#4: Planning for a Successful Remodeling Project

If you have ever been interested or are curious to know what it is like to hire or work with an Architect, we have got you covered on this episode. We talk with Franco Albarran with Albarran Architects based out of Houston, TX and discuss his story and his approach to design and building. We talk about some obstacles to avoid in order for projects to run smoother as well as his unique ability to also serve as the builder and general contractor for his projects!Follow Franco Albarran and Albarran Architects here:https://www.facebook.com/albarranarchitectshttps://www.instagram.com/albarranarchitects/You can always follow us and our daily adventures here:Frank Lujan: Instagram.com/frank_buildsInez Lujan: Instagram.com/inez_buildsCanopy Unlimited:Instagram.com/canopyunlimitedwww.canopyunlimited.comRemember to subscribe and feel free to message us with any questions!Music By: D Fine UsSong: Howling at the Moon

John Gioffre of Revent Remodeling & Construction joins me to discuss his journey into the high end remodeling market working in Austin, TX. We discuss some of his current and past projects as well as some advice to homeowners and contractors on how to pull off a successful remodel. You will appreciate his straight forward approach and some hard truths about the industry and how to apply that towards your next project.You can find him and his stories here:Facebook: Business: facebook.com/revent_buildsInstagram: Business: instagram.com/revent_builds Personal: instagram.com/johngiofYou can always follow us and our daily adventures here:Frank Lujan: Instagram.com/frank_buildsInez Lujan: Instagram.com/inez_buildsCanopy Unlimited: Instagram.com/canopyunlimitedwww.canopyunlimited.comRemember to subscribe and feel free to message us with any questions!

We go down the path of advising on when or if it is a good idea of paying for an estimate on for your next remodeling project. We discuss a real estimate and design consultation that took place and the advice we provided a homeowner for a home she is in the process of purchasing as well as remodeling after she and her family moves in. You can always follow us and our daily adventures here:Frank Lujan: Instagram.com/frank_buildsInez Lujan: Instagram.com/inez_buildsCanopy Unlimited: Instagram.com/canopyunlimitedwww.canopyunlimited.comRemember to subscribe and feel free to message us with any questions!

We discuss the steps needed during your planning stage of any remodeling project and how to approach each one. Based on our experience and what has worked best for our clients and us, we layout a step by step process that will help avoid pitfalls and help plant seeds to get your ideal remodeling projectFrank Lujan: Instagram.com/frank_buildsInez Lujan: Instagram.com/inez_buildsCanopy Unlimited: Instagram.com/canopyunlimited www.canopyunlimited.com

We bring on Christian and Kasey with Klass Act Property Solutions who are a Houston based contractor that work exclusively with real estate investors. We discuss some challenges and rewards in working and growing your contracting business working with new and seasoned investors. We discuss his journey getting to where he is and his plan for growth as well as how he plans to accomplish that. This is a great opportunity to hear the process from a team that is behind the scenes making it happen. Klass Act on Facebook: facebook.com/klassactCanopy Unlimited: Facebook - facebook.com/canopyunlimited Instagram - instagram.com/canopyunlimitedFrank Lujan: Facebook - facebook.com/frankbuilds Instagram - instagram.com/frank_builds

In this episode, I bring on Oscar Casas who is a lifelong friend of mine to discuss his past and future projects from the point of view of a homeowner. We discuss his success and some regrets on his past projects, purchasing a home and tackling new ones. This is part 1 of a series of interviews as we track the progress of his homes. You can find some of his pictures and videos on his Instagram Page to follow along!Oscar Casas: Instagram.com/potente44Frank Lujan: Instagram.com/frank_buildsCanopy Unlimited: Instagram.com/canopyunlimited

Welcome to our podcast! On this episode, we discuss a little bit about who we are, why we started our remodeling company, and who will find value to our podcast. We discuss a bit on different topics that we will be discussing in the future and invite you to join and ask questions!Frank Lujan: Instagram.com/frank_buildsInez Lujan: Instagram.com/inez_buildsCanopy Unlimited: Instagram.com/canopyunlimited