Infrared Asphalt Repair and Business Growth with Chris Miller

S2 E42 • Sep 10, 2025 • 48 mins

In this episode, Lisa McGrath chats with Chris Miller about infrared asphalt repair and its growth potential in Calgary. Chris outlines the repair process, highlighting planning, education, and new equipment. They discuss condo asphalt repair challenges, tariffs, costs, and client retention. The conversation covers safety culture, regulations, and financial impacts of violations, stressing the importance of managerial safety attitudes. Chris shares strategies for employee retention and hiring, exploring challenges and opportunities in Canadian business expansion. The episode wraps up with insights on property managers' roles in business growth.

Key Points

Infrared asphalt repair offers a cost-effective and durable solution compared to traditional methods, reducing the need for frequent repairs and minimizing disruptions.
Condo boards often lack the necessary knowledge about asphalt maintenance and repair, leading to poor decisions and wasted funds on ineffective quick fixes.
Ensuring employee safety and satisfaction is crucial for maintaining high-quality service and long-term business success in the construction industry.

Speakers

Lisa McGrath

Host • 52%

Chris Miller

Guest • 48%

Chapters

0:20	Introduction to guest Chris Miller and overview of infrared asphalt repair
1:45	Expansion plans and challenges in Calgary
3:12	In-depth look at the infrared repair process
6:02	Personal and common issues with condo asphalt repairs
10:52	Planning, education, and new equipment in infrared repair
18:28	Tariffs, costs, and the importance of client retention
22:04	Safety culture, regulations, and traffic hazards in trades
27:29	Managerial safety attitudes and financial implications of violations
34:12	Employee retention strategies and hiring practices
38:41	Expansion and the role of property managers in business growth
45:01	Challenges and opportunities in Canadian business expansion
47:04	Conclusion with Chris Miller and final thoughts

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