The Builder Upper Show

The Builder Upper Show - a LumberCast production Are you ready to dig deep into the world of construction? Whether you're a seasoned pro, an aspiring builder, or just someone curious about the incredible industry that shapes our world, The Builder Upper Show is your essential source of inspiration, knowledge, and community.

The Builder Upper Show is a business podcast hosted by Lumber, with 39 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Lumber hosts The Builder Upper Show, a business show with 39 episodes published.

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  Episode #38

  The Builder Upper Show Ep. 38 feat. Bob Schafer from Ranger Construction

  Sep 24, 202627 minS1

  On this episode of The Builder Upper Show, host Lou Perez talks with Bob Schafer, President of Ranger Construction, about his path from project manager to president of a fourth-generation, family-owned asphalt and paving company. Bob shares how mentors shaped his career, why industry relationships matter, and what Ranger is exploring in construction technology, from roller guidance and grade control to an app for asphalt delivery logistics. They also discuss the challenge of bringing younger workers into the trades, the value of learning in the field, and a Florida beach restoration project Bob’s crew still talks about today.

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  Episode #37

  The Builder Upper Show Ep. 37 feat. Chris Estrada from Team Extreme

  Aug 20, 202639 minS1

  What does it take to build a successful construction business from the ground up? For Chris Estrada, CEO of Team Extreme and Extreme Drywall Concepts, it took decades of hard work, learning, resilience, faith, and a willingness to keep pushing through the tough seasons. In this episode of The Builder Upper Show, Lou Perez sits down with Chris to talk about his unconventional path into construction, from dropping out of high school and attending Phoenix Job Corps to becoming a commercial drywall and painting contractor operating with more than 100 employees and averaging eight-figure revenue.

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  Episode #34

  The Builder Upper Show Ep. 34 feat. Scott Kimpland from FMI Corp

  May 7, 20261h 2mS1

  In this episode of The Builder Upper Show, host Lou Perez sits down with Scott Kimpland, Partner at FMI Corporation, to dive deep into what it really takes to achieve operational excellence in construction. Scott brings decades of experience working with some of the most high-performing contractors in the industry through FMI Corporation, a leading management consulting and investment banking firm focused on the built environment. Together, they explore the real drivers behind productivity, field leadership, and long-term business success in construction.

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  Episode #33

  The Builder Upper Show Ep. 33 feat. Craig Fulcher from DWC Construction

  Apr 10, 202645 minS1

  In this episode of The Builder Upper Show, Craig Fulcher, president and CEO of Nashville-based DWC Construction unpacks his unconventional journey from internet sales and house flipping to leading one of the Southeast’s most established construction firms. Craig shares how DWC evolved from the region’s first drywall contractor into a powerhouse known for high-end commercial spaces, all while staying rooted in one key principle: consistency. From building rock-solid systems and processes to creating a culture where every employee feels valued, Craig reveals why being the “easy button” for clients is worth more than being the cheapest bid.

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  Episode #32

  The Builder Upper Show Ep. 32 feat. Rob Lynch from Dome Construction

  Feb 25, 202620 minS1

  In this episode of The Builder Upper Show, host Lou Perez sits down with Rob Lynch, President and CEO of Dome Construction, to talk about leadership, culture, and building a company that stands the test of time. Rob shares his journey from building tree forts as a kid to leading one of California’s premier builders specializing in highly technical, fully occupied facilities across life sciences, healthcare, and commercial sectors. He opens up about the mentors who shaped his path, the team-first culture at Dome, and why “safety isn’t a metric, it’s a mindset.”

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