Meet Paul Ollar of Ultimate Windows & Doors and Ultimate Roofing—a Southaven business owner who started with $2,000 and built a reputation on integrity, price transparency, and five‑star service. In this episode, Paul breaks down the real science behind modern, energy‑efficient windows (think Cardinal Glass + low‑E coatings), the right way to evaluate roofing bids, and why local, licensed pros who stand behind their work will save you money—and stress.
✅ What you’ll learn:
•How window tech evolved: vinyl extrusions, low‑E layers, and why “lifetime warranty” actually means something
•The Energy Star updates homeowners should care about—and how manufacturers keep up
•How new glass cuts heat gain so your kitchen doesn’t feel like a tanning bed (real client story)
•Safety + usability upgrades: tempered glass where code requires, robust cam locks, night latches, easy-lift balances
•The roofing red flags: unlicensed bids, no sales tax, no registration—what that means for you
•Why great installers (20+ years with Paul) and direct-from-manufacturer pricing matter
•Paul’s founder journey, community giving, and the role Southaven Chamber plays in keeping businesses plugged-in
📍 Visit Paul’s showroom: 8344 Airways Blvd, Southaven, MS
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Chapters
00:00 Welcome to Southaven Business Beat
00:37 Meet Paul Ollar (Ultimate Windows & Doors / Ultimate Roofing)
01:32 Why he started—and the “be better” philosophy
02:45 Window tech 101: Energy Star, vinyl, and lifetime warranties
03:34 Cardinal Glass & low‑E layers—what actually changes your bill
04:50 Heat gain solved: the plantation‑shutters kitchen story
05:40 Savings vs comfort: seeing the demo in the showroom
06:20 Showroom location: 8344 Airways Blvd
07:35 Customer experience: trust, cleanliness, five‑star installs
08:43 Price difference vs national brands (and why)
09:28 From $2,000 to today—doing every role, appreciating the craft
11:47 Community impact: donated windows & roofs for those in need
12:34 Roofing realities: licensing, taxes, and bad‑actor bids
15:50 Why reputable, local roofers stand behind the work
16:38 Best ROI upgrades for older homes (windows, kitchens/baths)
18:30 Safety details: tempered glass, locks, and night latches
21:21 Ease of use: balances, tilt‑in cleaning, quick fixes
22:55 Giving back + staying active in the community
24:09 How the Southaven Chamber champions local businesses
24:54 Advice to new entrepreneurs: patience, mentors, perseverance
27:53 Hassle‑free estimating (no 3‑hour pressure pitch)
30:13 Partners that last: 20‑year installer & direct manufacturer
33:27 Closing + gratitude for the Chamber & viewers
Episode Highlights
“We use the same quality extrusions and glass as the big guys—without the $40–50K/month ad spend passed to you.”
“If a roofing job in MS is over $10K, you must be registered with the Residential Board of Contractors.”
“Direct-from-manufacturer relationships + bulk purchasing = real savings we pass to homeowners.”
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