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The Mid-Coast Energy Systems Podcast

Mid-Coast Energy Systems

Stories, systems, and solutions from the folks who"ve seen it all. For nearly 50 years, Mid-Coast Energy Systems has been helping Mainers stay comfortable in their homes through hard winters, big renovations, and everyday repairs. This podcast goes behind the walls and under the floors to share the real stories from the job: what challenged us, what we learned, and what kept the work moving. Each episode features voices from the field—techs, longtime team members, and trusted partners. You"ll hear

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09:04

From Apprentice to Pro: Joseph's Career Journey in...

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2025/10/27

Eric and Bill sit down with HVAC technician Joseph, who started with the company at just 16 years old. What started as a high school elective turned into an eight-year journey through the company's apprenticeship program. Eight years later, he's installing complex heating and cooling systems all over Maine, from troubleshooting pool heaters in Boothbay to managing full-scale installs on Islesboro. Joseph's story is a clear example of what happens when hard work meets opportunity. No shortcuts. No

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08:08

How a HVAC Pro Would Build Their Perfect System

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2025/10/13

What would you do if you had all this money to burn? In this episode, Eric, Bill, and HVAC technician Joseph talk about how they would outfit their house’s heating if they had all the money they could ever want. With their inside-and-out knowledge of the business, our hosts are more than qualified to share their heating dreams. Hear the professionals at Mid-Coast Energy Systems talk about their dream designs and the limitations that they’d have to consider, even with all this money to burn

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05:43

Tales from the Truck: Sheep, Satellites, and HVAC...

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2025/09/29

HVAC work isn’t always about furnaces and heat pumps. Sometimes, it’s about dodging a runaway sheep, coaxing a curious cat, or meeting a little dog with a big attitude. In this episode, Eric, Bill, and technician Joseph swap stories from the road — the animal encounters that come with the job, and the bigger challenge that’s always there: communication. From scratchy phone calls to satellite connections, Midcoast Energy Systems has had to keep evolving how crews stay in touch and keep the work

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Keeping Maine Homes Warm in Winter (Answering the...

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2025/09/15

What does it take to keep homes warm across Maine during the long winter? In this episode, Eric, Bill, and HVAC technician Joseph share how they handle emergency heating repair calls, cover hundreds of miles, and improve systems to keep families safe. You’ll hear how the team manages the winter rush, the systems they’ve improved over the years, and why ignoring a “cold home” report can be dangerous. They also discuss the realities of installing and maintaining heating systems, the challenges of

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10:17

Modern HVAC in the Field: How Tools, Installs & Heat...

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2025/09/01

What’s changed in the field? And what still works? A lot. In this episode, Eric, Bill, and HVAC technician Joseph talk about how the work has evolved—and what today’s techs need to keep up and stay ahead. From brazing to ZoomLock, analog gauges to digital, and the rise of heat pumps, the tools, systems, and know-how on site look a lot different than they did even a decade ago. Hear what’s making installs faster and safer, what’s coming with the 2026 refrigerant shift, and why the best techs still

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10:32

Passing the Torch: Training, Mentorship, and the...

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2025/08/18

What does it take to lead the next generation in the trades? In this episode, Eric, Bill, and HVAC technician Joseph talk about leadership on the job, mentorship in the field, and what it really means to train the next wave of skilled workers. With an average employee age under 30, Mid-Coast is seeing a big shift—new energy, fresh talent, and the responsibility to pass down hard-earned experience. From day-one learning curves to the realities of cell phones on the job, this episode dives into how

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06:49

Building the Next Generation of Trades

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2025/08/04

What’s the average age of a Mid-Coast Energy Systems employee? You might be surprised. In this episode, Eric, Bill, and HVAC technician Joseph talk about the generational shift happening across the trades and what it takes to train, mentor, and retain the next generation of skilled workers.

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Day One on the Job | Building a Lifelong Career in...

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2025/07/28

Bill Morgner's first day at Midcoast Energy was in 1983—three weeks before his wedding—and it started with a hammer, a chisel, and three layers of brick. Hear how Mid-Coast Energy Systems grew from three employees with gear crammed into station wagons to a multi-discipline team with vans, licenses, and year-round projects. From hard lessons in the field to building a life around real work, they get into the roots of Mid-Coast Energy Systems, the early days of plumbing and heating in Maine, and what

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08:17

Lessons We’ve Learned Replacing Our Own Systems

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2025/07/21

After nearly five decades in the business, you start to see your own work come full circle. In this episode, Eric & Bill Morgner reflect on what it’s like returning to job sites where they installed systems 20, 30, even 40 years ago, and now they’re the ones replacing them. From early radiant slab experiments in the 1990s to chasing down oversized boiler systems sold by suppliers, they unpack how Mid-Coast Energy Systems learned to take control of system design, heat loss calculations, and materials

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08:51

The Man Who Started It All | What Would Bob Hardina Say?

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2025/07/14

Bob Hardina wasn’t just the founder —he was a mentor, a visionary, and a force of personality. In this episode, Bill shares what it was like working with Bob: his strengths, his blind spots, and the principles that still guide the company today. From his early days as a professor to building a business that’s lasted over 50 years, Bob’s legacy is felt in every decision, every team member, and every job.

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05:56

Fixing Failed Heating Systems (and How We Solve Them)

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2025/07/07

This one’s got it all—tech gone wrong, a carpeted disaster, and a surprise plot twist 15 years later. Bill Morgner breaks down what went wrong, how the team responded, and why owning the outcome—even when it wasn’t entirely their fault—was the right call. From homeowner tension to lessons in system design, this one covers the kind of real-world troubleshooting every tradesperson can relate to.

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03:40

What They Don’t Show on Reality Home Makeover Shows

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2025/06/30

When Mid-Coast Energy Systems landed a spot on a national home makeover show, the crew stepped into the spotlight—only to find that reality TV isn’t exactly real. Bill and Eric unpack the logistics, compromises, and lasting takeaways from a fast-paced job with high visibility and low margin for error. Along the way, they discuss what customers really value (hint: it’s not what makes good TV), and why quality can’t be rushed.

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03:25

How Tradespeople Become Leaders: From the Field to...

The Mid-Coast Energy Systems Podcast ·

2025/06/23

How Tradespeople Become Leaders: From the Field to the Front Office In this episode, Bill Morgner reflects on what it took to go from working in the field to Owning Mid-Coast Energy Systems. He and Eric Morgner talk through the tough moments—economic downturns, leadership transitions, and decisions that don’t always come easy. You’ll hear how a career in the trades can evolve, what it means to build something that lasts, and how being pushed out of the van and into the office helped shape the

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