The Only 5 Ways to Build & Scale a Home Service Business in 2025 | Scott Slate
Want to build a $3M+ home service business — even if you're starting from scratch?
In this episode of Founder 2 Founder, I sit down with Scott Slate, a 28-year industry veteran who’s helped scale dozens of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical businesses across the U.S.
In this episode of Founder 2 Founder, I sit down with Scott Slate, a 28-year industry veteran who’s helped scale dozens of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical businesses across the U.S.
We break down what works right now — from hiring and training, to increasing your company’s valuation and building a real exit strategy. If you're in the trades or thinking about jumping in, this is a must-listen.
🔥 You’ll learn:
• Why the next wave of millionaires will come from HVAC, plumbing & electrical
• How to scale from technician to CEO with $3M+ revenue
• The sales systems that double your valuation
• Commission vs. hourly pay: what builds loyalty
• How private equity firms think about your business
• Real talk on licenses, partnerships, and membership models that boost value
• Why the next wave of millionaires will come from HVAC, plumbing & electrical
• How to scale from technician to CEO with $3M+ revenue
• The sales systems that double your valuation
• Commission vs. hourly pay: what builds loyalty
• How private equity firms think about your business
• Real talk on licenses, partnerships, and membership models that boost value
💬 What’s your biggest challenge in scaling a home service business? I read every reply.
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