What does it take to build a remodeling company that stands out for trust, transparency, and quality—while adapting to market shifts from storm recovery to retail? In this episode of The Contractor Grow Show, host Mark sits down with Oleg Siruk and Ilya Kazlouski, founders of Midwest Construction & Remodeling in Plymouth, Minnesota. Oleg and Ilya share their journey from early days in construction with their fathers, to launching their own business, and now focusing on roofing, siding, and windows for homeowners across the Twin Cities.

In this episode:

•Oleg and Ilya’s path from learning construction with their fathers to founding and scaling Midwest Construction & Remodeling

•How the company shifted from a broad range of services to specializing in exterior remodeling—especially after years of unpredictable storm recovery work

•Challenges of storm-driven business models, including the realities of working with insurance companies and the “gold rush” of hail and wind damage claims

•Why the team downsized and refocused on retail clients, emphasizing quality and transparency over rapid, unpredictable growth

•The importance of building trust, maintaining strong reviews, and leveraging social media and digital marketing to stay visible and connect with clients

•How Midwest Construction & Remodeling is building a welcoming showroom for clients to experience materials firsthand and develop confidence in their projects

•Practical advice for homeowners seeking reliable exterior contractors in the Plymouth and Twin Cities area

How to connect with Oleg and Ilya, visit their showroom, and learn more about their services at MWCRHomes.com

Don’t miss this episode if you want to hear how two young entrepreneurs are redefining reliability in exterior remodeling—from storm recovery to trusted retail service.