054 Homeowners aren’t just asking for pretty kitchens and bathrooms anymore — they’re asking how a space will make them feel. In this episode of The Renovation Situation, Joe and Todd break down the fast-growing wellness trends shaping the remodeling world.From natural light and circadian-friendly design to air quality, water purification, saunas, layered lighting, plants, textures, and dedicated wellness zones… homeowners are demanding more intentional, health-forward spaces than ever before.We cover:• Why homeowners now care about health, mood, and comfort• Natural light & circadian rhythm design• Air quality, MERV filters, materials, and non-toxics• Water quality: RO systems, testing, filtration• Layered lighting & “dim-to-warm” full-spectrum systems• Saunas, steam rooms & spa-like bathrooms• Plants, biophilic design & living walls• Creating wellness nooks, recovery spaces & meditation roomsIf you’re a remodeler, designer, or homeowner planning a project, this episode shows where the industry is heading — and how to make your next remodel healthier, happier, and more intentional.Grab your beverage of choice—this one goes deep.Plumb Financialhttps://www.plumbfinancial.com/Plumb Perfect Buildershttps://plumbperfectbuilders.com/

053 In this episode of The Renovation Situation, Joe and Todd sit down with Jeremiah from Invision Marketing to unpack what actually makes a remodeling website convert and why most contractors get it dead wrong.We kick things off with a wild story:Joe’s Google My Business was suspended for months, completely tanking search visibility, until Jeremiah stepped in and fixed what no one else could. From there, we dig into:Why Wix and DIY websites fail for remodelersHow SEO, keywords, and customer intent actually workWhat younger homeowners look for when choosing a contractorThe #1 misconception remodelers have about “nice looking websites”The simple fixes that dramatically improve conversionsThe biggest mistakes contractors make on their sites (like stock photos with palm trees 👀) Jeremiah also breaks down the real strategy behind modern websites, including speed, code-based builds with Next.js, and what Google actually cares about when ranking your business. If you're a remodeler, handyman, GC, or service business owner trying to turn your website into a real marketing tool not just an online brochure — this episode is your roadmap.https://invisionmarketing.io/Plumb Financialhttps://www.plumbfinancial.com/

💰 So… how much does a kitchen remodel really cost?052Spoiler: it’s not $10K — no matter what Google or HGTV tells you. In this episode, Joe and Todd break down the truth behind kitchen remodel pricing, the myths of online “averages,” and what actually drives the cost of your dream kitchen.From cabinets and countertops to labor shortages and layout changes, they uncover why every kitchen is different — and why your remodel budget probably won’t match that AI answer you found online.🎧 In this episode:The reality behind “$15K to $160K” Google estimatesWhy AI and cost-vs-value reports miss the markThe top 5 factors that drive kitchen remodel costsHow to find and trust the right contractorWhy ballpark pricing and transparency matter more than ever🏡 Takeaways:Your dream kitchen is possible — it just may not look like a $10K HGTV project. Get honest insights from two remodelers who live and breathe this stuff.📺 Watch more episodes of The Renovation Situation:https://www.youtube.com/@TheRenovationSituation📱 Follow us for more remodeling truth and humor:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plumbperfectbuildersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/plumbperfectbuildersWebsite: https://plumbperfectbuilders.com#TheRenovationSituation #KitchenRemodel #RemodelingPodcast #HomeRenovation #ContractorLife #DesignBuild #RemodelReality #PlumbPerfectBuilders