Many business owners face the same dilemma at one time or another - deciding when to stop working in the business and start working on the business. Terry Boone is no exception. What he didn't know was he would soon have the help of some of the trade's best-known business consultants to help coach him.
According to Hugh Joyce, president and co-owner of James River Air Conditioning Co. Inc., Richmond, Va. (and former News' "Best Contractor to Work For" winner, every company needs a consultant at some time. He provides tips on choosing the right consultant.
At the AirTime 500 Fall Expo, marketing guru Jack Trout talked about "marketing warfare" and how being different is the best way to stand out from the competition.
It used to be that colder temperatures and leaves changing color were the most recognizable signs that autumn was upon us. For the HVACR contracting trade, another familiar sign of autumn's arrival is The News' annual "Best Contractor to Work For" contest.
The concept of adding value can be important to selling a hydronic heating system, as some customers need to be shown that hydronic benefits - such as added comfort or increased efficiency - can help overcome higher initial costs.
At the September meeting of the Eastern Michigan Chapter of the Radiant Panel Association (EMRPA), members explored several options for installing cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) tubing for radiant floor heat applications.
The theme of the Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute (HRAI) of Canada annual general meeting was "Expand Your Comfort Zone." One way HRAI is encouraging members to expand their comfort zone is by exploring the uses of fuel cell technology.
Brian Walters knows a good thing when he sees it. The owner of Ace Plumbing & Airtec Heating & Air Conditioning in Kelowna has positioned his business to take advantage of the commercial and residential building boom in this busy resort town.