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Discover how building a unified team, embracing smart change, and switching from time-and-materials to strategic contract pricing can help PHC contractors boost profits, reduce headaches, and finally compete at a Super Bowl level.
Demonstrate integrity by being thorough and informing consumers upfront of service charges and potential contingencies; this can help increase your business.
When a simple trip for gas turned into a costly car repair, one consumer learned a valuable lesson every PHC service professional should remember: thorough, honest diagnostics build trust — and trust builds lasting business success.
By understanding true operational costs and confidently setting prices above those costs, contractors can ensure their businesses remain profitable and sustainable.
Discounts can boost business—but only if you know your true costs, set smart profit margins, and price above those costs. Plan carefully to stay profitable, even with deals.
A thoughtful reader email sparks a deeper look into how customer feedback — both good and bad — can guide contractors toward excellence, while offering smart strategies for dealing with difficult clients and protecting your business.
By managing costs, hiring and training great employees and maintaining high standards, contractors can build a loyal clientele and achieve profitability.
Running a successful PHC business takes more than technical skill — it’s a carefully balanced recipe of knowledge, business sense, pride, and the drive to deliver excellence at every turn.
Want to protect your business, boost your confidence, and silence the "could've-been-cheaper" crowd? Ask for customer feedback at the time of service—and put it in writing.
Being in business requires maintaining a positive demeanor, even when it’s challenging. For plumbing and HVAC service contractors, a smile can make a significant difference in customer interactions, fostering satisfaction and loyalty.
Being in business requires maintaining a positive demeanor, even when it’s challenging. For plumbing and HVAC service contractors, a smile can make a significant difference in customer interactions, fostering satisfaction and loyalty.
Success in the plumbing, heating and cooling industry hinges on both technical expertise and exceptional customer service. Columnist Richard DiToma emphasizes the importance of first impressions, particularly during initial phone interactions.