Remodeler Stories

This week Spencer sits down with Will Giesey of Bellweather Design-Build. Will founded Bellweather Construction in 2002 and has been serving the Philadelphia area and its PA & NJ suburbs. Will is interested in engineering, energy efficiency, historic preservation, and modern, timeless design. He is the president of the Philadelphia area chapter for the National Association for the Remodeling Industry and holds multiple certifications. Start listening to Will’s story now!

Anthony Virzi, President of East Coast Construction Group, has 30 years of related construction experience, including shop drawing preparation, structural steel, and more. His specific project experience includes office buildings, hotels, retail centers, houses of worship, community and public buildings, luxury condominiums, luxury residences, and senior housing projects. Anthony brings his diverse experience in construction, management, and administration along with his pursuit of professionalism and profitability to every East Coast project. Start listening to Anthony’s story now!

This week, we get to know Todd Lake of Contegrity Homes. Todd started his carpentry journey in 2004 with minimal experience and grew to love the profession. Together with his wife Melissa, handling the administration side of the business, the company has developed into a design-build company, pushing the envelope to make people’s dreams come true. Start listening to Todd’s story now!

This week’s Peter Fallon of Fallon Custom Homes and Renovations is welcome to the show. Peter founded Fallon Custom Homes & Renovations in 1976. With more than 40 years of experience, he has established a company dedicated to the art of residential construction and renovation. Having managed numerous historic renovation projects, Peter has worked closely with the Beacon Hill Civic Association and the Back Bay Architectural Association. As a member of the Builders Association of Greater Boston, he is a licensed Builder and Home Improvement Contractor. Start listening to Peter’s story now!

This week, Spencer sits with Stephen Jones of Caba Homes, in Anderson, South Carolina. His mission is to serve his clients with integrity and to provide the most stress-free experience possible. From retail manager to handyman, to business owner, Stephen has been through it all. Start listening to Stephen’s story now!

Todd and Jill Johnson of Holly Home Renovations are the perfect example of “two is better than one”. They have a passion for renovating old and historic homes, and love the challenges that come with age. As a 3rd generation member of a construction family, renovating homes has always been a big part of Todd’s life. So when his wife and him completed their first personal remodel—their home on Holly Avenue—they realized they wanted to start their own company, Holly Home Renovations. Start listening to Todd and Jill’s story now!

This week we sit down with Bob Deeks of RDC Fine Homes for an exciting conversation about entrepreneurship and sustainability. Bob started building homes in 1993 and has a passion for innovation in housing technology. This has led to his current involvement in the Canadian Home Builders Association as Chair of the National Technical Research Committee and Vice Chair role for the Net Zero Housing Council. Start listening to Bob’s story now!

This story is all about humble beginnings. Patrick Finn was born in England and raised in Ireland. He began working as a carpenter in England at the age of 18. Soon after, he achieved Master Craftsman status and became recognized for his integrity, attention to detail, devotion to old-world craftsmanship, and genuine personality. Since 1991, Patrick A. Finn, Ltd., has grown from a few remodeling projects to an impressive list of hundreds of award-winning remodeled and custom homes throughout Hyde Park, the North Shore, and the Northwest suburbs, primarily Arlington Heights and Barrington. Start listening to Patrick’s story now!

As President of Winds of Change Remodeling, David Thompson brings forth a unique perspective to the remodeling world. He is a champion for homeowners and contractors, and knows how to carefully balance the needs of both. David loves construction and always had a dream of building his own company. Since 2001, after serving a distinguished career in the military, he launched Winds of Change Remodeling and has been building beautiful projects for his clients in Colorado Springs ever since. Start listening to David’s story now!

In this episode, we’re going back in time. Eric Dille of Loric Homes and Interiors has been in the industry for over 27 years. This has given him a unique perspective on the many angles involved in construction and remodeling. From home building to remodeling to commercial and everything in between, Eric has done it. Start listening to Eric’s story now!