Episodes 28
Avg. Duration 49m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (6)
Since Jul 2025
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
Consistency
92%
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About This Podcast

HVAC Full Blast is your bi-weekly dose of HVAC business growth, powered by Trane. Hosted by Mary Carter (Trane Technologies) and Stephen Ross (Sandler), this podcast is built for residential HVAC dealers who want to scale their business, sharpen their sales, and lead with confidence. Tune in for expert interviews, dealer success stories, and practical tips on pricing, service agreements, workforce development, and more. Whether you're in the field or in the office, HVAC Full Blast helps you stay ahead in a competitive market. Interested in becoming a Trane Dealer? Visit our website at https://partners.trane.com/ We'd love your feedback and suggestions on future episodes. Please email us at [email protected]. This podcast channel is for general informational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in these episodes are those of the panelists and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Trane Technologies. Trane Technologies makes no warranty or guarantee concerning accuracy or completeness of the content presented in this webinar. Trane does not provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. This material is for informational purposes only and it should not be relied on for tax, legal, or accounting advice. Tax law is subject to continual change. All decisions are your responsibility and you should consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors. Trane disclaims any responsibility for actions taken on the material presented. All trademarks referenced are the trademarks of their respective owners. ©2025 Trane. All Rights Reserved.

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Stop Guessing Your Pricing: How Smart HVAC Companies Actually Do It

Jun 08, 2026 45m Transcript

In this episode, Mary Carter and Stephen Ross break down the real ways contractors approach job costing, from flat rate and time-and-materials to divisor methods and gross profit per crew day. They…

Heat Pumps Are Having a Moment - A Product Manager’s Take

May 26, 2026 53m Transcript

Heat pumps are having a moment—and the terminology is getting confusing fast. Chelsea Hudson (Product Manager – Heat Pumps) joins Mary Carter and Stephen Ross to simplify what heat pumps do, when…

Veterans + HVAC: The Trade Warriors Blueprint Dealers Need

May 11, 2026 52m Transcript

In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, Carter, Mary and Stephen Ross are joined by Craig Johnson, Director of Contractor Experience at Trane Technologies, to break down the Trade Warriors program — a…

Burn Your Cape: Stop Firefighting and Fix the Real Problem

Apr 27, 2026 51m Transcript

Tired of putting out fires all day? Trina Swenson, an operational excellence / continuous improvement coach, breaks down practical problem-solving for real businesses—how to spot the “nagging” repeat…

What is EBITDA? (And Why Your Business Needs it!)

Apr 13, 2026 1h 5m Transcript

What's the single most important number when it comes to selling your business? Hint: It's not your net income.In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, Mary Carter and Stephen Ross are joined by lawyer…

The Contractor of the Future: What the Data Reveals

Mar 30, 2026 53m Transcript

What separates today’s top HVAC contractors from the rest of the pack?In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, hosts Mary Carter and Stephen Ross are joined by TJ O’Connor, President of Farmington…

The HVAC Cash‑Flow Rollercoaster (And How to Stabilize It)

Mar 16, 2026 44m Transcript

Seasonal slowdowns are part of HVAC — but panic doesn’t have to be.In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, hosts Mary Carter and Stephen Ross dig into what really happens to HVAC businesses during…

Repair vs Replace: Why Most HVAC Techs Are Having the Wrong Conversation

Mar 02, 2026 52m Transcript

Repair or replace? It’s one of the most debated — and emotionally charged — decisions in HVAC today.In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, hosts Mary Carter and Steven Ross are joined by David Holt,…

Don’t Let Seasonality Win: Working Capital Done Right

Feb 16, 2026 47m

Join hosts Mary Carter and Stephen Ross as they sit down with senior loan officer Jordan Cordero from Live Oak Bank for a candid deep dive into contractor financing—what it really takes to fund…

From HGTV to High‑Efficiency: Anthony Carrino on Real‑World Comfort

Feb 02, 2026 54m Transcript

Designer–contractor Anthony Carrino, known for his HGTV background and decades of real‑world building experience, breaks down what “comfort” really means inside a modern home—and why it’s far more…

Family Ties in HVAC: The Good, the Bad, the Balance

Jan 19, 2026 40m Transcript

Virginia Zunk, finance leader at Trane and HVAC insider, dives into what it’s really like to work with family—and why it can be both a superpower and a challenge.  Learn how to set boundaries without…

Small HVAC Company? Here's How to Beat the Big Guys at Their Own Game

Jan 05, 2026 48m Transcript

Rob Rotondo, fractional CMO and HVAC marketing veteran, breaks down exactly how to build a profitable marketing program from scratch—whether you're doing $2M or $12M in revenue. Learn why most…

Breaking Up with Best, Better, Good: A Smarter Pricing Strategy

Dec 15, 2025 43m Transcript

Why do 85-90% of HVAC contractors use the same "best, better, good" pricing strategy? And more importantly—how can you beat them at their own game? In this episode, Mary and Stephen break down the…

The Hidden Liability Killing HVAC Companies (And How to Fix It)

Dec 01, 2025 53m Transcript

What happens when your HVAC system breaks down in year five, and you thought you had a ten-year warranty? For homeowners, it's a shocking repair bill. For contractors, it could be a hidden liability…

Hammering Down Stereotypes: HVAC Careers Reimagined (with Allison Lincks!!)

Nov 17, 2025 49m Transcript

In this lively episode of HVAC Full Blast, Mary and Stephen sit down with Allison Lincks for a candid conversation about breaking stereotypes, leadership in the trades, and building an HVAC dream…

The Secret Sauce for Meetings That Make Money (Or At Least Don’t Lose It!)

Nov 03, 2025 1h 7m Transcript

Tips, mistakes, and stories from the field—this episode of HVAC Full Blast tackles how to run meetings that actually get results. Whether you’re in sales, service, or management, discover the secrets…

Fight, Flight, or Freeze: Stress Management Hacks for HVAC Pros (with Dr. Rebecca Heiss!!)

Oct 20, 2025 1h 8m Transcript

Mary Carter and Stephen Ross welcome stress physiologist, author, and keynote speaker Dr. Rebecca Heiss for an honest, energetic chat about handling stress in the home services industry. Think stress…

Agents of Change: HVAC Marketing for the Modern Era

Oct 06, 2025 48m Transcript

On this episode of HVAC Full Blast, hosts Mary Carter and Stephen Ross are joined by special guest Lorne Sederoff from SearchKings for an inside look at how search engine marketing and AI are…

So What? Winning in HVAC During an Odd Year

Sep 22, 2025 51m Transcript

In this episode of HVAC Full Blast, hosts Mary Carter from Trane and Stephen Ross from Sandler tackle one of the industry's most pressing, yet rarely discussed topics: mental toughness. In the…

Stripes & Strategy: Navigating Business Growth (with special guest, Tim Mozley!!)

Sep 08, 2025 33m Transcript

Tune in as hosts Mary Carter with Trane and Stephen Ross with Sandler (rocking matching striped shirts) welcome Tim Mozley, a trailblazer in business expansion. Discover how Tim transitioned from…

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