Appetite for Construction

Send us Fan Mail The guys welcome in Shashwat Nath, a senior product manager at Watts Water Technologies. They discuss the upcoming AHR trade show, the importance of engaging with contractors for product development, and the role of technology in the plumbing and HVAC industries. Nath shares insights on the challenges contractors face, the impact of codes and standards on product development, and...

Send us Fan Mail John & Tim engage with Greg Guse, the Director of Engineering for the Malco Group, discussing his background in tool development, innovations in the industry, and the importance of customer-centric solutions. They explore the challenges of supply chain volatility, the role of technology in design, and Malco's initiatives in training and workforce development. Heat pumps s...

Send us Fan Mail The guys welcome in Marki Huston, Chief Executive Officer, Viega North America as she talks about her relatively new position at the company and her vision for future success. Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can deliver the comfort your customers desire. Understanding how to install these systems can help grow your business...

Send us Fan Mail The guys talk with Jimmy Allen, co-president and CEO of Sloan Valve Co., a leader in commercial plumbing fixtures. We talk family, the company, the Chicago Cubs, music and winning a grammy, and life. Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can deliver the comfort your customers desire. Understanding how to install these systems can...

Send us Fan Mail Back at the PHCC CONNECT Show, the guys catch up with Chris and Yolonda West, Chris West Plumbing, Jonesboro, Ark., and we also talk with newly appointed president for Rapid Locking System (RLS), Susan Labadie. Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with the Mechanical Hub...

Send us Fan Mail The guys welcome in Derek Cormier, Climate Experts Air Plumbing & Electric, Melbourne, Fla., and Aizik Zimerman of J. Blanton Plumbing, Northbrook, Ill., as they podcast from the Nexstar Super Meeting. Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can deliver the comfort your customers desire. Understanding how to install these syste...

Send us Fan Mail The guys welcome in Rick Koester, senior technical field trainer North Americas for the Ariston Group and NTI Boilers. Recently, Rick joined NTI Boilers and the Ariston Group and is currently focused on the launch of the company’s new Air to Water Heat Pump. He started as a service tech, then to the rep side to where he is today. We talk about today's training and the company...

Send us Fan Mail This week the guys dig deep into the world of the combustion analyzing market with Jason Esteves, general manager, Seitron Americas. Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can deliver the comfort your customers desire. Understanding how to install these systems can help grow your business and set your services apart. Get started w...

Send us Fan Mail Recorded from the PHCC CONNECT show in Grand Rapids, Mich., Tim and John talk with Aaron Kilburg, Midwest Commercial Sales Manager at NIBCO, Eric and Aviva Maxon, President and Apprentice (at the time of recording) of Steward's Plumbing, Albuquerque, NM, and Jeff and Janice Voss, President & Secretary at Jeff's Plumbing & Repair, Inc., Boone, N.C., about industry...

Send us Fan Mail From the Nexstar Super Meeting, Tim & John talk to three separate contractors about their businesses. Dayna Hottle from C&C Heating and Cooling, Washington Mich., Marissa & Jason Johnson from Johnson & Johnson Heating, AC & Plumbing, Martinsburg, WV, and Phil Hotarek from Lutz Plumbing, San Francisco Bay Area join the fellas. And, what is a 14-er hike? Heat pum...

Send us Fan Mail Recorded from the Nexstar Super Meeting, Tim & John start off this series by talking with Julian Scadden, CEO of Nexstar and Nick Rau, digital marketing coach at Nexstar. Why did Nexstar cut 1/3 of its membership and almost half of its revenue? Listen to hear Julian's response. Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can d...

Send us Fan Mail We honor all who have served on this Veterans Day as we welcome in Nate McIntosh, director of logistics and warehousing for GF Building Flow Solutions Americas and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. He has served since 1999 through today, with four and a half years of active duty, and the rest in a reserve capacity. McIntosh holds the rank of Master Gunnery Sergeant and has served in va...

Send us Fan Mail "Let your curiosity outweigh your fear," says Kate Glantz co-founder of the new women-in-the-trades initiative, Move Over Bob. She is joined by her MOB partner, Angie Cacace to discuss this new anthem. Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can deliver the comfort your customers desire. Understanding how to install these...

Send us Fan Mail This week we catch up with Dan Cole, Sr. Director of Technical Services and Research for IAPMO. From being a former licensed plumber to city plumbing inspector to working with the IAPMO Group, Dan's bio is full of plumbing enrichment. Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can deliver the comfort your customers desire. Unders...

Send us Fan Mail Bradley Co.'s president Bryan Mullett joins the fellas as he talks about keeping up with innovation while staying true to the company's roots. Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can deliver the comfort your customers desire. Understanding how to install these systems can help grow your business and set your services...

Send us Fan Mail The guys catch with Elliot Eisenberg, the Bowtie Economist to talk all things economy, from tariffs to supply chain to consumer confidence. While Eisenberg says that the economy is at a B-, there are still things to be optimistic about. Check out his presentation, “Economic Crystal Ball: What the Trends Mean for Your Business," at PHCC CONNECT in Grand Rapids, Wednesday, Octo...

Send us Fan Mail The boys catch up with Gregg Holladay, Business Development Manager – Specialty Markets for Bradford White. We talk about the importance of heat pumps, BW's AeroTherm G2 HPWH, and since he lives in the heart of bourbon country, we had to talk bourbon. Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can deliver the comfort your custome...

Send us Fan Mail The guys welcome in Michael Evans, Training and Development for Milwaukee Tool. Michael has consistently delivered exceptional results with over 23 years of expertise in sales, training, customer service, and brand marketing. As a servant leader, he fosters empowerment and drives excellence, leading a team of learning professionals to elevate customer experiences for distribution...

Send us Fan Mail Did you know that September is suicide prevention month? Did you also know that electricians and linemen, for example, are reported to be five times more likely to die by their own hands than from a physical injury on the job? These men and women are taking their own lives at unprecedented levels, somewhere between 52.1 and 68 per 100,000. Tim and John talk with Tom Murphy, direct...

Send us Fan Mail From owning Oak Creek Plumbing Kitchen & Bath, Oak Creek, Wis., to president of PHCC president to playing the drums in his spare time, Dan Callies joins the guys to talk about his passion for the trades and PHCC, his busy life and the key to collaboration. Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can deliver the comfort your cus...

Send us Fan Mail This week on the Appetite for Construction podcast, Tim and John talk with Jason Noel, Director of Advisement at CEO Warrior. Jason is a seasoned leader with an impressive track record in the service industry. Jason brings a wealth of experience, leadership skills, and a can-do attitude to the service industry and CEO Warrior members. His commitment to customer satisfaction, opera...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Tim and John talk with Ethan and Korey Silverman, cousins who work for General Pipe Cleaners. Ethan, director of sales for General, and Korey, director of operations, talk about the company’s history and the path forward after celebrating 95 years in business. After the conversation, the company is in good hands for sure.  We apologize for the unclean audio on this one....

Send us Fan Mail Recorded from Milwaukee's Pipeline event, the guys talk with Alec Dietzel, group product manager in the plumbing category, and Matt Schneider, product manager for fastening hand tools. They talk about a commitment to the trades through increased investments, whether that's directly to the schools, prototypes and testing, and American manufacturing. Heat pumps struggle in...

Send us Fan Mail John and Tim catch up with this year's PHCC CONNECT keynote Ryan Jenkins to talk about generational connections. Ryan is a Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author and Speaker—Connectable: How to Strengthen Team Connection in the New Era of Work. Click here to learn more about team connection keynote speaker, Ryan Jenkins. Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat...

Send us Fan Mail Jake Newman, marketing manager for Fluid Solutions for Watts Water Technologies stops by the Appetite for Construction studios to talk about National Backflow Prevention Day, which is held on August 16th every year. Video: https://youtu.be/9IO3iiv2Vag?si=tiPk-fXiacBdix_N Survey: https://www.watts.com/backflowsurvey Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your...