Make Trades Great Again

Eric Aune, Andy Mickelson
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Jan 21, 2025 • 35min

Attention Menards Shoppers: Fight in the lumberyard

Chad joins the guys to tell the story of a birthday gone bad and it might be all because of an orange bucket…you’ll have to listen to hear the whole story. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
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Jan 14, 2025 • 28min

Mixed Bag: Resi Fire Sprinklers, GPS tracking and time keeping, Gas station bathrooms w/ Chad

Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
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Dec 31, 2024 • 38min

Career Milestones? Was 2024 the tipping point for tech and time?

The speakers share their humorous struggles with project time estimates while celebrating the year's achievements. They dive into the complexities of installing air-to-water heat pumps and the trust required from customers amid technology changes. Personal stories about navigating outdated heat exchanger designs are shared, emphasizing repair vs. replacement challenges. Light-hearted tool troubles bring laughter as they discuss organization woes. Finally, reflections on the evolution of boiler systems highlight their journey in the heating and cooling industry.
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Dec 24, 2024 • 30min

Those free “find a contractor” listings

Back when we started out it was tough to get the phone to ring. Getting listed on manufacturer’s websites was one way we got our business name out there. Are you doing it? Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
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Dec 17, 2024 • 41min

Fan Mail: How Does Andy Get Any Work Done?

The guys answer some questions  sent in by listeners Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
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Dec 10, 2024 • 39min

Tool Reviews with Eric & Andy

This episode works best as a video, you can watch it over on the MH YouTube channel https://bit.ly/4g4zYXpSend us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
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Dec 3, 2024 • 49min

When Podcasts Collide

This week the guys are joined virtually by the hosts of the Appetite For Construction podcast, John Mesenbrink & Tim Ward. It's that time of year again where we take a look back and even forward into the new year. There was some fun bs'ing as well. Hope you enjoy!Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
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Nov 26, 2024 • 54min

MTGA Road Trip!

It's roadtrip time for Andy as he met up with Eric for a super top secret install in Northern MN. You’ll have to watch [or listen] to learn all about the project. If the podcast just isn’t enough you could search the tag “#duluthbuild” on Instagram for more from the project job site. Okay, J/K....Air-to-Water Heat Pumps are having a time right now, this project had the guys working in Eric's in-laws home to connect the Viessmann Vitocal heat pump to a whole home hydronic heating system. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
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Nov 19, 2024 • 35min

B.S. & Bad Jobs.

The hosts dive into the quirky challenges of barn dominium construction, tackling issues from inexperienced owners to city permits. They share a hilarious recount of their Napa Valley trip, merging wine tasting stories with nostalgic jingles. The discussion uncovers the trials of heating a mountain yurt turned art studio, while they reminisce about the importance of effective teamwork in tackling plumbing projects. Expect laughter and relatable tales about the ups and downs of the trade industry!
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Nov 12, 2024 • 42min

Special Guest: Apprentice Adam Parent

Canadian apprentice Adam Parent joins the guys to talk about his experiences and thoughts bout joining the plumbing trade in Canada. Adam's experience in both residential and commercial work doing both plumbing and heating new construction, remodel and service have helped him hone his skills and find a place where he's challenged but excited to learn & do more. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email

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