Episodes

"What Are Some Of The Keys To Success For A Strong Remodeling Business?" This is the question Kyle posed to the Remodelers Community Facebook Group. Kyle Hunt explores the keys to success shared by successful and growing remodelers and provides his own expert insights on how you can apply these strategies to strengthen your own remodeling business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to enhance your existing business, this episode is packed with actionable tips and advice to help you th...

If you want your remodeling business to thrive, paying attention to strategic partnerships is critical. In this episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle Hunt shares valuable insights and practical tips on how to build strong partnerships that can amplify your marketing efforts and boost your business. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the game, this episode will provide valuable insights and practical tips to help you build strong and effective strategic partnerships. Tune in now and unlo...

Kyle is joined by Elnian Gilbert from ZingTrain to discuss how remodelers can train their team and deliver excellent customer service. Elnian shared 2 of her favorite resources with us here: The Power of Language and Phrases With a Calming Effect Get 20% OFF any virtual training offered by ZingTrain with the code REMODELERS23 (Code Expires July 31st, 2023). See their offerings here! See here for the free resources offered by ZingTrain!

Join Kyle as he interviews Mark Richardson, a renowned expert in the remodeling industry, for an engaging discussion on the latest consumer insights and data trends. Discover how this information can help your remodeling business stay ahead of the curve, attract more customers, and ultimately increase profitability. Don't miss out on this valuable conversation that will leave you with actionable tips to take your business to the next level! See the resources Mark mentioned here! ----- Save time...

Chris Howlett with Diamond Hill Builders set out to improve his team's attitude, create a better work environment, a craft the Ultimate Building Experience. In this episode, Kyle interviews Chris on his Ultimate Building Experience, or UBE, program and how it has transformed his company culture. Listen now for all the details! ----- Save time and money in your remodeling business with the Canvas app and their new Canvas Measurement Report. Download the Canvas App here and use the promo code RIS...

Learn the method that transforms how you estimate and sell your remodeling projects! Cost of Project Execution (C.O.P.E.) can help you: Be more confident in your estimating Increase gross profit on your projects Increase your closing percentages Be more transparent in your pricing with clients Transform the way you think about pricing and selling your projects Coming September 2023 - Visit CostOfProjectExecution.com for full details and to secure your spot! Watch the video version of this p...

Join Kyle and guests Nolan Orfield and Jack Dean from as they delve into the crucial role of estimating in achieving profitability in remodeling. Discover the common mistakes that remodelers make in their estimating process and gain valuable tips to...

What should be your marketing focus for generating great project leads? Joaquin Erazo has been a successful Marketing Strategist in the remodeling industry for 25+ years. In this interview, Kyle and Joaquin will talk about 2023 marketing trends and what’s working in terms of lead generation and branding. They also talk about practical steps you can take to lock in great processes and systems in your remodeling business. Joaquin will share how he's been able to expand his franchise company to 4...

What does it look like from the initial time that a prospective client reaches out to you all the way through to the completion of the project? What does it look like to craft a remarkable, wonderful experience for our clients? This is the question we recently explored in the Remodelers VIP Club 2-day in-person conference called, "Crafting the Experience." Listen to hear a little behind the scene recap of how to level up your client experience starting with the initial contact going all the wa...

Today, Kyle interviews Jef Forward on how he's approached implementing software throughout his 25 years as a remodeler. We'll look at how technology can help create a single point for your team to find information, help them work more effectively (and with less frustration!), and improve your overall client experience. ----- Save time and money in your remodeling business with the Canvas app and their new Canvas Measurement Report. Download the Canvas App here and use the promo code RISE23 for...

In this episode, we dive into the critical aspect of accurate job costing in the remodeling industry. Discover the true importance of job costing as we provide valuable insights, expert coaching, and uplifting encouragement. Join us to uncover how accurate job costing enhances financial stability, maximizes profitability, and helps identify areas for improvement in your operations. Don't miss out on this essential knowledge to elevate your remodeling business to new heights! Tune in now and l...

Do you have a strong interview process? Kyle interviews Steve Ezikian on how to develop strong processes for hiring the right employees in your remodeling business. They dig into crafting job descriptions, interviewing, and hiring the right candidate for the position and your company culture. Are you ready to save time and money with the Canvas app? Click here to download it! Use the promo code RISE23 for $100 off your first scan!

Kyle shares 2 tools remodelers can use to help transform their sales process, educate prospects, and better qualify early in the process. Download your local Cost vs. Value Report here! See Kyle's screen share in the video version here. Visit Remodelers On The Rise to learn more!

During this podcast episode, Kyle has a conversation with Bret Oleksyn, the founder of Odd Fellow Contracting. Under Kyle's coaching, Bret has successfully scaled his business from $850,000 to $5.2 million. Bret shares his experience and valuable insights on various essential strategies that have contributed to his personal and professional growth. To explore Kyle's coaching services and discover more resources for remodelers, visit RemodelersOnTheRise.com. Watch the recording of this episode ...

Aaron McGinnis with Craft Built has effectively been outsourcing a lot of design, marketing, office, etc. work overseas. It's a unique approach and one we're going to dig into to hear how he's done it and how it's working for him! This is definitely a conversation that will make you think and give you ideas on how to take more workload off of your shoulders!

Join me and Mark Valchine, a Career & Technical Education Homebuilding teacher in Michigan who is working to inspire the next generation of remodelers! Visit RemodelersOnTheRise.com here. Click here to join Remodelers AutoPilot!

Join Kyle and Contractor Growth Network's Logan Shinholser as they discuss the core videos all remodelers should develop and tips on how to get them done! Learn more about the Contractor Growth Network and grab their Video Marketing for Contractors Mini Course here.

Today's episode is a recording of a call Kyle recently did with his Remodelers VIP Club working on client communication. Specifically, we're going to dig into the 5-minute meeting you can have to help make sure your remodeling clients have an excellent remodeling experience! Quick 5 – 5 things, 5 minutes: TODAY - Here’s what happened today OPEN - “I have 2 open questions that I need answers for” NEXT - Here’s what is coming up next… YOUR TURN - Do you have any questions or concerns or prais...

Delivering a remarkable service is key to building a strong and thriving remodeling business, but it's hard work! If you deliver a remarkable experience to your remodeling clients, they will tell their friends and family about you. This week, we look at 10 Ways to Deliver a Remarkable Client Experience. I'll be looking at how areas like communication, scheduling, and jobsite cleanliness all impact your client's experience and how you can distinguish your company as providing remarkable service....

Kyle will give you a small peak into the training that the Remodelers VIP Club enjoyed in the first 2 months of the year. We'll talk about some key areas of your financials and give you several ideas and tips for you to be thinking about to help you be more profitable!

Kyle interviews Dan Kolbert and Emily Mottram, two of the authors of the new book Pretty Good House. Pretty Good House provides a framework and guidelines to focus on the core issues that should be front and center when designing and building a high-quality home or renovation. Together, we're going to look at what should you include in a house that does right for its inhabitants and the planet, but that does not go beyond reasonable environmental or financial payback.

Kyle explores helpful tools and advice for your remodeling business! Sign up today to join Kyle for "A Clear Success Path for Your #1 Marketing Priority" on February 22nd here

There are companies, software, and technology that I am frequently telling my remodeling clients about and highly recommend. On this show, I'm going to review several of them which will be of great help to your remodeling business! See all of the links and resources mentioned today here!

Curtis Lawson is a remodeler who recently started a consumer-focused podcast, called Your Project Shepherd, to help guide homeowners through the remodeling process. We're going to talk through what inspired this, the strategy behind this decision, and if it makes sense for you! Watch the video version of this podcast here!