The Most Honest Roofing Interview I’ve Ever Done | Eric Oberembt
The Most Honest Roofing Interview I’ve Ever Done | Eric Oberembt  
Podcast: Roofing Insights Podcast
Published On: Wed Dec 17 2025
Description: In this episode, Dmitry talks with Eric Oberembt, owner of D&M Roofing. ============================Podcast Sponsor: https://novatik.us/ (Text "metal" to 786-512-9248)Contractors I recommend: https://directorii.comBest Deals on Underlayment: https://BemDirect.comDmitry’s coaching program: https://roofing-school.comHave a question? Text me: 612-558-4881Connect with Dmitry: https://dmitrylipinskiy.com/============================Today's guestEric Oberembt:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-oberembt-73968112/D&M Roofing:https://dandmroofing.comRoofers in Recovery:https://roofersinrecovery.org============================Insights00:00 – Novatik01:35 – Coming Up02:12 – Cold Plunges, Saunas & Morning Routines04:08 – A Roofing Legacy: Starting a Company With $5006:56 – Growing Up in Roofing & Learning the Trade09:56 – Transitioning From the Field to Leadership13:46 – Marketing, Visibility & Owning Your Reputation16:36 – Building a Culture of Trust Inside the Company20:39 – Immigration, Labor Shortages & Work Visas25:00 – The Biggest Business Mistake as an Owner27:08 – Why No Business Truly Runs on Autopilot30:00 – Overhyped Roofing Trends & Industry Myths35:06 – AI, Private Equity & The Future of Roofing39:36 – Scaling Locations Without Losing Control54:16 – Loyalty, Family & Cutting Off Toxic Relationships01:05:07 – Authenticity, Relationships & Leadership Style01:11:02 – Leading Teams Across States & Final Takeaways============================Let's Connect:Facebook: http://bit.ly/RoofInFBFb group: https://bit.ly/RI-private-FB-groupInstagram: http://bit.ly/RoofInIGTwitter: http://bit.ly/RoofInTWLinkedIn: https://bit.ly/RI-LinkedIn============================