateEquity #FamilyOwnedBusiness #Roofing #Remodeling #HomeRenovation #LocalBusiness