What does it take to keep homes warm across Maine during the long winter? In this episode, Eric, Bill, and HVAC technician Joseph share how they handle emergency heating repair calls, cover hundreds of miles, and improve systems to keep families safe.
You’ll hear how the team manages the winter rush, the systems they’ve improved over the years, and why ignoring a “cold home” report can be dangerous. They also discuss the realities of installing and maintaining heating systems, the challenges of servicing heat pumps, and why recruiting skilled HVAC technicians is critical for expansion.

Takeaways:
* The challenges of providing emergency HVAC service across rural Maine
* How heat pumps perform in Maine winters and why repairs can be tricky
* Why hiring and training new technicians is key for growth

Learn more about Mid-Coast Energy Systems at midcoastenergysystems.com

What’s changed in the field? And what still works? A lot. In this episode, Eric, Bill, and HVAC technician Joseph talk about how the work has evolved—and what today’s techs need to keep up and stay ahead.

From brazing to ZoomLock, analog gauges to digital, and the rise of heat pumps, the tools, systems, and know-how on site look a lot different than they did even a decade ago. Hear what’s making installs faster and safer, what’s coming with the 2026 refrigerant shift, and why the best techs still lean on real-world experience to get the job done right.

Takeaways:
* The tools that are saving serious time (and reducing safety risks) on the job
* How heat pump installs and refrigerants are evolving—and what that means for 2026
* What heat pump installations look like now vs. a decade ago
* Why dual-fuel systems and real-world maintenance still matter
* Lessons from the past that still apply today

Learn more about Mid-Coast Energy Systems at midcoastenergysystems.com

What does it take to lead the next generation in the trades? In this episode, Eric, Bill, and HVAC technician Joseph talk about leadership on the job, mentorship in the field, and what it really means to train the next wave of skilled workers.

With an average employee age under 30, Mid-Coast is seeing a big shift—new energy, fresh talent, and the responsibility to pass down hard-earned experience. From day-one learning curves to the realities of cell phones on the job, this episode dives into how techs are trained, how leaders step up, and why the best pros know how to teach as well as troubleshoot. If you work in the trades—or you're managing a crew—this episode is a must listen.

Takeaways:
* What leadership looks like on a job site
* Mentoring young techs in HVAC and plumbing
* Why experience alone doesn’t make someone a leader
* How the trades are changing—and what companies can do to keep up
* Supporting young talent in the trades—and why it matters

Learn more about Mid-Coast Energy Systems at midcoastenergysystems.com