In this episode of Powering Success: Future-Proofing Your Generator Company, John Tedesco sits down with Chris Shaffer, owner of Aquatech Mechanical, to unpack what it really takes to build and scale a professional generator installation and service business.
Chris shares how Hurricane Sandy pushed him into generators, why he chose to specialize, and how Aquatech became a trusted installation partner for major retailers like Costco and Lowe’s. The conversation dives deep into operational discipline, inspections, service standards, and how Generac’s latest technology is reshaping the industry.
Topics covered include:
- The evolution of the generator market since 2012
- Retail-driven generator installs and cash-flow realities
- Why specialization beats “storm chasing”
- Grid instability, AI power demand, and future backup solutions
- Marketing lessons from Angi, Facebook, Google, and referrals
- What today’s educated generator buyer expects
This episode is a must-listen for generator dealers, electricians, and service company owners focused on long-term growth and operational excellence.
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