Company case study
A1 Garage Door
A1 Garage Door provides services to fix, repair, maintain, and replace garage doors across multiple states. It came up on My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri, in the episode "How I Built a $1.7B Business Repairing Garage Doors" (aired January 27, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | How I Built a $1.7B Business Repairing Garage Doors |
| Aired | January 27, 2026 |
| Revenue and traction | The business is currently valued at over $1 billion, with an EBITDA of north of $80 million. It has grown significantly, with revenues reaching north of $300 million. |
| Category | Physical-Services |
Figures and claims are as told on the episode, summarized from the transcript. Check the date: they describe the company at the time it aired.
What the episode said
How I Built a $1.7B Business Repairing Garage Doors · aired January 27, 2026 · hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Why it works
The business combines reliable service with a focus on customer experience, effectively using marketing strategies that emphasize quality over price.
Founding story
Tommy Mello started A1 Garage Door in 2007 after working various jobs and developing an entrepreneurial mindset. He began by painting garage doors as a side hustle and eventually partnered with a friend to form the business.
The playbook
Key strategies include leveraging personal branding, focusing on customer service, establishing strong marketing practices, and continuously learning from mentors and peers in the industry.
Also mentioned
A1 Garage Door operates in 23 states and manages an average of 25,000 jobs per month. Tommy emphasizes the importance of building systems and processes to scale the business effectively.