What makes Shelly Gager with Hammer Time General Contracting  a good neighbor?

Navigating the world of home repairs and renovations can be daunting, especially when it comes to finding trustworthy professionals to handle your most valuable asset—your home. The Good Neighbor Podcast recently featured Shelly Gager from Hammer Time General Contracting, providing valuable insights into the contracting industry and dispelling common misconceptions that homeowners often face.

Hammer Time General Contracting emerged from a partnership between Shelly Gager and founder John Bloom. They identified a gap in the market for family-oriented, local, licensed contractors who prioritize homeowners' needs. Now four years into their venture, they've established themselves as reliable professionals specializing in roofing and general contracting services. Their commitment to staying updated with industry practices and becoming preferred vendors demonstrates their dedication to quality service and customer satisfaction.

Shelly's journey into contracting has an unusual starting point. Her background as an auto catastrophe adjuster in the insurance industry involved extensive travel—often away from home for ten months out of the year. Seeking a better work-life balance while leveraging her industry knowledge, she transitioned to the property side for a general contractor. This career pivot represents a significant shift in perspective: "Instead of working for insurance, now I work for you, I work for the customer." This customer-first approach differentiates Hammer Time in a competitive market.

One of the most persistent myths in the roofing industry, according to Shelly, involves insurance claims after hail damage. Many homeowners hesitate to file claims believing it will automatically increase their premiums. Shelly emphatically counters this misconception: "The only reason premiums go up in the insurance industry for catastrophe is because it's a nationwide thing...It's not because you turned in a claim." This insight alone could save homeowners thousands of dollars by encouraging them to pursue legitimate claims after weather events.

Hammer Time General Contracting targets homeowners experiencing various issues—from curling shingles and missing roof pieces to interior water damage. As a general contractor, their services extend beyond roofing to address comprehensive home repair needs. Their marketing strategy relies heavily on word-of-mouth referrals, yard signs (with permission), and social media presence. This organic growth approach builds on community trust and delivered results rather than aggressive advertising tactics.

Beyond her professional life, Shelly embodies the "good neighbor" concept the podcast celebrates. She's active in her community, church, and outdoor activities with her German Shepherd. Her personal story of resilience as a single mother and career-changer adds depth to her professional profile. When asked about her personal mantra for the year, she shares that after careful consideration, she chose "I am resilient"—a fitting descriptor for someone who has navigated significant life and career transitions while maintaining focus on her goals.

For homeowners in need of contracting services, Hammer Time General Contracting offers a blend of professional expertise and personal commitment to customer satisfaction. They can be found on Facebook and through their website at hammertimeco.com, where Shelly regularly shares educational content about home maintenance issues like water intrusion and roof leak prevention. In an industry often plagued by trust issues, Hammer Time's local presence and commitment to education represent a refreshing approach to general contracting.

To learn more about Hammer Time General Contracting  go to:https://hammertime.co/

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