The Remodelers Roundtable

Speich & Co. on Crafting Flexible, Client-First Remodels

Chris Speich, Brett Baker, and Kyle Paugh of Speich & Co. join the Roundtable to talk about running a remodeling business where trust, friendship, and flexibility are just as important as timelines and tile selections. From building the company in a college dorm room to delivering high-end kitchen renovations under tight deadlines, this trio shares how they’ve built a strong team, a clear process, and a reputation for being honest and adaptable. They dive into what it’s like working with family and longtime friends, why BuilderTrend is their project management lifeline, and how they navigate changing client expectations with transparency and good communication. Plus, you’ll hear about the time a client cried (in a good way), their love of walnut cabinetry, and what they’ve learned from saying “yes” to complicated jobs others might walk away from. College hustle, clean lines, and jobsite surprises—this one’s got everything. 🔗 Website: https://www.speichandcompany.com/ [https://www.speichandcompany.com/] 📱 Instagram & Facebook: @speichandcompany  #RemodelersRoundtable #TrustNARI #NARIColumbus #SpeichAndCompany #BuilderTrend #RemodelingBusiness #KitchenRemodel #ColumbusOhio #ClientCommunication #FlexibleRemodeling #SmallBusinessLife

RDS Home Design on Building Trust Through Transparency and Integrity

Jim and Lauren Wright from RDS Home Design join the Roundtable for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, client expectations, and running a design firm with heart—and spreadsheets. As a multi-decade NARI member and current board treasurer, Jim shares what it’s been like to design thousands of projects over 38 years, teach clients the realities of remodeling costs (spoiler: $63k ≠ $250k), and balance big ideas with real budgets.  Lauren discusses her evolution from summer intern to full-time creative lead, and the marketing lessons she’s learned along the way—from navigating client privacy to embracing new tools like social media and remote work. They also break down their open-book management system, the unexpected positives that came from the pandemic, and what makes the NARI community so special. Plus: illuminated countertops, famous clients (that they won’t name), and why Build My Future is the next big thing in skilled trades.  🔗 Website: rdshomedesign.com [https://rdshomedesign.com] 📱 Social: @rdshomedesign on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Houzz, Pinterest 🚫 Still no TikTok. (Jim’s orders.) #RemodelersRoundtable #TrustNARI #NARIColumbus #RDSHomeDesign #DesignBuild #OpenBookManagement #SpreadsheetsAndStyle #RemodelingRealTalk #ColumbusOhio #BuildMyFuture #CreativeLeadership #HomeDesign

Historic Homes, Modern Solutions: Inside CJE Restoration

Brett and Mason from CJE Restoration join the Roundtable for a conversation that covers way more than mold and moisture. From slate rooftops in German Village to structural rescues on sinking apartment buildings, this episode is all about the creativity, craftsmanship, and community behind great restoration work. They share wild stories (like finding a dead squirrel via smell test in a double-insulated attic), historic woodshop wins, and what it takes to earn and keep an A+ rating from the BBB. You’ll also hear how museum exhibit design, green building trends, and good old-fashioned integrity fuel the culture at CJE. Plus: Brett reflects on his role as NARI board secretary, the importance of relationships in restoration, and why Build My Future might be the organization’s most exciting milestone yet.  📍 Learn more: CJERestoration.com [https://www.cjerestoration.com] 📸 Instagram & Facebook: @CJERestoration 🛠️ Special shoutout to German Village, Kemper products, Ecostar, Boral, and every old house hiding newspapers in the walls. #RemodelersRoundtable #TrustNARI #NARIColumbus #CJERestoration #HistoricPreservation #GreenBuilding #SlateRoofs #BBB #ColumbusOhio #ConstructionLife #TradeCareers #BuildMyFuture #RestorationLife

Beyond the Faucet: Robin Welsh & Carla Bradbury Talk Bathrooms, Budgets & Big Ideas

Robin Welsh of Bath Works and Carla Bradbury of Curnayn Sales—both NARI Board Members—join the Roundtable to talk all things bath design, from real-world plumbing advice to luxury wellness trends (yes, including $100,000 saunas). With decades of combined experience in showrooms and manufacturer sales, they break down the biggest mistakes homeowners make, the difference between box store fixtures and the real deal, and why education is at the heart of every smart remodel. They also dish on the quirkiest products they’ve seen (goodbye, drop-in garden tubs), how to build trust with a remodeler, and why the future of bathrooms includes cold plunges, towel warmers, and intelligent toilets you can actually test out in their showroom. Mid-century lavender toilets, interactive spa rooms, and helping teens fix leaky tanks at Build My Future—this one’s packed with character and industry wisdom.  Visit: bathworks.us [http://bathworks.us] 🛁 Location: 2631 Morse Road, Columbus, OH 🔧 More info: curnaynsales.com [http://curnaynsales.com] #RemodelersRoundtable #TrustNari #NARIColumbus #BathWorks #CurnaynSales #LuxuryBathrooms #HomeWellness #SaunaLife #ColdPlunge #PlumbingLife #InteractiveShowroom #DesignTips #NARIBoard #ColumbusOhio #CarWashShower

Muscles, Mannequins, and Mission-Driven Moves: Two Men and a Truck Talk Shop

Brody and Jaime from Two Men and a Truck (and its scrappy cousin Two Men and a Junk Truck) join the Roundtable to talk about more than just hauling boxes. From late-night hoarder cleanouts to heartfelt charity deliveries, they share how empathy, creativity, and a good sense of humor power their work. They dive into what it takes to build a positive team culture under pressure, how their crews turn chaos into calm for clients on some of the most stressful days of their lives, and what they’ve learned from moving everything from thousands of books to a literal truck full of mannequins. (Yep, mannequins.) Plus: growth mindset, moving during tough life transitions, and why everyone should leave their guitar out in the open. Moves, junk jobs, and mission-driven hustle—this one’s heavy in the best way.  🔗https://twomenandatruck.com/movers/oh/columbus [https://twomenandatruck.com/movers/oh/columbus] 📱 @twomencolumbus and @twomenandajunktruck on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok  #RemodelersRoundtable #TrustNari #NARIColumbus #TwoMenAndATruck #TwoMenAndAJunkTruck #MovingLife #JunkRemoval #CharityMoves #GrowthMindset #EmpathyInBusiness #ColumbusOhio #RemodelingSupport #ClientCare