In this episode of Going With the Flow, Lucas sits down with Chris Nowak, an HVAC technician from Buffalo who recently merged his family business, Nowak HVAC, with Cellino. Growing up across the street from the Cellino family, with both fathers working in the trades, Chris was immersed in hands-on learning from an early age. He shares stories of summers spent working with his dad, the leap into running his own company in Western New York, and the challenges of wearing every hat, from technician to office manager. Chris and Lucas talk about the differences between small business life and joining a structured Buffalo HVAC team, why finished basements test every tech’s patience, and how the transition to Cellino has improved both his work-life balance and his pickleball game.

What You Will Learn in This Episode

  • How Buffalo HVAC technicians balance small business challenges with structured team support
  • Why hands-on learning and early trade experience shape successful careers in Western New York
  • Common challenges HVAC pros face in Buffalo homes, from finished basements to older systems
  • The benefits of merging family-run businesses into larger, community-rooted companies
  • Insights on maintaining work-life balance while serving Buffalo homeowners
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cellino provides heating, cooling, air quality, and HVAC maintenance services tailored to Western New York homes.

Routine maintenance, energy-efficient equipment like heat pumps, and proper zoning can help reduce costs while improving comfort.

Small businesses may offer personalized service, while larger companies like Cellino provide structure, advanced training, and faster response times.

Basements often have limited space and unique layouts, which can complicate ductwork, airflow, and equipment installation.

You can book online through Cellino’s website or call directly to arrange heating, cooling, or maintenance appointments in Western New York.

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