Bridging the Gap: If These Walls Could Talk
Bridging the Gap: If These Walls Could Talk
Podcast Description
Bridging the Gap with Jim Williams from Top Contractor School and Zita Billman with Lux10 dives into the world of contractors and realtors, exploring how their work transforms spaces and impacts consumers. From the homes they build to the stories they create, we uncover the craftsmanship, innovation, and connections shaping the marketplace. Whether you're a homeowner, industry professional, or just curious, this podcast reveals the stories behind the walls that define our lives.
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The podcast focuses on the intersection of contracting and real estate, with specific episodes exploring topics like smart home technology in Transforming Homes into Smart Havens, custom woodworking journeys in Corporate Job to Custom Woodworking, and the painting industry in Painting the Future. Additional themes include home renovations, innovation in design, and the collaboration between contractors and realtors.
Bridging the Gap with Jim Williams from Top Contractor School and Zita Billman with Lux10 dives into the world of contractors and realtors, exploring how their work transforms spaces and impacts consumers. From the homes they build to the stories they create, we uncover the craftsmanship, innovation, and connections shaping the marketplace. Whether you’re a homeowner, industry professional, or just curious, this podcast reveals the stories behind the walls that define our lives.
In this episode of Bridging the Gap: If These Walls Could Talk, hosts Jim Williams and Zita Billman sit down with Chris Radi, General Manager at McVay—a Pittsburgh powerhouse formed from the merger of three legacy companies in plumbing, HVAC, sewer, and electrical services.Chris shares the story of McVay’s rapid growth, from trenchless sewer pioneers to a fully integrated service provider, and how smart leadership, intentional logistics, and a people-first approach have created a culture of collaboration across the Pittsburgh region.You’ll hear how McVay:
Grew from three distinct companies into one trusted brand Maintains a strong culture across a mobile, distributed workforce Uses vertical management to lead specialized teams in plumbing, HVAC, sewer, and electrical Tackles complex jobs others turn down—including trenchless sewer line replacement Offers whole-home solutions, including generators and ductless systemsFrom behind-the-scenes call center logistics to a hilarious story about a vintage toilet, Chris gives us a look into how McVay blends old-school grit with forward-thinking systems to deliver top-notch service.
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