In this episode of Builder Buzz by Home Nation, host Quinton Comino sits down with Simon Wells, founder and CEO of Protect X Surface Protection, the company setting a new global standard for surface and asset protection in luxury construction, renovation, and refits. Drawing on his 25-year career as a yacht captain, Simon saw firsthand how costly damage, privacy concerns, and makeshift solutions frustrated owners and contractors alike. That insight became the foundation for Protect X Surface Protection, a patented, engineered system designed to safeguard high-value homes, mega yachts, and commercial spaces with precision and professionalism.

Simon shares the journey from his first breakthrough in 2016 to Protect X Surface Protection’s expansion into luxury residential and commercial markets. He reveals how his team goes beyond protecting surfaces—building private tunnels, safeguarding security, and delivering white-glove service trusted by general contractors, builders, and yacht owners.

From word-of-mouth growth in discreet luxury industries to scaling into large-scale projects like hospitals and airports, ProtectX is poised to disrupt construction protection worldwide. This conversation delves into how Simon bridged a long-overlooked gap, transforming it into a thriving business that saves time, money, and reputations—while redefining what protection should mean in the construction industry.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why cardboard, tape, and drop cloths fall short in luxury construction
• How ProtectX’s patented “floating system” prevents costly surface damage
• The role of privacy and security tunnels in protecting homeowners during projects
• How white-glove service and vetted teams build trust with contractors and clients
• Why word-of-mouth referrals drive growth in discreet luxury industries
• ProtectX’s vision for expanding into hospitals, airports, and government buildings
• The entrepreneurial journey from yacht captain to founder and innovator

🔗 Connect with Simon Wells & Protect X Surface Protection:

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/simon-wells-protectx-temporarysurfaceprotection
• Website: protectx.com
• YouTube: youtube.com/@protectxsurfaceprotection946
• Blog: protectx.com/blogs/home-remodeling-temporary-surface-protection

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