Why We Stopped Buying $60,000 Service Vans

What's in this episode

The fastest-growing home service companies don't scale by spending more. They scale by making smarter operational decisions. In this special compilation episode of Owned and Operated, John Wilson and Jack Carr break down one of the biggest hidden expenses in home services: your fleet. They explain why they're moving away from expensive service vans, why the Ford Maverick has become their vehicle of choice, and how rethinking truck stock, inventory, and install trailers can save hundreds of thousands of dollars while making technicians more efficient. They also dive into the future of fleet strategy, from modular trailer systems and simplified inventory to why most branded truck wraps no longer create a competitive advantage. If you're looking for practical ways to lower costs without sacrificing growth, this episode is packed with ideas you can apply immediately. In This Episode: • Why expensive service vans may be hurting your business • How Ford Mavericks reduce fleet costs and fuel spend • Rethinking truck stock to improve inventory control • The trailer system that could replace traditional install trucks • How fleet decisions impact profitability and cash flow • Why most truck