We all know that insurance is really important for your home, your car, your life... but when it comes to dealing with an insurance company if something goes wrong, it can be a huge headache! This week, Dave and Brenda tackle how to approach your insurance company for restoration work if something goes wrong in your home.  If you are looking to fund your home renovation, talk to our friends over at RenoFi! Visit renofi.com to learn more. Find us @renovationmaderight on social...

Join us for a very special grab-bag episode where Dave and Brenda discuss a bunch of different topics that aren't long enough for their own episode, but important enough to share! If you are looking to fund your home renovation, talk to our friends over at RenoFi! Visit renofi.com to learn more. Find us @renovationmaderight on social media www.renovationmaderight.com www.blackdogbuilders.com Send us your questions at [email protected]! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and...

At Renovation Made Right, we get a lot of questions along the lines of: "can I run/general contract/organize my own project?", because how hard can it be? We're here to tell you, YES, you can, but we strongly recommend giving this episode a listen first! Dave and Brenda discuss what it really means to be your own general contractor—from organizing subcontractors and figuring out your town's permitting process to ensuring you're safely approaching electrical and plumbing needs.

Have you ever thought about sending us a question, but wanted the answer in real time? We can help! This week, Dave and Brenda chat live with a listener from Hawaii about making her condo's hodgepodge ceiling more cohesive, and read another listener's question about updating their '60s-era home. Want to ask us your own burning home-improvement questions? Send us an email, we'd love to chat with you!

Curious about what goes on at a home improvement industry event? Do you have an interest in uniquely-colored plumbing products? Join Dave and Brenda as they interview Trish MacNeil, Designer from Blackdog Design/Build/Remodel. They discuss the kitchen and bath design show "KBIS", what home design trends are popping up for 2022 and beyond, scary-smart fridges, and more!

While it looks easy on HGTV, a home renovation can be one of the most stressful projects a couple can undertake. Everything boils down to communication: making joint decisions, working as a team... but that doesn't always come easy! This week, Dave and Brenda discuss how to protect your relationship while you remodel your home.

Kitchen design: How hard can it really be? As it turns out, there's more to them than you'd think. In most homes, kitchens serve multiple purposes: as a place to cook, a place to eat, a place to socialize... they are often the heart of a house, which requires special care and design consideration. Dave and Brenda (mostly Brenda) offer their sage advice when it comes to thoughtful kitchen design, and how to ensure what you are working on with your contractor really works well for your...

Welcome back to this week's edition of Renovation Made Right, where Dave and Brenda answer your questions! Is it advisable to attempt your own bathroom remodel? Can an existing crawlspace be converted into a full basement? If my older home still has horsehair plaster, should I remove it? Tune in to find out!

Welcome back! The pandemic has changed the dynamics of how we live, and our living spaces are no exception. As personal space comes back into style, Dave and Brenda speculate if this spells the end for open concept living.

Picture this: an expensive problem is discovered hiding within your walls or under your floorboards. The project's budget doesn't include the problem, so what is the remodeling contractor to do? You've likely seen this drama unfold on renovation shows, but it happens in real life, too! In this week's episode, Dave and Brenda chat about how remodeling contractors and homeowners often tackle these surprises.

Welcome back! This week, Dave and Brenda answer more of your questions about ice dams, curbless showers, and bathroom fans.

Welcome back to another round of listener questions! This week Dave and Brenda answer questions about aging-in-place and home accessibility.

In honor of the blizzard hitting the northeast this week, Dave and Brenda discuss how to make your home more energy efficient during the colder months. They chat about weatherization and energy efficiency programs, what the "stack effect" is, the importance of air sealing, and what the "ABCs" of insulation are.

Join Dave and Brenda as they provide a rundown on their favorite home improvement-related products!

Happy New Year! Dave and Brenda ring in the new year by covering two interesting design challenges they've recently faced. They cover the projects from start to finish: what the issue was, how it was approached, and what the outcome was.

We're kicking off another edition of our listener questions series with an important show update (hint: we got sponsored!), followed by showering advice for tall people, the best way to pet-proof your interior, discussing whether or not to get rid of your formal dining room, and dealing with antique pine floors.

Welcome back! After an interesting introduction full of pen clicks and judgement, Dave and Brenda discuss the differences between a general contractor and a handyman services company, and why you should consider seeking out the latter for your smaller home repair needs.

Welcome back to Renovation Made Right! Today, Dave and Brenda read your listener questions about incorporating HVAC vents into a design and the differences between utilizing a design/build company, architect, or contractor for a remodeling project.

We take a break from our regularly-scheduled home improvement content and jump into trades career coaching! Dave and Brenda continue their discussion with Keith Osborne, owner of Osborne Plumbing LLC, as they chat about the trades, what it's like to pursue it as a career, and why it's a great alternative to a traditional college degree. We'll be back on November 21st with more home-improvement content!

Welcome back to Episode 70! Friend of the show Keith Osborne from Osborne Plumbing LLC joins Dave and Brenda for an interesting discussion around plumbing products, which ones he recommends, and how to choose the best ones for your home.

Have you tried to purchase windows lately, but been told they're out of stock? Or hire a contractor, and been told you'll have to wait 6+ months? Join Dave and Brenda as they chat about the pandemic-related challenges we're experiencing in the remodeling industry that are just now hitting us. From crazy lead times, to carpenter shortages, to supply chain issues, we're seeing it all!

Welcome back! Dave and Brenda cover the riveting topic of local town regulations, and how they can impact your remodeling project. They tackle navigating your town's different departments, how to determine if you need a permit (and how to apply!), finding zoning information, determining if your contractor is licensed for your area, and more!

Happy September! Let's kick the month off with another installment of our listener questions series. We love hearing from you, so keep these questions coming! Dave and Brenda chat about a DIY bathroom update, the pros and cons of relocating your kitchen cooktop, and sourcing fixtures that fit the period of your home.

Welcome to Episode 66, where Dave and Brenda "pull back the curtain" and discuss their company, Blackdog Builders. They chat about how the remodeling side of the business functions, how they ensure value is added for a client through the company's structure and processes, and how Dave is eerily like Ned Flanders.

Welcome back! This week Dave and Brenda answer your burning questions about whirlpool tubs (hint: they're gross), safety precautions during the pandemic, if double ovens are worth it, and keeping out the sounds of motorcycle gangs. Enjoy!