Let's Vent Podcast
Welcome to the Let's Vent Podcast! We are here to unveil the BS you've been told that will help you run your home service business. We cut out the fluff and just deliver the goods of what's actually working for operators and home business owners across the country.
Whether you're a seasoned pro, a tech, or a CSR, our weekly deep dives are your ticket to success.
It's time to get it off your chest and let's vent!
Episodes
252 episodes
EP: 021 - From a Storage Unit to a $21M Plumbing & HVAC Empire: Kevin Fiscor Story
Why Do 95% of Home Service Businesses Fail Within Their First Five Years? In this episode of Let's Vent, host Evan Hoffman sits down with Kevin Fiscor, CEO of Fiscor Plumbing and Air, for an incredibly vulnerable look inside the da...
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EP: 020 - Go Green Plumbing, HVAC & Electrical: Scaling with Culture, Training & AI
How do you scale a Home Services Business past the $10M mark without losing your Company Culture or selling out to Private Equity? In this episode of Let's Vent, we sit down with the Owners of Go Green Plumbing, Heating & Air, Alicia Green ...
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EP: 019 - Using Chat GPT & Claude All Wrong? Ken Moskowitz Shares Free Practical Tips
Most Home Service business owners treat AI like a basic tool to create robotic prompts with generic results and poor return. In this episode of the Let's Vent Podcast, we sit down with a creative advertising legend and the CMO of C...
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EP: 018 - From Nursing Student To A $62M Trade CEO: The Mary Jean Anderson Story
We had the absolute honor of sitting down with an absolute industry powerhouse, Mary Jean Anderson, former owner and CEO of Anderson Plumbing, Heating & Air.In this episode, Mary Jean peels back the curtain on the exact strategies t...
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EP: 017 - SBA Loans vs Seller Financing with Jordan Cordero
In this episode, we talked with Jordan Cordero from Live Oak Bank about the massive wave of mergers and acquisitions transforming the home services industry. Jordan is one of the key players on these deals, and he shares exactly how independent...
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EP: 016 - How to Use AI and the Right Words to Close Leads with Ryan Fenn & Justin Judd
In this episode with Ryan Fenn and Justin Judd from Chiirp, we discuss the power of language, customer communication, and innovative marketing strategies in the trades. They share insights on how your choice of words, consistent follow-up, and ...
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EP: 015 - Leadership Lessons from Colleen Keyworth: Networking, Inclusion, and AI in the Trades
In this episode, Colleen Keyworth talks about the real impact of AI in home services, leadership in the trades, and how to leverage technology for business growth. We discussed How AI's role is saving time in Operations and Processes, content a...
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EP: 014 - The HVAC Success Truth: How Gil Cavey Turned His Biggest Failures Into A $10M Business.
Gil Cavey, host of HVAC Uncensored, shares his journey through business, personal struggles, and insights on industry challenges like permitting and training. Discover how he balances control, quality, and growth while navigating p...
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EP: 013 - Mastering the Trade: Gross Margin, Training, and Scaling with Trevor Matthews.
In this episode, Trevor Matthews, Founder of Refrigeration Mentor shares his journey from technician to business owner, emphasizing the importance of personal development, technical training, and strategic growth in the HVAC Industry. Discover ...
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EP: 012 - The In-House Warranty Roadmap for Contractors
In this episode, Evan Hoffman explores the innovative world of contractor-owned warranty programs with Jacob G and Will Kinsey. They discuss legalities, wealth creation, and how warranties can be a powerful tool for growth and retention in the ...
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EP: 011 - The AI Advantage: How Contractors Are Winning the Marketing Game
In this episode, We talk with Josh Crouch about AI's impact on Home Services Business, Automation, and Digital Marketing Strategies. They explore practical tips for contractors to leverage AI, improve operations, and stay ahead in a rapidly evo...
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EP: 010 - 3 Shifts to Scale Your Plumbing Business this 2026
In this episode, We discuss with Jarod Smith, CEO of Clog Busters Drain Cleaning & Repair the importance of Leadership, Business Growth, and Team Building. He mentions how passion, continuous learning, and strategic recruiting drive success...
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EP: 009 - From One-Man Shop to $3M HVAC Business Owner
How do you go from a Technician running a one-man show to leading a multi-million dollar HVAC company in just two years? In this episode of Let’s Vent, Cody Brasseal, CEO of Acadiana Comfort, pulls back the curtain on the "uncomfortable" dec...
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EP:008 - Coach Yourself to Scale Your Business
In this episode of Let’s Vent Podcast, we sit down with Laura Kelly, Co-Founder of Grow with Clover. Her company is a powerhouse in the home services industry, providing specialized coaching and media services designed to help contractors scali...
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EP: 007 - Stop Waiting for SEO: How to 10x Your Home Service Business with Google Maps
Are you tired of "SEO Strategies" that bring traffic but zero bookings? In this episode, Kyle Sattler and Paul Olsen from Soo Good join us to vent the Secret on what it actually takes to scale a Home Services Business 10x in a single year.<...
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Ep: 006 - How To Use The A2L Refrigerants To Your Advantage
The HVAC landscape is undergoing its most significant shift. With new environmental regulations taking effect across the United States, homeowners and contractors alike are navigating the move to next-generation refrigerants.In...
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EP: 005 - The 90% Booking Rate Strategy for a $10M Business
Most Businesses fail because they ignore the basics. Derek Cormier, Founder of Climate Experts explains why treating every Lead like pure Gold and working every day on Internal Training is the only way to dominate the Home Services Indust...
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EP: 004 - Peptides in The Trades
If you’ve been hearing about peptides for longevity and wondering what’s real vs hype, this episode breaks it down in plain language, specifically for contractors, technicians, and trades business owners who put their bodies through the wringer...
EP: 003 - From $0 to $200M in 18 Months With Tim O'Reilly
How do you scale a home service business to a 9-figure valuation in record time? In this episode of Let’s Vent Podcast, we sit down with Tim O’Reilly, the CEO of Guild Garage Group, to share his professional journey from a CPA at UCF to the ...
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EP: 002 - The Cockroach of Marketing - Zac Garside w/ Prolific Brand Design
In this episode, we are joined by a familiar face and longtime friend, Zac Garside. His professional journey started at Power Selling Pros, where he helped home services businesses to improve their CSRs performance and the call center experienc...
EP: 001 - I'm Back!
After 250 episodes of HVAC Success Secrets Revealed and parting ways with my business partner, I thought I’d be back behind the mic in a week. But, Life had other plans. I stepped into a new role as a Fractional CMO with Free Agency and became ...
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EP: 251 Thaddeus & Evan - Growth, Challenges, and Moving Forward
After an incredible journey and 250+ episodes, we’re excited to share our final episode of "HVAC Revealed" with you all. Thaddeus and Evan reflect on the many experiences, tough conversations, and authentic discussions that defined our podcast....
EP: 250 Mike Prenchavage w/ PHCC - Profit, Succession, and the Future of Trades
In this episode of HVAC Success Secrets Revealed, Thaddeus interviews Mike Prinkavich live from the Profit Rocket X event in Dallas. Mike, the past president of the PHCC, shares insights on the importance of profit in driving organizational gro...
EP: 249 Mike Venidis w/ Rhyno Strategic Solutions - Leadership & Growth in HVAC: Core Values and Mindset Shifts
Our latest episode of HVAC Revealed is a deep dive into the core values, leadership challenges, and the mindset shifts necessary for both personal and professional growth. We're thrilled to have our very own Mike Venidis, Chief Experience Offic...
EP: 248 Kelly Stephens w/ Clover - Aligning Head, Heart, and Gut
Join us on the latest episode of "HVAC Revealed" as we dive deep with Kelly Stephens, the incredible Director of Client Services at Clover and a certified life coach. Broadcasting live from the Service Expo 2024 in Orlando, this inspiring conve...
