In this episode of Going With the Flow, Lucas sits down with Lindy Erb, President of Erb Company, to discuss the role that wholesale distributors play in keeping plumbing and HVAC contractors across Western New York stocked, trained, and ready to serve customers. Lindy walks through the history of Erb Company, how the day-to-day operations of a wholesale supplier actually work, and why strong relationships with manufacturers and contractors are what make the whole system run. The conversation explores why professional-grade plumbing products consistently outperform those you find at big-box retailers, even when they look similar on the shelf. Lucas and Lindy also take listeners inside the Buffalo Plumbing Showroom, where homeowners can browse the latest faucets, shower systems, bidets, bathroom fixtures, and custom shower walls before committing to a renovation. They discuss what it means to work with an experienced showroom consultant, why seeing products in person matters, and how picking the right fixtures up front saves headaches down the road. The episode wraps with a “What the Flush?!” story about the sudden shutdown of a major boiler manufacturer and how Erb Company moved fast to keep contractors supported without skipping a beat.
Lucas sits down with Greg Strauss, founder of 716 Realty Group, to talk about his path from Wall Street to building one of WNY’s fastest-growing real estate companies. They cover Airbnb management, vendor partnerships, the Cellino and 716 Realty relationship, and Greg’s outlook on the Buffalo housing market.
Lucas sits down with Cellino electrician Quinn Rola to talk about his path into the trade, from working alongside his father to joining Cellino’s growing electrical department. They cover panel upgrades, EV chargers, smart panels, the future of electrification, and a few unforgettable field stories involving dangerous DIY work and water-damaged panels.
Lucas sits down with Eileen and Nikki from Against All Oddz Animal Alliance, the 2026 Cellino Truck Wrap Contest winners, to share the story behind their Western New York animal rescue and sanctuary. They discuss the organization’s mission, legal advocacy program, future expansion plans, and the overwhelming community support they received throughout the contest.
Great plumbing starts with quality products and the expertise to install them correctly. Cellino works with trusted industry partners like Erb Company to ensure Buffalo homeowners get fixtures and systems built to last. Whether you need a new water heater, a bathroom renovation, or a full plumbing inspection, our licensed team is ready to help.
