Remodelers On The Rise

Effective websites sell your projects before a prospect ever picks up the phone! This week, Kyle sat down with Logan Shinholser of Contractor Growth Network to dig into why featured project pages have become the centerpiece of every website CGN builds. They cover what needs to go on these pages to actually build trust, how to use them in your sales conversations before you ever sit down with a cli...

Most remodelers know they need to move faster through Design and Project Development. Fewer know exactly where the time is going or how to get it back. Kyle walks through specific ideas for reducing cycle time, from building out a Design & Project Development schedule to setting clear client expectations up front, so your projects keep moving and your pipeline stays healthy! JobTread helps rem...

AI agents are not as complicated as they sound, and Peter Ranney and Elliott Wittstruck of DataX are proof. They walk through exactly how remodelers are using AI agents inside JobTread right now to automatically clean up field notes, process receipts, cost jobs, and land a daily project health report in their inbox every evening. They also share a seven-level framework for AI adoption that takes a...

Making more money in remodeling comes down to understanding the right numbers and knowing which dials to tweak to improve those numbers. In this quick overview, Kyle breaks down the financial side of running a remodeling business. He also shares practical ways remodelers can tighten up their estimating, improve profitability, and reduce the financial stress that comes from not knowing the numbers...

What if your website could answer pricing questions and book discovery calls before a salesperson ever picked up the phone? Paul DeRoche of Moss Building and Design built "Ask Natalie," an AI tool trained on 7,000+ real projects that walks prospects through actual costs and timelines based on work done in their neighborhood. He breaks down what it actually cost to build and what surprised him most...

Running a remodeling business means constant demands on your time, and your day will fill up whether you plan it or not. Kyle walks through eight practical ways to prioritize your day and make sure you are spending your hours on the work that actually moves the needle instead of just reacting to whatever comes at you first! JobTread helps remodelers bring estimating, scheduling, job costing, and i...

High end remodeling and high end landscaping have more in common than most people realize. Kyle sits down with Jeffrey Scott of Jeffrey Scott Consulting to unpack the similarities between successful design-build remodelers and top landscape companies. They talk about emotionally invested clients, protecting margins, managing high expectations, building trust, handling handoffs between sales and pr...

Clear roles create better projects. It's a simple idea, but for most remodelers, it's hard to execute. Kyle sits down with Mark Gill of On The Mark Advisory to talk about why so many remodeling companies stay stuck in owner-centric chaos and what it takes to build a team that doesn’t rely on the owner to solve every problem. They dig into accountability, cleaner handoffs between sales and producti...

There is no shortcut around the grind but there is a better way to handle it. Kyle and Chris Shurian from Bootstraps and Battle Scars Podcast share hard-earned lessons on mindset, leadership, and customer experience that can help you build a stronger business and a better life at the same time. Today's episode is sponsored by Builder Funnel! Click here to learn more about how Builder Funnel helps...

Your numbers don’t have to feel overwhelming or confusing. JobTread founder Eric Fortenberry breaks down a practical 3 step financial framework remodelers can actually use to build a healthier, more profitable business. From forecasting revenue and tracking KPIs to understanding hiring, marketing spend, and cash flow, this conversation is packed with actionable ways to move from reacting to your b...

If you had to sell your business today, what would it actually be worth? In this weeks podcast Kyle and Jared Ribley from Capstone M&A break down how valuation really works, why owner reliance hurts more than you think, and how to start increasing the value of your business right now. If you’re serious about improving your remodeling business, you should check out the Rise Conference from Remo...

Growth doesn’t happen by accident. AJ Ballantine from Cornerstone Remodeling breaks down what it actually takes to move from $2M to $10M+ with minimal chaos. From building systems that replace what’s in your head, to hiring ahead of your comfort zone, to uncovering the “ghost roles” quietly holding your team back, this conversation gets into the real decisions that unlock the next level. If you’re...

Stop chasing shortcuts and start building momentum! On this rebroadcast from the Hammer & Grind Podcast, Kyle breaks down why steady, consistent improvement beats big swings, how to refocus your energy on what actually grows your business, and why the right community can accelerate everything. The Rise Conference is happening August 11–12 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Join remodelers from across the...

Most remodelers don’t have a revenue problem, they have a clarity problem. Kyle and Chris Anderson unpack how to get a handle on your numbers, set meaningful profit goals, and make smarter decisions day to day. Plus, what separates a good bookkeeper from one that actually helps you grow. If you’re curious to learn more about Monthend and how they help builders and remodelers, head over to their we...

Most remodelers know they need better systems! Fewer get to see what those systems actually look like in a company that's figured it out. Matt Jenkins did. As a Fred Case Award finalist, he spent a full day inside Case's operation and came back with practical observations on their sales process, design approach, project manager compensation, and culture. The kind of stuff you can actually use to g...

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle Hunt talks with Shawn Billings of Credible Construction about how simple KPIs can create clearer accountability and better communication within a remodeling business. They walk through practical examples of what to track, how to build basic scorecards for your team, and why starting with just a few measurable actions can lead to stronger systems, les...

In this rebroadcast of The Generous Business Owner podcast, Kyle shares his story of entrepreneurship, faith, and building a business with purpose. From early side hustles to coaching remodelers across the country, Kyle shares the lessons he's learned about risk, service, generosity, and leading with core values. Jeff and Kyle also dig into what it looks like to care well for your team, guard your...

In this episode, Kyle Hunt talks with Scott Collins of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Lake Norman about his journey from a 25 year corporate career into launching a design build remodeling business with his wife. They discuss the realities of making the leap into entrepreneurship, the lessons Scott brought from corporate leadership, and how focusing on team empowerment, clear standards, and stro...

In this episode, Kyle Hunt shares a variety of practical ideas pulled from recent conversations inside the Remodelers Community. He talks about the importance of focusing on fewer priorities, tackling the tasks you're most likely to avoid, and creating systems that keep projects and decisions moving forward. Kyle also touches on marketing reminders like staying in touch with past clients, experime...

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle talks with contractor and business coach, Larry Janeski, about what it takes to grow a remodeling company. They cover the shift from doing all the work yourself to becoming a true team builder, plus hiring systems, performance-based pay, and the mindset and structure needed to move out of survival mode and into a business that runs through people and...

In this episode, Kyle Hunt talks with Joey and Ginny from Renovations & Dependable Building in Virginia about simple, practical marketing moves that help a newer remodeling business stand out and build trust. They cover branding decisions, SEO and website content, getting more Google reviews, and networking strategies to create a deeper lead pipeline without overcomplicating it. ----- Today's...

In this episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle sits down with Blair Roedel of BEC Innovations to talk about growing a remodeling business.   Blair shares how she went from launching a handyman company during COVID to eventually building it into a full remodeling business. They unpack what it's been like to separate the handyman side from the remodeling side, why that shift matters, and what she's...

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle sits down with Isaiah Milton of Primetime Remodels to talk about what happens after you have the basics of your business figured out. What does business look like when the projects are running smoothly and the business is successful, but the excitement feels different? Isaiah and Kyle explore shifting motivations, quieter confidence, and how to redis...

In this episode, Kyle sits down with Talyah Hayward of Tidely to talk about using AI and automation in a remodeling business without overcomplicating things. The conversation focuses on simplifying systems, reducing noise, and being intentional about what's worth automating so technology actually saves time instead of creating more work. Tide-ly helps contractors and trades get organized and build...

As a remodeling business grows, the demands on the owner often grow with it. In this episode, Kyle leads an honest coaching conversation about what it takes to scale without working longer hours or carrying everything yourself. They dig into the challenges of micromanagement, hiring, delegation, and setting boundaries while maintaining quality and profitability. Kyle shares practical coaching insi...