Tne Next Contractor

John R. Hall

I am looking for some contractors who would like to help out in my research for a book I am planning to write soon (no date set). The basic premise of the book is to discuss what the "next" HVACR contractor will look like -- the size of the company, markets served, products offered, business plan, training, marketing/advertising, etc. I want to explore trends that are happening now and also find out from contractors how they got into the business and the obstacles/successes they had along the way.

I can't pay for your input, other than to mention you in the book and offer a free copy. The ultimate goal is to provide a helpful tool for contractors who are looking to expand their market base or people who are exploring the possibility of starting up their own HVACR contracting business. This book will also be "generic" enough to offer suggestions to people starting up other types of service businesses.

I will only be interviewing contractors because the premise is "written by contractors for contractors."

I plan to conduct phone interviews or I can send out the form I am using via fax or e-mail if people would prefer to give feedback at their leisure. In any case, please contact me using my e-mail and let me know if you can help out.

Thanks so much,

John R. Hall

Business Management Editor

The Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News

johnhall@achrnews.com