David Bryan, Brenda Bryan, Merrill McNally
Renovation Made Right
Every homeowner has some fears about the remodeling industry. Just about every homeowner considering a remodeling project is nervous. They hear horror stories from their neighbors and friends about damage to homes, contractors taking deposits and never showing up, and even being sued by injured employees! That, in conjunction with the multitude of bad reviews on websites like Yelp and Google, makes the words “scary story” and “remodeling” practically synonymous. It does not have to be like this. Education is the key to a great remodeling experience! Join Dave and Brenda Bryan, veterans of the...
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David Bryan, Brenda Bryan, Merrill McNally
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Nov 12, 2023
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Episodes
Episode 13: Living Through the Remodeling Experience 23.02.2020 23:06
Living through a remodeling project can be difficult. Remodels are messy, loud and disruptive! Don't despair, the roller coaster ride that is a remodel is all worth it when you see your beautiful finished project. Join Dave and Brenda as they provide tips and tricks to make the whole process a little bit easier for you and your family. Hosted by David and Brenda Bryan. Produced and Edited by Merri...
Episode 12: Your Project and Pricing 16.02.2020 32:44
Join Dave and Brenda as they discuss the very important topic of pricing out your project. They dive into how pricing is determined by a contractor or design/build firm, how to be better prepared for when you meet with your contractor, how pricing is structured, provide tips on identifying what is fair, and more! Hosted by David and Brenda Bryan. Produced and Edited by Merrill Porterfield Find us...
Episode 11: Insuring Your Project with Jamie Santo from Santo Insurance & Financial Services 09.02.2020 37:57
Join Dave and Brenda as they sit down with Jamie Santo, owner of Santo Insurance & Financial Services, where they dive into the important topic of insurance for your remodeling project. They discuss the importance of making sure your contractor has appropriate insurance coverage (a minimum of 1 million general liability!), how to determine what coverage is suitable for you, what types of insurance...
Episode 10: Fabulous and Frugal, Continued! 02.02.2020 40:21
Join Dave and Brenda in this continuation of episode 9: Designing Frugally, Starting Big, and Ending Small, as they round out their Fabulous and Frugal series. They cover kitchen cabinet design tips and tricks, cost-effective countertop solutions, how to use color effectively, and more! This episode’s information comes from the seminar “Designing Frugally, Starting Big, and Ending Small” and is th...
Episode 9: Designing Frugally, Starting Big, and Ending Small 26.01.2020 28:41
Join Dave and Brenda as they chat about design-- specifically, how to design frugally so that you can come away with a project that you're excited about, that meets your needs, but you didn't have to overspend to get it. This episode’s information comes from the seminar “Designing Frugally, Starting Big, and Ending Small” and is the first half of this series. The second half will be presented in...
Episode 8: Budgeting for Your Project 19.01.2020 28:49
Join Dave and Brenda as they discuss the ins and outs of budgeting for your project. They provide tips on how to obtain pricing, and how to approach negotiating with your contractor once you have a budget in mind. This episodes ties in with Episode 7: Funding Your Renovation Project with Lori Kerrigan, and listeners may find it helpful to listen to episode 7 prior to episode 8. Hosted by David an...
Episode 7: Funding Your Renovation Project with Lori Kerrigan 12.01.2020 36:34
Join Dave and Brenda as they sit down with guest Lori Kerrigan, a Mortgage Officer from Enterprise Bank, where they discuss the different ways consumers can pursue financing and funding their remodeling projects. Hosted by David and Brenda Bryan. Produced and Edited by Merrill Porterfield Find us @renovationmaderight on social media www.renovationmaderight.com www.blackdogbuilders.com Hosted on...
Episode 6: How to Identify the Best Service Provider for Your Project 05.01.2020 43:52
Join Dave and Brenda as they provide tips on identifying the service providers that best fit you and your project's needs. They discuss how to determine which type of professional is needed, where to find them, and the best vetting tools available for you to reference. Hosted by David and Brenda Bryan. Produced and Edited by Merrill Porterfield Find us @renovationmaderight on social media www.reno...
Episode 5: How To Move Forward Once You've Identified Your Project 29.12.2019 34:01
Join Dave and Brenda as they discuss how to move forward with your project once you've made a decision on the type of project that best fits your needs, and why the need for design is an important consideration when planning your project. Hosted by David and Brenda Bryan. Produced and Edited by Merrill Porterfield Find us @renovationmaderight on social media www.renovationmaderight.com www.blackdo...
Episode 4: Client Interview with Jennifer Bukowski, Owner of Le Petit Farm and Retreat 22.12.2019 37:49
Dave and Brenda sit down with a prior client, Jennifer Bukowski, owner of Le Petite Farm and Retreat, as they discuss her remodeling journey and her experience with an HGTV pilot. Find Jennifer at www.jenniferbukowski.com, @jenniferbukowski on Instagram, @lespetitfarm on Facebook Hosted by David and Brenda Bryan. Produced and Edited by Merrill Porterfield Find us @renovationmaderight on social med...
Episode 3: How to Select the Right Project 15.12.2019 25:21
Dave and Brenda discuss how to determine the best project to fit your needs. They discuss realistic expectations, how to determine your wants vs. needs for your home, budget considerations, and more! Follow us on social media @RenovationMadeRight Show website: renovationmaderight.com Company website: blackdogbuilders.com Hosted by David and Brenda Bryan Produced and Edited by Merrill Porterfield H...
Episode 2: The Remodeling Industry 08.12.2019 25:58
Dave and Brenda discuss the remodeling industry and how to approach it as a homeowner. They provide tips and tricks for what to look for when considering a company, how to intelligently navigate fact vs. fiction when it comes to remodeling info on the internet, and how to be a self-advocate as a homeowner to ensure a positive outcome. Follow us on social media @RenovationMadeRight Hosted by David...
Episode 1: Introduction to Renovation Made Right 01.12.2019 34:45
Join Dave and Brenda Bryan, hosts of Renovation Made Right and owners of the remodeling company Blackdog Builders, as they chat about their background in the industry and why they decided to make a remodeling podcast for consumers. Follow us on social me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Introducing Renovation Made Right: Launching December 1st, 2019 29.11.2019 0:51
Launching 12/1 wherever you listen to podcasts! Every homeowner has some fears about the remodeling industry. Just about every homeowner considering a remodeling project is nervous. They hear horror stories from their neighbors and friends about damage t Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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