The Graffs of Daryl’s A/C & Heating started their company with $250 and a truck. Jenn shares how community involvement made growing their business as easy as shooting fish in a barrel. Small, inexpensive marketing strategies can have a big impact. She also highlights the significance of standing in customers’ shoes and understanding their needs and preferences. Sometimes you have to go above and beyond for customers and employees. Housecall Pro has helped their HVAC business scale to the point of setting the lofty goal of hitting $4 million this year. 

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Roland interviews Chris Plunkett, owner of Tailored Mechanical in Tucson, Arizona. Chris hits topics like the need for owners to take time off and how to inject core values into the culture of the company. He shares his experience from the AHR Expo and the benefits of investing in employees, even if they leave. Chris also discusses the value of Housecall Pro, highlighting the features for tracking employee hours and building service agreements, which provide passive income and keeps techs busy. Chris explains why he’s active in giving back to the community and helping other industry pros.

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Dan Huck of Next Level Chimneys joins Roland on the podcast. After serving in the Army, Dan entered the world of chimney cleaning in 1999 and started his own business ten years later. He shares the importance of humility and continual improvement, overcoming mistakes, what he looks for in a quality hire, and how to keep quality team members. People overprofit. Dan and Roland also hit on trusting the daily grind to the team and focusing more on high-value tasks and how meaningful Expense Cards have been to his business.

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Anthony Suau is the co-owner of Dade Super Cool Air Conditioning. He shares details on how he went from studying computer science to running an HVAC business. Anthony discusses the importance of hiring employees who align with the company’s core values and have a willingness to learn and try new things. He also highlights the power of Housecall Pro’s estimate and job templates to provide multiple options to customers and improve efficiency in the business.  

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Roland Ligtenberg interviews Brandon Glines, co-owner and president of I Know a Guy HVAC. The conversation covers topics like starting a business, hiring and valuing the employees, learning from mistakes, automation, and implementing systems for business growth. Brandon also shares the importance of participating in a supportive community of like-minded professionals when it comes to business growth to learn, network, and find support.

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Grant Schoenberger, Conquer Coach and co-owner of Core Plumbing, is one of the first Pros we had the honor of serving more than a decade ago. He emphasizes the importance of humility, the ongoing need for continuous learning and mentorship, and the benefit of evolving business strategies. Grant and Roland explore the impact of self-limiting beliefs, the value of offering multiple options to customers, the significance of automation in customer communication, and the benefits of online booking and financing.

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Sara Anderson, co-owner of Drain Daddy, shares the struggle of starting a plumbing business in January 2020, right at the onset of the pandemic. From branding and website design to pricing and customer service, Sara provides valuable insights for small-business owners in the trades industry. And she would know—Drain Daddy has a perfect 5-star rating. She also highlights the importance of patience and leveraging tools like Housecall Pro for business growth, more reviews, and credibility.

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Will Hardwick, owner and CEO of A-1 Cleaning Service, shares insights from three decades of experience. Along with his origin story, Will discusses the importance of leveraging technology and systems to streamline operations, why reviews are such a big deal, and how he finds employees who align with the company’s culture and values. And speaking of culture, Will lays out the challenges of maintaining a positive work environment through respect, communication, and appreciation, and the need to address toxic behavior. 

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Roland Ligtenberg interviews Kyle Newby, founder of The Dryer Vent Guys, about the often-overlooked world of dryer vent maintenance. Kyle shares how he built a successful business, the process of hiring and training his team, and the importance of integrating QuickBooks Online with Housecall Pro for better record-keeping. He also highlights the pride and satisfaction that comes from solving each customer’s problems, the importance of honesty and professionalism, and the value of connecting with other business owners. 

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Brandon Brown, founder of Brown's Heating and Air, shares his journey and insights on building a successful home service business. He emphasizes the importance of finding a supportive partner, getting involved in the local community, and providing exceptional customer service. Brandon also discusses the strategies he uses to attract and retain great employees, like partnering with trade schools and offering solid benefits. And be sure to check out Brandon’s book, “Cool Success” Amazon.

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