August 21, 2026 Edition
Hello home service operators, |
Today, I'm sharing some industry news and best resources. LFG. |
🤝 In case you missed it, we’re building an alliance (Titan) of top home service owner-operators who share the same mission, values, and commitment to building great businesses. |
📈 Google search rankings are seeing major volatility again, with sites reporting dramatic swings in traffic despite no confirmed algorithm update. Learn more here. |
👥 Quick Staffers makes it simple to hire trained CSRs specifically for your home service business, so every customer gets knowledgeable, on-brand service. |
💰️ Do you know which private equity platforms are most actively buying HVAC companies in 2026? |
📞 Answer every call, book every job, and accelerate revenue growth with Avoca as your front office engine. |
Three Tactical Blog Posts |
1️⃣ Most contractors think marketing exists to generate leads. It does, but the best marketing creates far more than customers. Learn more here. |
2️⃣ Jolly Heating, Air, Plumbing, and Electric grew from a $2 million family plumbing business into a $22 million multi-trade operation. Read their story here. |
3️⃣ This month, Local Services Ads are moving into Google Ads. Here’s what you need to know. |
Three Must-See Videos |
Why Most Home Service Businesses Never Make It Past $3M |
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Why Most Home Service Businesses Never Make It Past $3M |
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Why Smart People Are Leaving Corporate to Buy HVAC Companies |
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Why Smart People Are Leaving Corporate to Buy HVAC Companies |
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The Alarm Business Is Shrinking—Here's What You Need to Know |
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The Alarm Business Is Shrinking—Here's What You Need to Know |
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Three Social Media Updates |
Things are changing in the world of SBA loans. Here’s the short version. |
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There’s a good chance you haven’t outgrown your market. Instead, you’ve got a marketing problem. |
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A great guide for anyone who wants to get into the power washing space. |
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If there’s anything you want me to cover in the newsletter or on a future podcast, reach out. I personally read every reply. |
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👊 John |
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