HVAC Full Blast

In this special Best of HVAC Full Blast episode, we’re digging into the archives for standout strategies on pricing, financing, marketing, leadership, recruiting, cash flow, and more.

We’re also bringing back a few of the stories that made us laugh, surprised us, or completely changed the way we thought about the HVAC business.

It’s some of our favorite HVAC Full Blast wisdom, all in one episode.

Shown in this episode:

HVAC FULL BLAST, EP 1: Financing Frenzy: HVAC's Best Kept Secret

HVAC FULL BLAST, EP 4: From Zero to Hero: Generating HVAC Leads Without Breaking the Bank

HVAC FULL BLAST, EP 5: Talent Quest: Cracking the Code on Hiring and Culture

HVAC FULL BLAST, EP 7: Stripes & Strategy: Navigating Business Growth with Special Guest Tim Mozley

HVAC FULL BLAST, EP 9: Agents of Change: HVAC Marketing for the Modern Era

HVAC FULL BLAST, EP 14: Breaking Up with Best, Better, Good: A Smarter Pricing Strategy

HVAC FULL BLAST, EP 19: Repair vs Replace: Why Most HVAC Techs Are Having the Wrong Conversation

HVAC FULL BLAST, EP 20: The HVAC Cash‑Flow Rollercoaster (And How to Stabilize It)

HVAC FULL BLAST, EP 23: Burn Your Cape: Stop Firefighting and Fix the Real Problem

HVAC FULL BLAST, EP 26: Stop Guessing Your Pricing: How Smart HVAC Companies Actually Do It

HVAC FULL BLAST, EP34: We Ask an AI Expert How HVAC Contractors Should Use AI

HVAC FULL BLAST, EP36; Beyond the Job Boards: A New Approach to HVAC Recruiting

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Finding qualified HVAC technicians is one of the biggest challenges facing contractors today. But what if your next great hire isn't actively searching for a job?

In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, Mary Carter and Stephen Ross sit down with Sam Beiler, cofounder and CEO of BoostPoint, to explore a different approach to recruiting: using social media to reach passive job seekers through platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

Sam breaks down how social recruiting works, why it differs from traditional job boards, and how HVAC contractors can use targeted messaging, video, streamlined applications, and better follow-up to connect with candidates who may be open to a new opportunity, even if they aren't actively searching.

Stephen also shares real-world examples from his HVAC business, including how social media helped his company connect with high-performing employees they might never have found through a traditional job posting.

In this episode:

• Why passive candidates can be an untapped recruiting opportunity
• How Facebook and Instagram recruiting ads work
• What to include in an HVAC recruiting ad
• Why video can help introduce candidates to your company before the interview
• How to simplify the application experience
• Why texting may be more effective than email for candidate follow-up
• Recruiting experienced technicians vs. relying solely on active job seekers
• How AI is changing the traditional job application process
• Building an employer brand that attracts talent
• Why recruiting should be treated as seriously as customer acquisition
• How social recruiting can support your overall local brand awareness

Whether you need your next service technician, installer, salesperson, or several new employees to support growth, this conversation offers a fresh way to think about finding and attracting great talent.

Learn more about BoostPoint at boostpoint.com.

Have an idea or question for HVAC Full Blast? We'd love to hear from you.

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Interested in becoming a Trane dealer? Visit us at partners.trane.com to learn more about how you can partner with a leader in HVAC innovation. Explore opportunities to elevate your business and stay ahead in the market with Trane!

What do Atomic Habits, Bill Belichick, Matthew McConaughey, Rick Ross, and Mary Poppins have in common?

More than you'd think.

In this special HVAC Full Blast Book Club episode, Mary Carter and Stephen Ross share some of their favorite books on leadership, productivity, business, growth, and personal development.

From habit building and sales success to coaching high performers and creating a winning mindset, this conversation explores the books that have made a lasting impact on their careers and lives.

Featured books include:

📚 Atomic Habits by James Clear

📚 Traction by Gino Wickman

📚 This Is Strategy by Seth Godin

📚 Feel-Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal

📚 The Art of Winning by Bill Belichick

📚 Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey

📚 What to Make of a Life by Jim Collins

📚 The Way of Excellence by Brad Stulberg

📚 A Perfect Day to Boss Up by Rick Ross

📚 Eleven Rings by Phil Jackson

Whether you're in HVAC, sales, leadership, or simply looking for your next great read, this episode is packed with recommendations and practical takeaways.

Have a favorite book recommendation? We'd love to hear it! Email us at [email protected].

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Interested in becoming a Trane dealer? Visit us at partners.trane.com to learn more about how you can partner with a leader in HVAC innovation. Explore opportunities to elevate your business and stay ahead in the market with Trane!

In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, Mary Carter and Stephen Ross sit down with Chris Smith, CEO of All Contractor, contractor marketing consultant, and author of multiple books on artificial intelligence for contractors.

Artificial intelligence is one of the most talked-about topics in business today, but many contractors are still trying to determine where it actually fits into their day-to-day operations. Chris shares practical examples of how contractors are using AI to save time, improve efficiency, streamline reporting, support customer service, and make better business decisions.

Whether you're just getting started with AI or already experimenting with it in your business, this episode provides practical insights and actionable ideas you can begin exploring immediately.

Check out the books mentioned:

An Exhaustive Guide on AI for the Contractor
Everything a Contractor Needs to Know About AI Generated Graphics

Everything a Contractor Needs to Know About AI Generated Videos

Learn more about All Contractor at https://www.allcontractor.com/.

Interested in becoming a Trane dealer? Visit us at partners.trane.com to learn more about how you can partner with a leader in HVAC innovation. Explore opportunities to elevate your business and stay ahead in the market with Trane!

Disclaimer: Guest speakers appear on this podcast for general informational discussion only. Any statements, claims, recommendations, or opinions expressed by guests are solely their own and do not represent those of Trane Technologies or its affiliates. Trane Technologies does not independently verify guest statements and does not endorse any third-party company, product, service, platform, or publication referenced in this episode. This content is not legal, cybersecurity, privacy, tax, financial, or compliance advice. Listeners should consult their own qualified advisors and internal teams before implementing any practices, technologies, or vendor solutions discussed.

In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, Mary Carter and Stephen Ross sit down with Eric Weiss, Technical Trainer at Trane Technologies, to explore one of the most important topics in HVAC: system design.

While many conversations focus on equipment features and product specifications, Eric explains what happens before the equipment is ever selected. From heat load calculations and comfort expectations to airflow, humidity control, and equipment sizing, proper design plays a critical role in homeowner satisfaction.

Whether you're a comfort consultant, sales professional, technician, or business owner, this conversation offers valuable insight into how great HVAC systems are designed and why technical knowledge can be a competitive advantage.

Interested in becoming a Trane dealer? Visit us at partners.trane.com to learn more about how you can partner with a leader in HVAC innovation. Explore opportunities to elevate your business and stay ahead in the market with Trane!

In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, Mary Carter and Stephen Ross sit down with Craig Childress, three-time Service Titan National HVAC Championship winner and Lead Plumber at Boston University.

Craig shares his journey from vocational school student to becoming one of the most recognized competitors in the skilled trades. Along the way, he discusses the importance of continuous learning, mentorship, technical excellence, and developing the mindset required to succeed at the highest levels of the industry.

Interested in becoming a Trane dealer? Visit us at partners.trane.com to learn more about how you can partner with a leader in HVAC innovation. Explore opportunities to elevate your business and stay ahead in the market with Trane!

In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, Mary Carter and Steven Ross are joined by Chris Luciano, Product Portfolio Specialist for Controls at Trane Technologies.

Together, they explore how today's thermostats are doing far more than controlling temperature. Modern HVAC controls now play a critical role in comfort, humidity management, diagnostics, contractor efficiency, and homeowner experience.

Chris shares an inside look at how new thermostat platforms are developed, including the voice-of-customer feedback that shapes future products and the features contractors have been asking for.

Whether you're a dealer looking to understand the latest controls technology or simply curious about how modern HVAC systems are becoming smarter, this episode offers practical insights into the role thermostats play in today's HVAC experience.

Interested in becoming a Trane dealer? Visit us at partners.trane.com to learn more about how you can partner with a leader in HVAC innovation. Explore opportunities to elevate your business and stay ahead in the market with Trane!

In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, Mary Carter and Steven Ross tackle a hot topic across the HVAC industry: how contractors can compete in an increasingly price-sensitive market.

With equipment costs rising, consumer spending habits shifting, and more homeowners looking for budget-friendly options, many dealers are evaluating how value-line products fit into their overall business strategy. But does selling more value equipment mean abandoning premium products—or your sales process?

Interested in becoming a Trane dealer? Visit us at partners.trane.com to learn more about how you can partner with a leader in HVAC innovation. Explore opportunities to elevate your business and stay ahead in the market with Trane!

In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, Mary Carter and Steven Ross sit down with Brandon Kuss, National Business Development Manager for Multifamily at Trane Technologies, to explore one of the most misunderstood opportunities in the HVAC industry.

Many contractors assume multifamily housing is a low-margin, price-driven market. Brandon shares why that perception is changing and how property management companies are increasingly looking for quality installations, reliable service, and long-term partnerships.

Whether you're looking to diversify your customer base, create recurring business opportunities, or better understand a growing segment of the market, this episode provides practical insights into how multifamily HVAC works and how dealers can begin exploring the opportunity.

Interested in becoming a Trane dealer? Visit us at partners.trane.com to learn more about how you can partner with a leader in HVAC innovation. Explore opportunities to elevate your business and stay ahead in the market with Trane!

What makes a great salesperson—and how do you get there?

In this episode, Mary Carter and Stephen Ross sit down with Samantha Coats, Sales Excellence Leader, to talk about the power of fundamentals, coaching, and continuous improvement. From youth sports to HVAC sales, they break down how top performers are built through repetition, accountability, and mindset—not just talent.

They also dive into how to motivate different personalities, coach both high performers and struggling team members, and why confidence (not just comfort) plays a major role in long-term success.

Whether you’re leading a team or working to improve your own performance, this episode is packed with real insights on how to grow, compete, and win at a higher level.

Interested in becoming a Trane dealer? Visit us at partners.trane.com to learn more about how you can partner with a leader in HVAC innovation. Explore opportunities to elevate your business and stay ahead in the market with Trane!