Aizik Zimerman
Owner of Jay Blanton Plumbing in Chicago who scaled the business from about $6M to a $25–30M run rate primarily by investing in trenchless sewer lining, operations, and a repeatable sales/marketing system.
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Sep 5, 2025 • 52min
From Wall Street to Water Heaters: The Counterintuitive Playbook for 4x Growth in 3 Years | Lazy Leverage #71
Aizik Zimerman, Owner and CEO of J Blanton Plumbing, transformed the company from $6 million to a $25 million run rate in just three years. He boldly claims his business isn't plumbing, but rather a consumer sales and marketing venture. Aizik shares his strategy of leveraging global talent to combat the skilled labor shortage, allowing him to pay technicians above market rates. He also discusses the importance of obsession in business and advocates for organic growth over acquisitions, pushing the boundaries of traditional plumbing practices with innovative marketing strategies.
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Nov 7, 2023 • 35min
#63- Recruiting Top Talent Plumbers with Aizik Zimerman
Exploring the success of a plumbing business in Chicago, discussing recruitment strategies, the impact of private equity, and the power of local ownership. Highlights include attracting top talent with competitive pay and a positive work culture, adapting recruitment processes, and the importance of digital marketing for business success.
Dec 2, 2025 • 49min
Plumbing Owner Grew From $6M to $25M on Sewers (Here’s How)
Aizik Zimerman, the dynamic owner of Jay Blanton Plumbing, shares how he skyrocketed his business from $6M to $30M by focusing on trenchless sewer lining. He reveals his innovative $93 'Unclogs for Dogs' promotion and why sending a salesman with a camera is key to educating customers. Aizik discusses his hefty $1M investment in UV-curing technology, the competitive edge of pricing lining cheaper than excavation, and the strategic use of direct mail to target older neighborhoods. This is a masterclass in scaling a plumbing business!
