Reliable Trades Podcast

Joe Blanchard joins us to talk everything HVACR. We'll go over what it's like going from residential to commercial and more importantly the commercial refrigeration side. Joe will share his experiences and what he values as a technician out in the field and what helped him and why he helps others now on social media. Follow him at:https://www.instagram.com/j_blanchard1UPDATED LINKS FOR MER...

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Alex Vergados joins us to talk her journey into HVAC. Transitioning from field service to installation requires a specific mindset. This video covers why understanding how equipment works is the key advantage for any technician looking to improve their craft. By keeping the service perspective in mind during an install, you become a more valuable asset to your team and your clients. We discuss the...

In this episode, Jason Gamboa shares his journey in HVAC, from learning on the job. He discusses industry challenges, the importance of continuous learning, and strategies for success in HVAC trades. We share insights on social media growth, industry trends, and the importance of authenticity and networking in the trades. Discover practical tips for building your brand, leveraging events like AHR,...

Dan Phillips from shares insights on seasonal trends, equipment challenges, and the importance of continuous learning in HVAC. Discover practical tips, industry trends, and personal stories that can help both newcomers and seasoned professionals excel. Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/aircondan*This Podcast is sponsored by:RESIDEOhttp://resideo.com/proiqDIVERSITECHSimplify your work, they h...

Register for their 2 part webinar:https://weil-mclain.co/reliable-tradesLearn more about Weil-Mclain: https://www.weil-mclain.com/Electrification is accelerating driven by consumer desire to reduce their climate impact, regulatory mandates, rebates and incentives, and volatile energy costs. However, full electrification is not practical for everybody, especially in hydronics. Dual fuel solutions c...

In this episode, Hunter Hall shares his journey from HVAC technician to business owner, emphasizing the importance of strategic hiring, maintaining good relationships, and balancing work-life priorities. He discusses the challenges of running a small business, the value of training, and his vision for growth. In this episode, Reliable HVAC shares his journey of starting and growing his family-owne...

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Rolando joins us to talk about his journey into starting a HVAC business and figuring it out along the way. What are the realistic expectations that a young tech will find in the trade and how to get ahead and be successful no matter what you do. Follow him on YT:Tiktok:*This Podcast is sponsored by:RESIDEOhttp://resideo.com/proiqDIVERSITECHSimplify your work, they have everything a contractor nee...

Today we will be talking to the secret sauce of parts, breakdowns and manuals, Partstown. Ever since I got into the trade, we have been using this website to our advantage to get the right parts and also help us figure out equipment out in the field. They are great for commercial kitchen equipment but have recently expanded into HVAC where I see this being incredibly helpful for techs and a great...

I was invited out to the big event, Milwuakee PIPELINE to see first hand all the new tools they are unveiling and demonstrating. Join us for an in-depth discussion on the latest tools and equipment in the HVACR industry. Let's talk directly to the people developing and bringing the first of their kind HVAC equipment to lead the way for battery powered essentials like vacuum pumps and the much...

In this episode we sit down at the podcast studio at the Johnson Controls booth during the AHR Expo in Las Vegas! We talk about past present and future with controls, automation and more! See what these experts have to say on the matter and my experiences with safeties and controls in the field.*This Podcast is sponsored by:RESIDEOhttp://resideo.com/proiqDIVERSITECHSimplify your work, they have ev...

Today we walk around the AHR Expo in Las Vegas with none other than Robert Kraft. He invented the Jumper King sold by Supco TradeFox and now we discuss other new inventions he has out now from Malco, Navac, and Refrigeration Technologies. Simple and useful solutions we should have had ages ago are now being brought to life to help technicians out in the field. Listen as we go thru the new products...

Live from the AHR expo in Las Vegas, we sit down with Resideo to talk about how they're helping contractors stay ahead with their services. In this episode we talk about saving time & money and growing your business. MERCH & DISCOUNT AT: http://www.reliablehvacr.netListen to the Reliable Trades Podcast, available everywhere!~JOIN OUR DISCORD:https://discord.gg/ch5Z3qeUNQBrought to you...

In this conversation, Johnny shares his journey in the HVAC industry, discussing his transition from landscaping to becoming a technician. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship, continuous learning, and networking in building a successful career. The discussion also highlights the diverse opportunities available within the HVAC field and the significance of acting with integrity and professio...

In this conversation, Alayna, a plumber from Phoenix, Arizona, shares her journey into the plumbing trade, discussing her challenges, triumphs, and the importance of mentorship and community support. She emphasizes the need for more women in trades, the significance of building relationships with customers, and the impact of social media on perceptions of the industry. Alayna also highlights the i...

We have the twins, Sean & Matt joining us in this episode. In this engaging conversation, the HVACR dads share their experiences in the HVACR industry, discussing the challenges of getting into the trades, the importance of passion, and the role of music in their lives. They delve into the significance of training the next generation of technicians and the balance between work and personal lif...

James, one legged HVAC tech shares his story on the show. In this conversation we discuss various aspects of the HVAC trade, including regional differences, the importance of trade skills, and the influence of family on career choices. We share personal experiences related to work ethic, overcoming challenges, and adapting to injuries in the field. The discussion emphasizes the significance of min...

Armando joins us to talk about how he got into the trades and now teaching HVAC. We'll go over the importance of continuing education and the different paths and experiences people can take to learn a skilled trade. He has made some great videos for his students to help them understand further but they quickly got traction from other viewers and now he's posting more content on all platfor...

Charlie Williams joins the show and talks about coming from a trades family and then finding HVAC later on. The work ethic was there and he really enjoyed what HVAC had to bring, so he focused and learned quickly to becoming the tech he is now at still such a young age. With ambitions to continue to excel in this industry, listen to what has helped him build upon that and what he wants to do in th...

From marine to hvac tech, Gage started his HVAC career while in the military and fell in love with it. Now after some years of experience he talks about getting his contractor's license and the difficulties in starting from the ground up. Follow him on IG:https://www.instagram.com/sempersolutions_hvac?igsh=YzE3d2NkYjJsanh0 *This Podcast is sponsored by:CallRail:Call tracking + AI that turns ca...

Mikhael joins the show to talk about his journey through the trade at such a young age and trying to excel quickly and make a good living. Him and his friend are working together and being mentored by their boss to eventually open their own business down the line and are taking in the experience and knowledge to be prepared for that big step. Follow him on IG:https://www.instagram.com/mikhvac?igsh...

Meagan McLoughlin joins us from CallRail, the call tracking and AI assistant you should definitely check out to boost your business. We cover everything from marketing to automation and even brand awareness for your business. She brings very insightful information and explains what they are doing at CallRail to help small businesses in particular and I share my experience with these topics from ru...

We welcome back Sascha who has a ton on his plate now with starting a business up while still working during the day. Not only that but he also runs an online community to help other technicians learn and network with each other as well as content creation on social media. We'll talk about the balancing act of all this while having a toddler as well and trying to make time for family which is...

Rudy Vargas aka JustWorkHVAC returns to the show to talk shop. He got his Texas contractor's license and runs a business in his free time that he is building up. He works as an apartment maintenance tech during the day and tries to bring pride and craftsmanship to that industry. Listen to his story as we catch up.*This Podcast is sponsored by:CallRail:Call tracking + AI that turns calls into c...