{"id":22407,"date":"2025-07-24T08:44:47","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T13:44:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/satrack.com\/us\/?p=22407"},"modified":"2025-07-24T08:53:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T13:53:08","slug":"how-a-plumbing-company-doubled-its-productivity-in-just-90-days","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/satrack.com\/us\/blog\/how-a-plumbing-company-doubled-its-productivity-in-just-90-days\/","title":{"rendered":"How a Plumbing Company Doubled Its Productivity in Just 90 Days"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Introduction: Is It Possible to Do More Jobs Without More Employees? Yes. Here’s How.<\/h2>

Every plumbing business owner dreams of doing more jobs in less time. But what if your team is already maxed out? You don\u2019t have the budget to hire more techs, but you still need to grow.<\/p>

What if the real problem isn\u2019t your staff\u2014it\u2019s your system?<\/p>

In this article, we\u2019ll show you how a plumbing company in Texas<\/b> doubled its productivity in just 90 days. No extra hires. No massive changes. Just smarter tools\u2014like a GPS monitoring system<\/b> and fleet security software\u2014that transformed the way they worked.<\/p>

This isn\u2019t theory. This is what actually happened when they stopped guessing and started tracking.<\/p>

Meet the Problem: A Plumbing Company Drowning in Delays and Wasted Time<\/b><\/h2>

Before they made any changes, this plumbing company had solid workers and steady customers. But they were constantly behind schedule. And worse\u2014profits were shrinking<\/b>.<\/p>

Long Travel Times and Missed Appointments<\/b><\/h3>

Every day, their techs were spending hours on the road. Sometimes they\u2019d drive across town twice for jobs that could\u2019ve been grouped closer together. When a plumber ran late, the whole schedule fell apart. Customers got frustrated. The team got overwhelmed.<\/p>

Tools Disappearing and No Proof of Work<\/b><\/h3>

Sometimes tools would go missing. Other times, clients claimed a job wasn\u2019t completed properly\u2014but there was no footage to prove otherwise. The business owner knew he was losing money<\/b>, but couldn\u2019t pinpoint where or how.<\/p>

The Turning Point: Installing a GPS Monitoring and Fleet Security System<\/b><\/h2>

That\u2019s when they decided to test a solution: fleet tracking with GPS, dashcams, and driver behavior monitoring<\/b>.<\/p>

What They Installed: GPS, Dashcams, and Driver Behavior Monitoring<\/b><\/h3>

They installed:<\/p>

  • A real-time GPS tracking system<\/b> in each vehicle

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  • Dashcams<\/b> with live-stream capability

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  • A mobile dashboard to see all activity instantly

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  • Driver scorecards<\/b> showing speed, braking, idling, and more

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    The First Two Weeks: Immediate Visibility and Accountability<\/b><\/h3>

    Within two weeks, they started noticing:<\/p>

    • Which drivers were taking long breaks<\/li>
    • Which routes were wasting fuel<\/li>
    • Which jobs took longer than necessary<\/li>
    • And where all the trucks were, all the time

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      The result? The team worked smarter\u2014because they knew they were being seen. And management could make decisions based on data<\/b>, not guesses.<\/p>

      The Big Changes in 90 Days<\/b><\/h2>

      After three months of using the system, here\u2019s what changed.<\/p>

      25% Faster Response Times with Smarter Dispatching<\/b><\/h3>

      Instead of assigning jobs manually, they used GPS data to dispatch the closest technician<\/b> to the next location. That alone saved over 1 hour per tech per day<\/b>.<\/p>

      40% Less Idle Time = Big Fuel Savings<\/b><\/h3>

      With idling alerts and driver behavior tracking, the team cut idle time by 40%. Fuel costs dropped fast\u2014about $300 per truck per month<\/b>.<\/p>

      Theft and Equipment Loss Reduced to Zero<\/b><\/h3>

      Dashcams and GPS alerts helped stop theft. One time, a tech left the truck unlocked. A stranger tried to open it, and the live feed was used to stop the incident in minutes. No tools lost. No damage.<\/p>

      Employee Productivity Jumped by 2x<\/b><\/h3>

      With better scheduling, fewer distractions, and accountability, techs completed twice as many jobs per week<\/b>. Not by working harder\u2014just by working smarter.<\/p>

      Why It Worked: Key Features That Drove the Results<\/b><\/h2>

      Real-Time Location Tracking<\/b><\/h3>

      Management could see every truck, live, on the map. That helped avoid wasted trips, reroute drivers instantly, and reduce downtime<\/b>.<\/p>

      Driver Scorecards and Behavior Reports<\/b><\/h3>

      Each technician got a score based on how safely and efficiently they drove. Gamification encouraged better habits. Risky behavior went down. Morale went up.<\/p>

      Live Camera Feeds and Job-Site Recording<\/b><\/h3>

      Dashcams gave a clear record<\/b> of what happened at each job. Great for proof of service, insurance claims, and stopping false complaints.<\/p>

      Can Other Home Services Businesses Do the Same? Yes. Here’s How.<\/b><\/h2>

      This success isn\u2019t limited to plumbing.<\/p>

      Plumbing Today, Roofing Tomorrow\u2014The Tech Works Across Trades<\/b><\/h3>

      Whether you\u2019re in HVAC, electrical, pool services, or landscaping<\/b>, the same tools will help you:<\/p>

      • Do more jobs per day<\/li>
      • Save on fuel and overtime<\/li>
      • Increase team performance<\/li>
      • Secure your vehicles and equipment<\/li><\/ul>

        Designed for Small and Mid-Size Companies<\/b><\/h3>

        This isn\u2019t a tool for big corporations. It\u2019s built for local service businesses<\/b> in places like Houston, Miami, and Los Angeles<\/b>. Whether you run 3<\/strong> trucks or 30<\/strong>, the impact is real.<\/p>

        FAQs About Plumbing Fleet Monitoring and Productivity<\/b><\/h2>
        1. Do I need to be tech-savvy to use this system?<\/b>
          <\/b> Not at all. The software is user-friendly, and most setups come with training and support.<\/li>
        2. Will my team push back on being tracked?<\/b>
          <\/b> Some might at first. But once they see it helps with routing, protects their work, and reduces false claims, most techs appreciate it.<\/li>
        3. How fast can I see results?<\/b>
          <\/b> Many companies see changes in 2\u20134 weeks<\/b>, with full impact in about 90 days<\/b>.<\/li>
        4. Can this integrate with my dispatch software?<\/b>
          <\/b> Yes. Most GPS systems work with common dispatch tools or offer their own all-in-one platform.<\/li>
        5. Is it expensive?<\/b>
          <\/b> Compared to what you save in fuel, time, and theft? Not even close. It\u2019s an investment that pays for itself fast<\/b>.<\/li><\/ol>

          Conclusion: If They Could Do It in 90 Days, So Can You<\/b><\/h2>

          If you run a plumbing company<\/b> or any home services business, this story could be your story.<\/p>

          With GPS tracking, cameras, and performance metrics<\/b>, you don\u2019t need more people to grow\u2014you need better tools.<\/p>

          They doubled their productivity in 90 days. Why not you?<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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