Episodes

  • Basement Finishing Cost in 2026

    Basement Finishing Cost in 2026
    Jun 20 2026
    Forget the online calculators. In this episode, we reveal the real 2026 basement finishing cost, breaking down why a quality job now averages $70,000-$95,000 nationally.

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    Read the full guide: https://www.therenology.com/journal/basement-finishing-cost-in-2026-what-homeowners-actually-pay
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  • Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades With the Best 2026 ROI

    Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades With the Best 2026 ROI
    Jun 19 2026
    In this podcast episode, Renology's Mike Reynolds cuts through the noise on energy efficient home upgrades. Learn the three projects with the best 2026 ROI, why the building envelope is everything, and how to sequence your work to maximize savings.

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    Read the full guide: https://www.therenology.com/journal/energy-efficient-home-upgrades-with-the-best-2026-roi
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  • Cost Overruns: Why Every Renovation Hits Them

    Cost Overruns: Why Every Renovation Hits Them
    Jun 18 2026
    In this episode, Renology's Sarah Chen breaks down why nearly half of all renovations go over budget and provides a clear strategy for controlling costs, from asking the right questions to building a resilient budget.

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    Read the full guide: https://www.therenology.com/journal/cost-overruns-why-every-renovation-hits-them-and-how-to-cap-yours
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  • Add a Second Story or Build Out? The 2026 Cost

    Add a Second Story or Build Out? The 2026 Cost
    Jun 17 2026
    Is it cheaper to build up or out? This 2026 cost comparison breaks down the numbers, revealing why a second-story addition can cost 30-50% more per square foot than a ground-floor expansion.

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    Read the full guide: https://www.therenology.com/journal/add-a-second-story-or-build-out-the-2026-cost-comparison
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  • Permit Pulled or Cash Job: When Each One Is the Right Choice

    Permit Pulled or Cash Job: When Each One Is the Right Choice
    Jun 16 2026
    Most homeowners see permits as a costly hassle. That's a mistake. We break down the real numbers, risks, and trade-offs of permitted work versus a 'cash job,' and give you a clear framework to protect your home's value and safety.

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    Read the full guide: https://www.therenology.com/journal/permit-pulled-or-cash-job-when-each-one-is-the-right-choice
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  • The 9 Most Common Home Renovation Mistakes

    The 9 Most Common Home Renovation Mistakes
    Jun 9 2026
    Don't let your project become a statistic. Maria Santos breaks down the nine costliest home renovation mistakes and the specific, actionable steps to avoid them before the first hammer swings.

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    Read the full guide: https://www.therenology.com/journal/the-9-most-common-home-renovation-mistakes-homeowners-still-make
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  • Fixer-Upper or Move-In Ready: The 2026 Math That Decides It

    Fixer-Upper or Move-In Ready: The 2026 Math That Decides It
    Jun 1 2026
    Is a fixer-upper a smart investment or a financial trap? We break down the 2026 math, comparing project risk vs. market risk to help you decide.

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    Read the full guide: https://www.therenology.com/journal/fixer-upper-or-move-in-ready-the-2026-math-that-decides-it
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  • How a Bathroom Remodel Actually Hits $25,000 in 2026, Line by Line

    How a Bathroom Remodel Actually Hits $25,000 in 2026, Line by Line
    May 31 2026
    A typical full bathroom remodel now costs between $24,000 and $28,000 nationally. We break down the bathroom remodel cost line by line, from labor to what's hidden in your walls.

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    Read the full guide: https://www.therenology.com/journal/how-a-bathroom-remodel-actually-hits-25000-in-2026-line-by-line
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