# #154 The Costs Of Running A Successful Plumbing Biz

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Podcast: [The Jered Williams Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-jered-williams-show-5927862)
Published: 2025-12-19T13:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://jered-williams.captivate.fm
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On this episode of the Jered William's Show, the hosts dive deep into the costs of running a successful plumbing business. They highlight the importance of understanding and tracking all expenses, from marketing and overhead to vehicle maintenance and employee training. The discussion explores effective pricing strategies, such as leveraging loss leaders and margin-based pricing, to improve profitability. The hosts also emphasize the significance of billable efficiency, noting that technicians typically only bill around 55% of their time, and provide insights on adjusting pricing as the business grows. The overall message underscores the necessity of financial management, strategic pricing, and operational efficiency in building a thriving plumbing enterprise.

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