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#3 • May 28, 2024 • 13 min

Heating up your exit strategy: How to sell your HVAC business

  • Field Service
  • General
  • HVAC
  • Tips & Tricks

In this episode, Patrick Lange, Founder of the Business Modification Group, shares his expertise in helping heating and air business owners sell their companies. With years of experience and a deep understanding of their unique challenges, Patrick discusses his journey from owning a financial planning and swimming pool service company to becoming a business broker specializing in heating and air companies. He highlights his proactive marketing approach, utilizing social media, direct mail, and industry organizations to promote listings.

#3 • May 28, 2024 • 13 min • 2 min read

About the speakers

Patrick Lange

Guest

Patrick Lange

Founder, Business Modification Group

Patrick Lange is a seasoned business broker helping heating and air business owners sell their companies. With a background in financial planning and swimming pool services, Patrick brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the unique challenges business owners face in the HVAC industry. As the Founder of the Business Modification Group, he employs a proactive marketing approach to promote listings effectively, advising owners to build their businesses with the intention of selling.

Caitlin Dwyer

Host

Caitlin Dwyer

Host

A Boston native turned California resident, blending my background in acting with a passion for sales. Over time, I’ve immersed myself in the world of Field and Home Service, uncovering the inner workings of this fascinating industry.

What I’ve found is a vibrant community of service professionals, each with their own journey marked by tales of resilience and triumph. Their stories, filled with grit and grace, serve as a testament to the remarkable growth potential within this field.

Now, I’ve partnered with Workiz to share these inspiring narratives through our new podcast, Workiz Unplugged. Together, we aim to uplift and motivate individuals within the industry, offering insights and lessons from those who have thrived in the face of challenges.

Book a demo with Caitlin today!

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