Owned and Operated - A Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC Business Growth Podcast

In this episode of 'Owned and Operated,' host Jack welcomes John and Justin from LEAP Partners to talk about what goes into the world of private equity home service business roll-ups. The two share a useful look into the importance of understanding your business's financials, the role of culture in acquisitions, and the unique approach of LEAP Partners in supporting business growth. Whether you're a current business owner or looking to buy or sell, this episode offers practical advice and inspiring stories of success in the home services industry.

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Key Takeaways:
- Understand your financial performance for better business decisions.
- The importance of maintaining company culture during and after acquisitions.
- Entrepreneurial drive and the willingness to learn are key traits for success.

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Jack Carr: @TheHVACJack on X

Episode Guest:
Justin Deese: On LinkedIn
John Cerasuolo: On LinkedIn

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He’s back! John is joined by Sam Preston, the dynamic CEO of Service Scalers, a marketing powerhouse specializing in helping home service businesses scale fast, for a recent livestream Q&A for the Owned and Operated Facebook Group. If you’re looking to grow your business and dominate your local market, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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Sam and John look into the strategies that took Service Scalers from $10K to a projected $2 million in annual revenue within just a year. They discuss the importance of understanding where your leads are coming from and how tracking the right KPIs can make all the difference. Sam shares why a simple, well-optimized website is more effective than a flashy, expensive one, and why investing in SEO is a game changer—but only when your business is ready for it.

The conversation also covers:

- The role of Google Ads, PPC, and Local Service Ads (LSAs) in driving qualified leads.

- How to effectively track and measure your marketing ROI to avoid wasted spend.

- Why knowing your book rate by channel can help you optimize your marketing dollars.

- The importance of being nimble and dynamic with your lead sources.

- Sam’s take on the latest changes in Google’s API and what it means for SEO indexing.

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Sam Preston: https://x.com/heysampreston
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Owned and Operated continues its new Legends series, focusing on the stories of the home service industry’s most successful entrepreneurs, this time joined by Aaron Gaynor.

The founder of Eco Plumbers, Aaron shares his incredible journey from losing everything to building a $75 million service business. He discusses the importance of setting a bold vision, focusing on one trade in one location, and the power of building relationships in the industry, as well as creating a reputable brand, leveraging marketing consistency, and making significant investments to ensure business growth. This is a LEGENDS episode you’ll want to take notes on!

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John Wilson: @WilsonCompanies on X
Jack Carr: @TheHVACJack on X

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A new episode of 'Owned and Operated' is here, with the incomparable Ellen Rohr joining Jack and John as they talk about her expensive journey through the world of plumbing, what leadership means, and why open book management leads to success. They talk about Ellen’s journey from plumbing to business success, strategic approaches to overcoming debt through proper pricing, and the personal evolution of founding successful ventures like Benjamin Franklin the Punctual Plumber and Zoom Drain. Now working with ServiceTitan, Ellen has seen a lot–don’t miss this masterclass episode of the show.

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Jack Carr: @TheHVACJack on X

Episode Guest:
Ellen Rohr: @ellenrohr on X
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In this episode of Owned and Operated, John and Jack are joined by Sagan’s Jon Matzner to talk about the use of global talent and hiring overseas to enhance business operations, beyond just saving costs. What is the importance of systemization and automation in building a high-leverage business model?

Jon also goes through the evolution of the Sagan system, which starts with global talent as an entry point and extends to include automation and decentralized leadership. What are the dynamics of remote hiring, the role of AI in augmenting job roles, and the changing landscape of talent acquisition? You’ll never know unless you listen to the newest episode of Owned and Operated.

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In this episode, Jack is flying solo and speaks with Rory Tyer, a new owner of an independent garden center in South Carolina, about his journey in entrepreneurship through acquisition. Rory shares his experiences and challenges in acquiring and operating a local nursery, discussing factors such as location, customer demographics, and the dynamics of retail vs. wholesale businesses. 

The conversation also touches on the significant learning curve, managing inventory, and engaging in new marketing strategies such as an SP club and local school partnerships. 

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In this episode of Owned and Operated, John explains the world of home service business growth with CEO Peter Lohmann, focusing on how branding can serve as a powerful lead-generation tool. John and Peter explore the journey of scaling a home service company, including the challenges, insights, and opportunities that come with driving marketing efforts and building operational efficiency.

Key takeaways from this episode include the critical role that marketing and branding play in generating leads, the importance of optimizing call centers, and how to scale operations efficiently. John also emphasizes the value of finding the right people to solve specific problems in the business, which can unlock massive growth potential.

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Jack Carr: @TheHVACJack on X

Episode Guest:
Peter Lohmann: @pslohmann on Twitter

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This episode of Owned and Operated features Chris Hoffman, CEO of the $130M Hoffman Brothers, continuing the "Legends Series," where industry leaders are highlighted for their massive influence and expertise in the home services space. 

Chris shares his journey with John and Jack, scaling Hoffman Brothers from a modest family business to a multi-million-dollar industry leader, operating out of St. Louis and Nashville. The discussion covers business strategies, leadership challenges, and Chris’s opinions on what it takes to grow a home service business via financial discipline and talent development.

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It’s Breaking $5M Workshop week, and Jack and John are together in the studio for the first time! What happens when you get these two together? They talk about call centers, that’s what. They break down organizational changes driven by AI, adjustments to call center compensation and the broader implications for business efficiency.

They’ll also stress the importance of continuously negotiating with vendors to reduce costs and increase profitability. Networking and learning from industry peers is also highlighted as a vital resource for business growth and uncovering new strategies.

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Jack Carr: @TheHVACJack on X

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John and Jack welcome Joe Crisara from Service MVP, a mainstay in the home services business. Joe shares his extensive experience spanning 47 years in the trades industry, detailing his journey from a service technician to a successful entrepreneur. He discusses how implementing call by call management and personalized customer service can drastically improve business outcomes. 

Joe also highlights the importance of using technology like Hatch and Rilla to streamline workflows and enhance customer engagement. Is call by call management the path towards becoming your own Service MVP? Tune in and find out.

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Joe Crisara: @JoeCrisara on Twitter
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