Remodeling Wisdom - Advice from the Pro

In Part 3 of this series, Craig Rainey continues your crash course on managing your own remodeling project. This episode focuses on one of the most critical aspects of DIY success—finding the right trades and materials...

In Episode 2, Craig Rainey reveals the true nature of his business model and how it can help you successfully complete your DIY remodeling project. This episode marks what Craig calls the 'Big Shift'—moving from advice...

In the first episode of this 4-part series on managing your remodel project yourself, Craig Rainey speaks directly to the DIYer who may be considering taking on the role of homeowner/builder, either to save money or due...

Craig Rainey shares a recent experience with a client who discovered that their existing lighting didn’t work with their newly updated decor. In this episode, Craig dives into the three levels of lighting—ambient, task...

How many times have you brought home color samples that you loved in the store, only to hate them once they’re in your house? What changed? The answer is simple—your house doesn’t like your selections. In this episode...

Most homeowners dread the sales process—getting bids and fielding calls from eager salespeople. But did you know that bids over the phone and emailed proposals can be your worst nightmare in the construction industry...

You often hear terms like setbacks, easements, and rights of way, but how do they really impact you as a homeowner planning a room addition? Most people are aware of the risk of encroaching on the property line, but did...

Craig Rainey explains how even the pros—by simply doing their job—can unintentionally send your project off budget or off schedule. In this episode, he breaks down the common scenarios where things go awry and offers...

Just because a remodeler is listed as an approved contractor on platforms like Angi, HomeAdvisor, Thumbtack, or Houzz doesn’t mean they’re equipped to run your project successfully. So how can you tell? In this episode...

Craig delves into the origins of Design-Build and why so many remodelers claim to be Design-Build Contractors when they’re not. In this episode, he explains what it truly means to add design services to a remodeling...

Every spring, we get the itch to freshen up our homes. Whether you're tackling the work yourself or want to ensure your tradespeople are doing it right, Craig Rainey is here to share essential Construction 101 trade...

How do you choose the right architectural designer for your project? And how can you be sure they won’t blow your budget with an overly ambitious plan? Just because someone has expensive, impressive tools doesn’t mean...

Craig shares a real-life story of a common way homeowners unknowingly lose money to trades during a remodeling project. In this episode, he details how he stepped in to save one client nearly $10,000 by identifying the...

Have you heard the phrase 'It’s got good bones'? But what if cracks started appearing in the corners of your walls just a month or two after moving in? Buying a home can sometimes leave you in a difficult situation...

Many of the products we buy were never truly designed for the purposes we’re told they serve. In the construction industry, there's a widespread culture of misinformation and disinformation around popular products and...