Remodelers On The Rise

By Kyle Hunt

Remodelers On The Rise by Kyle Hunt is a podcast designed to inspire remodeling entrepreneurs like yourself. Practical tips, high-level strategy, specific examples, and information that you can grab a... more

6464 ratings

FAQs about Remodelers On The Rise:

How many episodes does Remodelers On The Rise have?

The podcast currently has 460 episodes available.

Best of Remodelers On The Rise

The most played episodes among Podcast App listeners.

Number 1: Creating Budget Clarity During the Design Process
Budgets can move fast during design, especially once clients start making selections. This week, Kyle sits down with Audra Von Minden Gossage of LTD Builders to talk about the Budget Roadmap, the tool her team uses to keep clients clear on where their budget stands as design moves along. Audra shares how they account for changing selections and costs without redoing a full estimate each time, and how more planning up front has cut down change orders. If clarity in the project budget during design is a struggle for your clients, this episode has some great ideas for your team.Today's episode is sponsored by Builder Funnel! Click here to learn more about how Builder Funnel helps remodelers and home builders grow through strategic digital marketing.Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!Key Takeaways Introduction to the budget roadmap conceptThe importance of cycle time measurementManaging scope changes and scope differencesPresenting material selections without markupUsing the budget roadmap to keep clients informedReducing change order rates to below 2%Building trust through transparency and micro commitmentsThe role of client control and decision-makingChapters 00:00 Introduction and overview of the episode 03:50 Introduction to Audra and her business background 06:22 Challenges with scope and budget expectations 12:05 The origin of the budget roadmap concept 13:51 Explaining the budget roadmap to clients 17:44 Presenting material selections without markup 19:49 Tracking budget changes through revisions 27:36 Finalizing the project budget and client approval 30:47 Reducing change orders and maintaining profitability 33:41 Handling scope changes and client control 37:16 Wrapping up and key takeaways from the episode
September 03, 202645min
Number 2: Kyle's Reminders from The Rise Conference
Running a great remodeling business is not about one magic bullet. It is a combination of a lot of little things done consistently well! Coming off the Rise Conference 2026, Kyle shares several ideas and reminders from the two days spent with 100+ remodelers. From thinking through what your biggest constraint is right now, to how delegation can unlock growth, to why tracking the right KPIs matters more than tracking everything, Rise 2026 was full of great sessions and ways you can strengthen your remodeling business. There was no shortage of great content and even better conversation and Kyle is already looking forward to making 2027 even better!Explore real client results and case studies at Contractor Growth Network Results, learn how they help remodelers build marketing that works at Contractor Growth Network, and check out their Podcast for weekly insights designed to help remodelers grow smarter.Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!Key Takeaways Systematic marketing of projects to local neighborhoodsImportance of post-project reviewsUsing story selling to build trustImplementing EOS for business managementTracking KPIs for project successBatching tasks to improve focusAdjusting gross profit margins for profitabilityBuilding a strong team through training and delegationThe power of peer groups and roundtablesMindset shifts for overcoming challenges
August 27, 202631min
Number 3: How to Hire Better and Build a Stronger Remodeling Team
Finding great people is one of the biggest challenges remodelers face, but the answer isn't posting another job ad and hoping the right person comes along. In this episode, Kyle is joined by Justin Landry of JL Talent Solutions and Peer Group Coach Bryan Sebring for a practical conversation about creating a more intentional hiring process. Bryan shares how his approach to hiring has changed after working with Justin and why slowing down has helped him avoid costly hiring mistakes. They dig into what a strong recruiting process actually looks like, from defining the role before you start searching to using assessments and structured interviews to better understand each candidate. Justin also explains why the right people are out there, even when it feels impossible to find them, and how looking beyond the usual job boards can open up a much stronger candidate pool. If hiring has felt rushed, frustrating, or inconsistent in your remodeling business, this episode will help you think differently about how you find people and set them up to succeed!Running a remodeling company can feel lonely, but you don’t have to figure everything out on your own. The Remodelers On The Rise Peer Groups connect you with non-competing remodelers who understand the challenges you’re facing and are committed to helping each other grow. Learn more at https://remodelersontherise.com/live-training-events-for-remodelers/remodelers-peer-group/Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!Key Takeaways Building clear role definitions Implementing a systematic hiring process Using assessments like DISC and preview Creating a strong onboarding experience Fostering a positive company culture Leadership and conflict resolution in teams The importance of patience in hiring Using data and science in recruitment Onboarding best practices for successChapters 00:00 Introduction and episode overview 01:10 Start with the end in mind in hiring 02:07 Justin Landry introduces JL Talent Solutions 04:46 Brian Sebring shares his background and path to Justin 08:25 The importance of patience in hiring 10:15 Justin explains the vetting process and assessments 13:25 Proactive vs reactive hiring strategies 16:34 Best practices for posting and attracting candidates 18:47 Using data science and assessments to select candidates 22:42 Effective interview questions and techniques 30:57 The significance of clear role definitions 35:58 Onboarding best practices and 30-60-90 plan 40:56 Leadership, culture, and team integration 42:46 Continuous improvement and learning in hiring
August 20, 202647min
Number 4: How One Remodeler Is Practically Using AI
AI isn't just about writing emails or asking ChatGPT a few questions. When it's thoughtfully integrated into your business, it can become a practical tool that saves time and helps your team work more efficiently. This week, Kyle sits down with Jeremy Maher of Phoenix Home Remodeling to talk about how his team is actually using AI in the business. Jeremy shares real workflows they've built to reduce repetitive work and get more value from the information they're already collecting. You'll also hear how AI has become part of their sales process. Jeremy even shares how his team is using it to handle missed calls more effectively. If you've been wondering what AI can actually look like inside a remodeling company, this episode gives you a practical look at what Jeremy's team is doing and what they've learned along the way.JobTread helps remodelers bring estimating, scheduling, job costing, and invoicing into one connected system, so they can clearly see where jobs stand and what’s actually profitable. We’ve watched members move from guessing to confidently knowing their numbers, which leads to better pricing, planning, and leadership. If you’re ready for better systems and better decisions, learn more at jobtread.com.Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!Key Takeaways AI integration in remodelingAutomation of client communication and project managementUsing AI for call analysis and employee coachingAutomating review collection and reputation managementLeveraging AI for pre-visit prep and scope of work creationRemote team management and outsourcing in constructionAdapting AI tools for business growth and efficiencyChapters 00:00 Introduction to Jeremy Maher and AI in Remodeling 02:00 Jeremy's background and how he got into AI 04:02 The importance of strategy before automation 06:00 Using AI to enhance customer journey and communication 07:49 Voice AI for call handling and appointment scheduling 13:48 Automated client photo collection process 20:52 AI-generated pre-visit prep and scope of work 26:57 AI analysis of employee performance and coaching 35:05 Automated review management and reputation building 44:07 Role-specific GPTs for team productivity 50:01 Outsourcing and managing remote teams with AI 50:51 Final thoughts and encouragement for remodelers
August 14, 202653min
Number 5: Building Something Bigger Than Remodeling
Great remodeling companies aren't built by accident. They're built through intentional leadership, clear values, and a commitment to serving both your team and your clients. This week, Kyle sits down with Jimmy Moore of Petra Custom Builders, a longtime Builder Funnel client, to talk about the principles that have shaped his company from day one. They discuss creating a culture people want to be part of, why servant leadership matters, building core values that actually guide decisions, and how investing in marketing has given Jimmy's team the freedom to be more selective about the projects they take on. If you're trying to build a company that lasts, this conversation is full of practical ideas that go far beyond remodeling. Jimmy's experience is also a great example of what can happen when remodelers treat marketing as a long term investment and partner with a team like Builder Funnel.Today's episode is sponsored by Builder Funnel! Click here to learn more about how Builder Funnel helps remodelers and home builders grow through strategic digital marketing.Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!Key Takeaways Jimmy Moore's transition from remodeler to builderThe importance of core values and cultureThe role of intentionality and discipline in leadershipStrategic marketing and lead generation with BuilderFunnelThe impact of consistent branding and content marketingBuilding a team that reflects company valuesThe significance of pipeline management and ROI measurementThe biblical inspiration behind Petra's name and missionChapters 00:00 Introduction and Jimmy Moore's background 02:02 Jimmy's perspective on intentionality and discipline 04:05 The story behind Petra's name and mission 07:03 Leadership as service and building company culture 11:58 Jimmy's journey from a young remodeler to a business owner 17:02 The fulfillment found in impactful work 23:00 The evolution of Petra and its core values 27:06 Leadership qualities and servant leadership 35:51 Marketing strategy and partnership with BuilderFunnel 48:00 Results and ROI from BuilderFunnel's marketing efforts 01:00:05 Advice for business owners on marketing investment 01:08:10 The importance of culture and core values in business 01:10:01 Closing thoughts and final advice
August 06, 20261h 12min