#762 - Turning Up the Heat: Politics, Trades & Truth with Stefan Orestovich of HamontHVAC

In this unapologetically honest and high-energy episode of The Construction Life Podcast, we’re joined by Stefan Orestovich of HamontHVAC—a certified tradesman, deep thinker, and proudly self-proclaimed 💩 disturber.
We dive into a full-spectrum conversation covering:
🔹 Politics and construction—why real change starts with real conversations
🔹 Unions vs. non-unions—the truths, myths, and frustrations on both sides
🔹 The HVAC hustle—from how much a furnace really costs to the rise of heat pumps and hot water heat pump systems
🔹 Builder relationships, client expectations, and navigating the chaos of construction culture
🔹 The future of HVAC in Canada—what’s working, what’s broken, and where we go next
Stefan doesn’t hold back. He’s brutally honest, politically charged, and refreshingly insightful. Whether you’re in the trades, managing builds, or simply curious about where the industry is headed—this episode will light a fire under your perspective.
🎧 Tune in now—because staying silent gets you nowhere.
📧 Reach Stefan: [email protected] 
📍 Based in Hamilton, ON
📽️ YouTube: Watch Stefan here
IG @hamonthvac
@bakerplbg
Apple
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-construction-life/id1480122326?i=1000708002422
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/195nprnRFv2M8HWfPB4tda?si=b5cf840e51304cdd

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