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16 The South Shore is famous for strong community bonds. This concept extends to every facet of life in the area—especially business. For South Shore natives Joshua Richards and David Puglisi, commitment to providing expert service to area residents is second nature. The pair understands the difference trust and reliability make when it comes to who you partner with to keep your home running. Their business, Harborside Heating & Cooling, is built on a strong foundation of values and understanding. Before setting sail on their own journey as business owners, both Josh and Dave spent years working in various areas of the industry. After becoming interested in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) during his time in high school at Blue Hills Regional Technical School, Dave earned a bachelor's degree in construction management at Wentworth Institute of Technology. Having also minored in business management, Dave went on to work at multiple successful contracting companies, gaining invaluable experience. A graduate of Milton High School, Pembroke native Josh initially began his career in the golf industry before his passion for construction set him on a different course, resulting in years of work with HVAC control systems and later home remodeling, as well as inside sales. He gained a wealth of experience in project management, focusing on the HVAC industry. Their courses collided in a way that can only be described as "so South Shore" when their mutual love for boating got them talking shop on the water. It was time spent together every Wednesday evening at Town River Yacht Club in Quincy that led to the formulation of a business plan, and Harborside Heating & Cooling was born. Josh and Dave share a familial bond—Josh is married to Dave's cousin, Lindsay, with whom he raises two children with another on the way. The Harborside team is made up of other members of their combined family, including Josh's brother, Martin, as well as Martin's son and other members of their extended family. This closeness has helped further the Harborside mission of providing high-end HVAC solutions to homeowners across HARBORSIDE HEATING & COOLING Rooted in Community, Driven by Trust, Reliability and Expertise. Written by Robin Carney S E 2014