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Contractor Series: Wisdom from A Spray Foam Pioneer
Discover the hard-earned wisdom of a 27-year insulation veteran who transitioned from a one-man operation to managing a massive Houston-based team. Carlos Bales shares why profitability in spray foam…
The Spray Foam Liability Trap: Why You Need More Than a Handshake
Protect your insulation business from liability and ensure you get paid for every job with expert legal strategies designed specifically for contractors. Learn why a handshake isn't enough and how a…
Spray Foam in the Real World, Unfiltered Conversations with the IDI Tech team
Join four of the industry's most seasoned veterans as they swap "war stories" from the field and reveal the critical maintenance habits that separate profitable contractors from the rest. On this…
The Comfort Crisis: Why Bigger Isn’t Better for Heating & Cooling with Brynn Cooksey
Discover the shocking truth about why 99% of HVAC systems may be oversized and how insulation contractors hold the key to fixing comfort and efficiency problems. On this episode of the R-Value…
How Insulation Contractors Can Boost Sales Before the 25C Tax Credit Ends with Peter Troast, Energy Circle
In the latest episode of the R-Value podcast, IDI's Ken Allison welcomes Peter Troast from Energy Circle. They discuss the critical, time-sensitive opportunity for insulation contractors with the 25C…
$20M Lawsuit Nightmare: Lessons in Accountability & Liability from the Spray Foam Industry
In the latest episode of the R-Value podcast, IDI's Ken Allison welcomes Walter Mleczko II, President and Chief Executive Officer at Performance Spray Foam Texas Inc. Walter shares the intense story…
Marketing to Millennials, Gen Z, and Beyond: Housing Trends with Sarah Gutterman
Are you ready for a future where your next customer demands a solar-powered, all-electric smart home—and rejects granite countertops? In this episode of the R-Value podcast, IDI's Ken Allison…
25C Tax Credit Free Marketing Update and Strategies for 2025
In the latest episode of the R-Value Podcast, IDI Business Development expert Ken Allison welcomes back Peter Troast, founder of Energy Circle. Peter shares insights into the 25C Means Business…
Challenges With HFO Spray Foam Blowing Agents with Mary C. Bogdan, Research Fellow, Honeywell
The latest advancements in spray foam technology are here, but are you prepared to handle them? In this episode of the R-Value podcast, industry expert Ken Allison sits down with Honeywell research…
Getting Other People to Do Your Bids For You & Other Wisdom for Bidding Insulation and Spray Foam Projects with Shad Wall of ICDZ Insulation Construction Drawings
In the latest episode of the R-Value podcast, IDI’s Ken Allison sits down with Shad Wall of ICDZ Insulation Construction Drawings to discuss innovative approaches to bidding for insulation and spray…
The Hidden ROI of Insulation and Air Sealing: Expert Tips from Rick Hall, Building Science Professional Training
The Hidden ROI of Insulation and Air Sealing: Expert Tips from Rick Hall, Building Science Professional Training In the latest episode of the R-Value podcast, IDI's Ken Allison welcomes Rick Hall, a…
Innovative Dehumidification Technologies: What's New in the Market? with Nikki Krueger, Santa Fe
On today’s R-Value podcast, IDI’s Ken Allison welcomes Nikki Kruger from Santa Fe dehumidifiers. As the industry grapples with the challenges of increasingly airtight homes, Nikki sheds light on the…
Getting The Most Out of Your Material with Derek Fowler, Owens Corning
In the latest episode of the R-Value podcast, IDI’s Chris Fuerst welcomes Derek Fowler from Owens Corning to discuss the critical topic of insulation coverage, emphasizing the importance of proper…
Unlocking the Power of the 25C Tax Credit with Peter Troast
In the latest episode of the R-Value podcast, IDI’s Ken Allison welcomes Peter Troast, Founder and CEO of Energy Circle. In this episode, Peter and Ken discuss the significant benefits and…
Acoustic Solutions for Contractors: Expert Tips from Owens Corning
In this episode, IDI’s Ken Allison and Owens Corning’s Mark Keenan discuss various aspects of soundproofing and acoustic insulation. Marc, who has been with Owens Corning for 24 years, shares his…
Optimizing Building Efficiency with The Passive House Network and Ken Levenson
In the latest episode of the R-Value podcast, IDI's Ken Allison welcomes special guest Ken Levenson, the executive director of the Passive House Network. The discussion centers on the concept of…
Avoid These MAJOR Pitfalls On Spray Foam Projects with Henri Fennell
This episode of the R-Value Podcast features an insightful conversation with industry veteran Henri Fennell about common issues that can arise with spray foam installations. Fennell shares his…
The TRUTH about Spray Foam and Metal Buildings with Rick Duncan, SPFA and John Stahl, Preferred Solutions Inc.
In the latest episode of the R-Value podcast, IDI's Ken Allison welcomes special guests Rick Duncan, Executive Director of the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) and John Stahl of the Metal…
Maximizing Your Business Growth on Angi (formerly Angie's List) with Ryan White
This episode of the R-Value podcast is an exciting listen for any insulation contractor looking to grow their business, but even more so for spray foam contractors! You won’t want to miss out on the…
Blower Door Mastery: Techniques and Tips for Contractors with Sam Myers of Retrotec
In this episode of the R-Value podcast, host Ken Allison and special guest Sam Myers from Retrotec discuss the intricacies and importance of blower doors in testing a home's air tightness. They delve…
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