Episodes

April 9, 2026

Know Your Numbers and Then Do Something About It

Most remodelers don’t have a revenue problem, they have a clarity problem. Kyle and Chris Anderson unpack how to get a handle on your numbers, set meaningful profit goals, and make smarter decisions day to day. Plus, what separates a good bookkeeper from one that actually helps you grow. If you’re curious to learn more about Monthend and how they help builders and remodelers, head over to their website and take a look. Explore real client results and case studies at Contractor Gro...
April 2, 2026

Lessons From a Fred Case Award Finalist

Most remodelers know they need better systems! Fewer get to see what those systems actually look like in a company that's figured it out. Matt Jenkins did. As a Fred Case Award finalist, he spent a full day inside Case's operation and came back with practical observations on their sales process, design approach, project manager compensation, and culture. The kind of stuff you can actually use to grow your business! JobTread helps remodelers bring estimating, scheduling, job costing, and...
March 26, 2026

Simple KPIs, Clearer Accountability

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle Hunt talks with Shawn Billings of Credible Construction about how simple KPIs can create clearer accountability and better communication within a remodeling business. They walk through practical examples of what to track, how to build basic scorecards for your team, and why starting with just a few measurable actions can lead to stronger systems, less chaos, and better results over time. Explore real client results and case studies at Cont...
March 19, 2026

Faith + Business: Kyle on The Generous Business Owner

In this rebroadcast of The Generous Business Owner podcast, Kyle shares his story of entrepreneurship, faith, and building a business with purpose. From early side hustles to coaching remodelers across the country, Kyle shares the lessons he's learned about risk, service, generosity, and leading with core values. Jeff and Kyle also dig into what it looks like to care well for your team, guard your heart against the pull of money, and use business as a platform to serve others with excellence and...
March 12, 2026

Taking the Chaos Out of Construction

In this episode, Kyle Hunt talks with Scott Collins of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Lake Norman about his journey from a 25 year corporate career into launching a design build remodeling business with his wife. They discuss the realities of making the leap into entrepreneurship, the lessons Scott brought from corporate leadership, and how focusing on team empowerment, clear standards, and strong communication helps create a better experience for both employees and homeowners. Scott also shares h...
March 5, 2026

More Focus on Fewer Things

In this episode, Kyle Hunt shares a variety of practical ideas pulled from recent conversations inside the Remodelers Community. He talks about the importance of focusing on fewer priorities, tackling the tasks you’re most likely to avoid, and creating systems that keep projects and decisions moving forward. Kyle also touches on marketing reminders like staying in touch with past clients, experimenting with new tools like AI, and why understanding your numbers and tracking job costs is critical ...
Feb. 27, 2026

You Don’t Scale, Your Team Does: Building Teams That Last

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle talks with contractor and business coach, Larry Janeski, about what it takes to grow a remodeling company. They cover the shift from doing all the work yourself to becoming a true team builder, plus hiring systems, performance-based pay, and the mindset and structure needed to move out of survival mode and into a business that runs through people and processes. You can find more about Larry at LarryJanesky.com, sign up for Think Daily and Think Da...
Feb. 19, 2026

Practical Marketing for Remodelers

In this episode, Kyle Hunt talks with Joey and Ginny from Renovations & Dependable Building in Virginia about simple, practical marketing moves that help a newer remodeling business stand out and build trust. They cover branding decisions, SEO and website content, getting more Google reviews, and networking strategies to create a deeper lead pipeline without overcomplicating it. ----- Today's episode is sponsored by Builder Funnel! Click here to learn more about how Builder Funnel helps re...
Feb. 12, 2026

From Handyman Roots to Strategic Growth

In this episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle sits down with Blair Roedel of BEC Innovations to talk about growing a remodeling business. Blair shares how she went from launching a handyman company during COVID to eventually building it into a full remodeling business. They unpack what it's been like to separate the handyman side from the remodeling side, why that shift matters, and what she's learning along the way. ----- The Remodelers VIP Club is designed to help you strengthen th...
Feb. 5, 2026

When the Butterflies Fade: Rediscovering Purpose in Your Business

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle sits down with Isaiah Milton of Primetime Remodels to talk about what happens after you have the basics of your business figured out. What does business look like when the projects are running smoothly and the business is successful, but the excitement feels different? Isaiah and Kyle explore shifting motivations, quieter confidence, and how to rediscover purpose beyond the initial wins! ----- JobTread helps remodelers bring estimating, sched...
Jan. 29, 2026

AI Is Great, But You Have to Use Your Brain First

In this episode, Kyle sits down with Talyah Hayward of to talk about using AI and automation in a remodeling business without overcomplicating things. The conversation focuses on simplifying systems, reducing noise, and being intentional about...
Jan. 22, 2026

Protecting Your Work-Life Balance While Scaling Your Remodeling Business

As a remodeling business grows, the demands on the owner often grow with it. In this episode, Kyle leads an honest coaching conversation about what it takes to scale without working longer hours or carrying everything yourself. They dig into the challenges of micromanagement, hiring, delegation, and setting boundaries while maintaining quality and profitability. Kyle shares practical coaching insights to help remodelers think differently about leadership, workload, and creating sustainable ba...
Jan. 15, 2026

Building a Balanced Business

In this episode, we’re sharing a conversation from the Builder Stories podcast where host Eric Fortenberry, the Founder and CEO of JobTread, interviews Kyle! Kyle shares his origin story, how he got started in marketing, and why he ultimately narrowed his focus to serving remodeling business owners. The conversation covers the evolution of Remodelers On The Rise, from early marketing coaching to a full business coaching platform focused on financial clarity, sales process, leadership, and commu...
Jan. 8, 2026

Move Quickly, Don't Rush: 12 Reminders From 2025

In this episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle reflects on twelve standout podcast episodes from 2025 — one from each month — and shares the key takeaways and insights that stuck with him. From leadership and branding to marketing, delegation, and client experience, this year-in-review episode is packed with practical reminders to help you move quickly... but not rush, as you grow your business in 2026. ----- Want to keep in touch with past clients and prospects without the hassle of writing ...
Dec. 30, 2025

Slow Down and Reflect: Three Simple Ways to Review Your Year as a Remodeler

In this solo episode, Kyle Hunt encourages remodelers to slow down and reflect before jumping into the next year. He shares three simple ways to review your year, learn from what worked and what didn’t, and recognize the progress you’ve made along the way. If you're looking for a practical and encouraging reminder that reflection builds clarity, momentum, and better plans for the year ahead, listen now! ----- Ready to streamline your business and increase profits? Visit JobTread to see how their...
Dec. 26, 2025

Level 10 Meetings That Actually Work

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle walks through how his team runs their weekly Level 10 meetings and why this simple structure has become one of the most valuable rhythms in the business. He breaks down the agenda piece by piece! You will hear how this meeting keeps priorities moving, creates accountability, and turns planning into real progress in the business instead of ideas collecting dust. If you have been curious about EOS or want a clearer way to run productive weekly meetin...
Dec. 18, 2025

Built to Last: Lessons from a Second Generation Design Build Remodeler

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle Hunt sits down with Abe Degnan, second-generation owner of Degnan Design Build Remodel, to share the story of building a remodeling business designed to last. Abe reflects on growing up on job sites, joining his father’s company, and helping shape an early design build approach through intentional learning, documented processes, and steady leadership. They dig into lessons Abe has learned over 25 years in business, including hiring with purpose, p...
Dec. 11, 2025

Remodel Your Marriage with Dr Joshua Straub

In this episode, Kyle Hunt sits down with Dr Joshua Straub, founder of Famous at Home, for a conversation about emotional safety in marriage, understanding pain cycles, and what it truly means to be “famous at home” as a remodeler. This is a preview of what Joshua will be teaching at the Remodel Your Marriage, Life and Business retreat on February 10, 2026 in Franklin, Tennessee. Kyle and Josh talk about how emotional safety shapes communication, why many couples get stuck in the same conflict ...
Dec. 4, 2025

Optimism Through the Hard Seasons

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle talks with Phil and Heather Oddo of Closer Look General Contracting about navigating the messy, painful seasons of business and choosing optimism through it all. They share how years of embezzlement knocked their business down, how Heather left her stable corporate job to join the company right as chaos hit, and what it looked like to rebuild piece by piece. You’ll hear how they learned to understand their numbers, say no to the wrong clients, buil...
Nov. 26, 2025

Plan Better, Build Better: Virtual Design That Works

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle sits down with Savannah Thomas of Seabrook Design Company to break down how virtual design can strengthen your entire remodeling process. They explore why detailed upfront planning protects your margins, shortens timelines, and keeps clients happier. Savannah walks through her simple plan bid build approach, how remodelers gather accurate as built information, and the value of weekly check ins to keep projects moving. They also dive into the pros a...
Nov. 20, 2025

Working Together: Lessons from a husband and wife remodeling team

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise Kyle talks with husband and wife team Austin and Callie Cornell of MSC Enterprises They share how they run their remodeling business together balance family life improve their financial clarity and build smoother processes that support steady growth ----- 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! ...
Nov. 13, 2025

Stories That Sell: A Remodeler’s Guide to Better Sales Conversations

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise Kyle Hunt sits down with Mark Dixon of Odd Fellows Contracting to unpack the stories and simple frameworks he uses to sell remodeling work without feeling salesy. Mark shares his four possible decisions script, his spaghetti dinner and tomato analogies for talking about price and bids, and how he uses feel felt found and psychological reciprocity to build trust. You will hear how a lifetime in remodeling and decades of sales training turned into a practi...
Nov. 6, 2025

Build to Give Back: A Remodeler’s Guide to Generosity

In this week’s episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle explores a powerful question for remodelers: how can generosity become a meaningful and intentional part of your business vision? He’s joined by Matt Baehr, Executive Director of Homes for Hope, to share how microloans are transforming families and communities around the world by fueling real entrepreneurship. You’ll hear inspiring stories — like a $50 welding loan that became a thriving homebuilding business, and 20 plastic chairs that laun...
Oct. 27, 2025

It's NOT All About Business

In this solo episode, Kyle takes a step back from strategy and systems to share a simple reminder we all need: it’s not all about business. He talks about rightly ordering your life—faith, family, work, and everything in between—and how easy it is to let the demands of business crowd out what truly matters. A thoughtful conversation about slowing down, staying present, and making sure your business serves your life, not the other way around. ----- Homeowners are already using AI tools like ChatG...