Hire It Done

Severe weather can leave homeowners with roof damage, basement water, power outages, fallen tree limbs, and a lot of pressure from people knocking on the door.   In this episode of Hire It Done, I walk through what I want homeowners to do after a major storm before they sign anything, start a claim, or trust a contractor promising a "free roof."   I cover how to inspect your property safely, what...

Before you hire a contractor, ask the questions that protect your home, your money, and your sanity. In this episode of Hire It Done, Adam Helfman breaks down the contractor-vetting questions every homeowner should ask before signing anything. From licenses and insurance to references, permits, payment schedules, warranties, communication, change orders, and contract language, this episode is a pr...

It is Father's Day weekend on Hire It Done, and Adam Helfman is joined by two trusted home improvement pros: Brian Lee from Metro Home Improvements and Jerrad Beauchamp from Beauchamp Water Treatment Solutions. In this episode, Adam, Brian, and Jerrad talk about two major things homeowners should be thinking about right now: the water coming into the home and the smartest way to improve the home y...

If you are a homeowner in South Jersey, Greater Philadelphia, or the Philadelphia suburbs thinking about remodeling a bathroom, this episode will help you ask smarter questions before you hire anyone. I sat down with Jeff Kay, President of Blissful Baths and Home, to talk about bathroom remodels, wet-space upgrades, exact pricing, one-day installs, and how homeowners can avoid expensive surprises....

If you are planning a summer home improvement project, this episode is your reminder to slow down before you spend sideways. I'm breaking down the mistakes homeowners make when the weather gets nice, contractors get busy, and every project starts turning into, "We might as well."   In this Hire It Done radio episode, I cover storm-chaser warnings, the 20% budget cushion, roof rejuvenation, financi...

Nicole Curtis joins Adam Helfman on Hire It Done for a conversation about saving old homes, the Ransom Gillis mansion in Detroit, and what homeowners can learn from restoration-minded renovation.   In this episode, Nicole talks about why Ransom Gillis still means so much to people, what the house looked like before restoration, why she left the brick exposed, and why old-home details deserve more...

A great paint job is not just about choosing the most expensive paint.   In this episode of Hire It Done, Adam Helfman talks with John Cox of Roost Booster Painting and Remodeling and co-host Jerrad Beauchamp of Beauchamp Water Treatment Solutions about what homeowners need to know before hiring a painter, planning exterior repairs, or upgrading their drinking water.   John explains why prep work...

Spring is when homeowners start thinking about curb appeal, fresh mulch, flowers, trees, and getting the yard ready for summer.   But before you start planting, there are a few mistakes that can cost you time, money, and a whole lot of frustration.   In this episode of Hire It Done, I'm joined by Ashley Thomas from Sherwood Forest Garden Center in Rochester, Michigan. Ashley and her family have be...

AI is moving fast, and contractors can no longer afford to ignore it. In this episode, I sit down with George Byers, founder of CodeHosted.com and the developer behind the Hire It Done website, to talk about how artificial intelligence, websites, SEO, online ordering, and AI agents are changing the home services industry. George breaks down AI in plain English, explains why contractors should star...

Hiring the wrong contractor can turn a simple home improvement project into a stressful, expensive mess. In this Hire It Done episode, I break down the questions every homeowner should ask before hiring a contractor, how to vet referrals the right way, what to ask about payment schedules, and how to handle a dispute without making the problem worse. If you are planning a home renovation, remodel,...

Clean water starts with knowing what is actually coming through your tap. In this episode of Hire It Done, I sit down with Jerrad Beauchamp, President & CEO of Beauchamp Water Treatment Solutions, to talk about water testing, water softeners, whole-house filtration, reverse osmosis, PFAS, lead, city water, well water, fridge filters, hard water, and the everyday signs homeowners should not ignore....

Your home has been closed up all winter. Now it is time to wake up the inside of your house before the busy spring and summer season hits.   In this episode, I walk through a practical interior spring home maintenance checklist for homeowners. We cover the simple things that are easy to forget, including furnace filters, ductwork, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, plumbing checks, sump p...

Interior styling is the final layer that makes a house feel like home. In this episode, I sit down with Julie Coopersmith and Emily Taylor, founders of The Edit, to talk about how homeowners can refresh, organize, style, and rethink their spaces without always starting from scratch.   We talk about the difference between interior styling, staging, organizing, and design, and why The Edit starts by...

Spring is the time to get your HVAC system ready before the first real heat wave hits. In this episode of Hire It Done, I sit down with Ron Garmo and Gary Shelley from Running Right Heating and Cooling, along with co-host Brian Lee of Metro Home Improvements, to talk about AC tune-ups, mini splits, equipment replacement, indoor air quality, and what homeowners should know before summer puts their...

Spring is here, and that means it is time to stop ignoring the outside of your house. In this Hire It Done episode, Adam Helfman walks through a practical exterior spring home improvement checklist to help homeowners catch small problems before they turn into expensive repairs.   He covers the roof, gutters, downspouts, siding, caulking, foundation cracks, drainage, concrete, decks, mulch, fencing...

If you are planning a kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, room addition, or major repair, one of the smartest questions to ask before anything gets demoed is this: how are you actually going to pay for it?   In this episode, I sit down with Brian Baumann and Chris Osterlund of Rocket Mortgage to break down how homeowners should think about paying for a home improvement project in 2026. We get in...

If you're thinking about painting the outside of your home this spring, this episode can save you from hiring the wrong painter. I'm breaking down what homeowners should ask before any exterior painting project starts, especially if you want real prep, lasting results, and trusted contractors who do the job right. This is the kind of home improvement advice that helps you protect your property, av...

The Smartest Way to Find Contractors at a Home Show is not to wander in and hope for the best.   In this episode, I sit down with Elizabeth Wyss of the Novi Home Show to talk about how homeowners can use a home show strategically to compare contractors, ask better questions, and leave with real next steps instead of information overload. This conversation is especially timely because the Novi Home...

Spring is the best time to start the home improvement projects that can make your summer more comfortable, more functional, and a whole lot more enjoyable. In this episode, I walk through some of the best spring home upgrades to start now, so you are not scrambling later when the warm weather hits. If you are a homeowner looking for trusted contractors, smart remodeling tips, and practical home se...

Spring is when small home issues start showing themselves, and this episode is all about helping you catch them before they turn into expensive repairs. I'm walking you through a practical spring home checklist for homeowners who want to protect their property, stay ahead of damage, and hire trusted contractors with confidence. Whether you're dealing with roofing, drainage, foundation concerns, or...

If you're thinking about a kitchen remodel, second-story addition, or major home renovation, don't make the mistake most homeowners make and wait until the last minute to figure out how to pay for it.   In this episode, I sit down with Brian Baumann and Chris Osterlund of Rocket Mortgage to break down the real roadmap for remodeling financing for homeowners. We talk through how Metro Detroit homeo...

Hiring a painter should not feel like a gamble. In this episode, I sit down with John Cox of Roost Booster Painting and Remodeling to talk about how homeowners can hire trusted contractors without regret. We break down what really separates a true professional from someone who just bought a brush and a bucket, and why the right painter can save you time, stress, and expensive mistakes on your next...

A big furnace repair quote can put homeowners in a tough spot fast. Do you fix the old system, or is it finally time to replace it?   In this episode, I sit down with Ron Garmo and Andrew Perlin of Running Right HVAC to break down the hidden rule that can save homeowners thousands. We talk about what Metro Detroit and Southeast Michigan homeowners need to know before pouring money into an aging fu...

Hiring a contractor should never feel like a gamble.    In this episode, I break down the exact questions every homeowner should ask before signing a contract, handing over a deposit, or letting any work start on their home. If you're a Metro Detroit homeowner or anywhere in Southeast Michigan looking for trusted contractors for remodeling, roofing, windows, bathrooms, concrete, or other home impr...

If you're thinking about a major remodel, this is the kind of conversation you want to hear before the first wall comes down.    In this episode, I sit down with Brian Lee of Metro Home Improvements to talk about what homeowners should really expect before starting a kitchen remodel, room addition, or full home renovation. We get into what's driving today's home improvement trends, what projects M...