What if the future of the home services industry isn't just about repairing homes, but also transforming the way contractors and homeowners work together? In this episode of The Trades Podcast, hosts Jeff Mudd and Danny Torres sit down with Andreina Leal-Carrillo, CEO and Co-Founder of The Repair Tech, to discuss how technology, innovation, and customer-first thinking are redefining the restoration and property repair industry.

In this episode, Jeff and Danny welcome Andreina Leal-Carrillo, CEO and Co-Founder of The Repair Tech, for a conversation about innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of property repair technology.

Andreina discusses her vision for improving communication and efficiency throughout the repair process by connecting contractors, homeowners, property managers, and insurance professionals through technology-driven solutions. She also shares lessons learned from building a growing company, leading teams through change, and creating customer-focused systems that improve project outcomes.

Topics discussed include:

• Building a technology company that serves the trades
• Improving communication throughout the repair process
• Innovation in restoration and property repair
• Leadership and entrepreneurship in construction technology
• Creating better customer experiences through digital solutions
• Opportunities for women in construction and technology
• The future of repair management and project collaboration

Resources & Mentions

• The Repair Tech
  https://therepairtech.com
• Meet the Team
  https://therepairtech.com/about-us/the-team/
• The Trades Podcast
  https://www.thetradespodcast.com

What You Will Learn

• How technology is improving property repair workflows
• Why communication is critical to successful repair projects
• The challenges and rewards of launching a construction technology company
• How innovation benefits contractors and homeowners alike
• Leadership lessons from building a fast-growing business
• The future of digital transformation in the repair industry

Chapters

• 00:00 Empowerment and Continuous Learning in the Trades Industry
• 19:27 Women in Trades: The Industrious Women Summit
• 21:50 Diversity and Inclusion in Business
• 22:47 Family's Role in Business
• 23:40 Leadership and Business Operations
• 25:10 Leadership Style and Employee Growth
• 29:30 Business Scaling and Education
• 36:26 Resources for Special Needs Families
• 41:36 Community and Encouragement