Stories that move the trades forward
From early-stage to third-generation HVAC companies, the ExploreHVAC & Home Services Podcast shares the journeys, lessons, and insights that move the HVAC industry forward—one authentic conversation at a time.
Buying Low, Scaling High: The Art of The HVAC Acquisition
Can you really build a $15M HVAC empire from 1,500 miles away? In this episode of ExploreHVAC & Home Services Podcast, Pam Mashburn sits down with Marc Chard and Spencer Satorie of Apex Services. Their partnership started with a single transaction, Spencer buying Marc’s business, but it turned into an aggressive acquisition journey that saw them buy 9 businesses in just two years, leading to a massive private equity exit.
The home for stories that drive HVAC and home service success
The exploreHVAC & Home Services Podcast is where HVAC and home service stories come to life. From entrepreneurs building something new to leaders transforming their industries, each episode reveals the people, ideas, and conversations shaping the future of the trades.
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70%+70% is Greater than My 100%: Why HVAC Business Owners Must Stop Doing It All Themselves
In this episode of ExploreHVAC & Home Services, Pam Mashburn sits down with Tony Yanniello, owner of All-Star Heating and Air Conditioning in Knoxville, TN. As a third-generation HVAC pro, Tony has seen the industry change from coal furnaces to AI-driven diagnostics, but his success comes down to timeless business principles: community involvement, proper pricing, and the “whiteboard math” of delegation.
The Future of HVAC sales: AI, Financing, and Transparent Pricing
In this episode of exploreHVAC & Home Services, Pam Mashburn sits down with Seth Ure, founder of SetSale, to deconstruct the “ecosystem” of the modern HVAC business. Seth shares his unique journey from international law in China to the heart of HVAC manufacturing and finance, offering a rare “bird’s-eye view” of how manufacturers, distributors, and contractors can actually work together instead of against each other.
Attics To Office: How HVAC Leaders Are Made
What does it take to build an HVAC company that customers trust and employees never want to leave? In this episode, host Pam Mashburn sits down with James Holland, Vice President of Hans Heating and Air in Montgomery, Alabama, a service and replacement company with a rock-solid reputation built on honesty, integrity, and exceptional customer experiences.
Financing Growth in HVAC & Home Services
In this episode of *exploreHVAC & Home Services*, host Pam Mashburn sits down with *Dillon Caraway, Senior Loan Officer at Live Oak Bank*, to break down how contractors can use smart financing to scale their businesses.
More Stories Ahead
Discover more conversation with the people shaping the HVAC and home service landscape- each episode filled with insights, stories, and real perspectives.