The biggest pitfall for homeowners isn’t just dealing with the general contractor—it’s navigating the challenges posed by the city or county authorities and economic development departments. These regulatory bodies can create significant hurdles if you're not prepared. In this episode, Craig Rainey offers crucial advice on how to manage permits, inspections, and local regulations to avoid costly delays and headaches. Learn how to anticipate and handle the red tape that comes with remodeling, ensuring your project stays on track and in compliance.

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Most homeowners follow a familiar formula when choosing a remodeler: get three bids, check references, read reviews, and hope they have great subcontractors. But Craig Rainey has a different approach. In this episode, he explains why this common method might not be the best strategy for selecting the right contractor for your project. Craig shares alternative, more effective ways to evaluate remodelers and ensure you're hiring a true professional who will deliver quality work. Don't leave your remodel to chance—learn how to make an informed decision.

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With rising interest rates, a softening housing market, and an unstable economy, is now the right time to remodel your home? In this episode, Craig Rainey tackles this question from the perspective of a homeowner navigating a shifting construction landscape. Craig offers insights into how current economic factors impact remodeling decisions and provides guidance on whether investing in your home during uncertain times is a smart move. Tune in to hear his expert advice on making the best choice for your property and finances.

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Do you really know what a General Contractor's job entails? Many people mistakenly think it’s just project management and a few phone calls to the client. But it’s far more technical than that. In this episode, Craig Rainey breaks down the true role of a General Contractor, comparing it to asking the guy who bandaged your knee to perform heart surgery. Just like you wouldn’t trust an amateur with a complex medical procedure, you shouldn’t entrust your home remodel to someone without the proper expertise. Craig explains why a skilled General Contractor is crucial to the success of your project.

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When building a new home, we depend on engineers, architects, skilled firms, and tradesmen to tackle the complex and technical demands of the project. So why do many homeowners assume that the same expertise isn’t needed for a remodel? The truth is—it absolutely is! In this episode, Craig Rainey explains why remodeling is just as complex as building a new home, and why it’s a mistake to think a layman can easily manage it. Craig highlights the importance of maintaining professional oversight and skilled labor to ensure your remodel meets the same high standards as a new construction project.

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The construction industry can be incredibly frustrating, especially when it involves your home and your hard-earned money. One of the biggest challenges you'll face is managing labor. In this episode, Craig Rainey offers insights into how you can maintain your sanity while keeping your project on track. He shares practical strategies for protecting your investment, managing expectations, and dealing with common labor-related issues, all while ensuring the success of your renovation.

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Drawings aren’t just meant to impress the homeowner—they’re essential tools for your building trades and artisans. In this episode, Craig Rainey breaks down why detailed drawings are crucial to the success of your project. He explains how they serve as a roadmap for your builder, ensuring clarity and precision from start to finish. Craig also discusses the importance of these plans when it comes to holding your builder accountable and having recourse if the final product doesn’t meet your expectations.

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In Part 7, the final episode of the series, Craig Rainey helps you understand the difference between work that is inherently good quality and work that merely appears to be. Now that your project is complete, Craig shares expert advice on how to inspect the finished work, what to look for beneath the surface, and how to ensure that your remodel was built to last. Learn the signs of true craftsmanship and how to avoid being fooled by surface-level appearances.

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In Part 6 of the series, Craig Rainey dives into the finishing stages of your remodel, focusing on paintwork, flooring, trim, and cabinetry. He explains what quality work should look like and how to assess whether the craftsmanship meets industry standards. Craig offers practical tips on how to spot potential issues and ensure that the final touches of your renovation are up to par, giving you the confidence to evaluate the results with a discerning eye.

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In Part 4 of the series, Craig Rainey discusses the critical order of operations that your project should follow during a remodel. He breaks down the detailed steps and phases your remodeler adheres to in order to ensure a smooth and efficient renovation. From demolition to finishing touches, Craig offers insights into the logical progression of a build and why following the right sequence is essential to avoiding costly mistakes and delays.

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