Pipewrench
In the Trades
I've been in the service plumbing industry for eleven years. Mainly residential houses and commercial kitchens. I got my masters license in April 2013. Started my company in May 2013 and went full time June 2014. Its been growing at what I consider a good rate. I've recently hired a very motivated apprentice to help me on his off days from the fire department (3-4 days a week). I have very high hopes for this guy, very mechanically inclined and anxious to learn and try new things. Needless to say I'm very pleased with his progress. I have started doing a little advertising and think it has been ok, but nothing too impressive or expensive. I'm kind of a "tightwad", and pretty much put all my money back into the company. I think that the best way to move forward is to learn from people who have already done what I'm trying to do. So I guess my request for advice is, what would any of you who have grown a successful business, like to share with a fellow plumber who is not your competition? Any and all advice will be appreciated. www.davisplumbingandgas.com