A Plus Advice With Zach Karre

In this episode of Connections That Matter, Andrew sits down with Berthoud local legend Zach Karre, owner of A+ Heating and AC. Zach didn’t start his company from scratch—he bought a one-man HVAC shop with a van, a phone number, and about 200 customers… and has since turned it into a highly trusted, referral-driven home services brand in Northern Colorado.From partnering with plumbers and realtors to mentoring high school students and giving back to veterans, Zach shows how doing excellent work and being a great human can fuel serious business growth in a small town.Why You Should ListenYou’ll hear how Zach used referrals and relationships to quickly grow A+ Heating & AC in a tight-knit community.You’ll learn practical ways to build trust with customers and other trades so they’re excited to send you business.You’ll see how giving back—through veteran furnace tune-ups and Roosevelt High School’s work-based learning program—can also support your brand and your pipeline.If you’re a younger business owner or thinking about acquiring a small business, Zach’s story will give you both encouragement and a roadmap.In This Conversation✅ Zach’s journey from 16-year-old HVAC tech in Nebraska to buying A+ Heating & AC in Berthoud✅ Why he wanted to buy a small one-man shop instead of a bigger operation ✅ How he built a trusted referral network with plumbers, electricians, roofers, and realtors ✅ His approach to protecting his reputation and avoiding 1-star reviews ✅ Giving back: free furnace tune-ups for veterans and partnering with Roosevelt High School ✅ How networking groups helped him learn to network the right way ✅ The power of clear communication—with customers, partners, and team ✅ Zach’s advice for young entrepreneurs: don’t be the smartest person in the roomConnect with Zach & A+ Heating and ACA+ Heating and AC (Berthoud, CO) 🌐 Website: aplusheating-air.com 📞 Phone: 970-302-2532