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Production master Tim Faller, along with his co-host Steve Wheeler, bring you this weekly podcast dedicated to helping you increase productivity and improve job quality. Every week Tim and Steve share in-depth interviews with industry business experts, elite production managers, lead carpenters, and…

The Tim Faller Show


    • Sep 30, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 35m AVG DURATION
    • 297 EPISODES

    4.9 from 45 ratings Listeners of The Tim Faller Show that love the show mention: remodeling, tim, steve, production, great podcast, topics, love.


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    The Tim Faller Show podcast is a valuable resource for anyone in the remodeling industry or those looking to learn more about the production side of the business. I initially stumbled upon this podcast while searching for a specific topic, and it quickly became a regular part of my daily routine. Whether I'm commuting to work, working out, or even gardening, there's always something new to learn and gain insights from.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its focus on the production side of the business. The hosts, Tim and Steve, bring great energy to each episode and cover a wide range of topics that are relevant and useful for anyone involved in building a successful remodeling business. They consistently invite guests who offer fresh perspectives, stories, and insights from the remodeling world. This makes every episode educational and uplifting, leaving listeners with practical knowledge they can implement in their own businesses.

    Another great aspect is the depth of knowledge shared by Tim and his guests. As someone who has been in the industry for many years, Tim brings a wealth of experience and expertise to each conversation. From tips on improving your production department to advice on growing a successful company, there is always something valuable to take away from each episode. The variety of guests ensures that different perspectives are represented, making this podcast well-rounded and informative.

    While it's hard to find any major drawbacks to this podcast, one minor criticism could be that some episodes may not apply directly to certain individuals in the industry. For example, as a roofing contractor, I may not find every topic discussed applicable to my specific field. However, this is easily mitigated by choosing episodes that are more relevant or simply skipping those that may not directly align with my interests.

    In conclusion, The Tim Faller Show podcast is an exceptional resource for those in the remodeling industry or anyone interested in learning more about the production side of the business. With its focus on education and training from experienced professionals, it offers valuable insights that can help contractors grow a more successful company. Whether you're a seasoned production manager or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to build a thriving remodeling business.



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    Latest episodes from The Tim Faller Show

    Live From Summit! The Final Episode of The Tim Faller Show – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E27

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 35:15


    Today's episode of The Tim Faller Show is a special one—it's our annual live recording at Summit and, poignantly, the final episode of the podcast. In this memorable send-off, host Tim Faller is joined by Greg and returning co-host Steve Wheeler for a heartfelt conversation. Together, they reflect on Tim's remarkable career, the journey of...

    Production in a Large Remodeling Firm with Bruce Case – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 30:29


    Most remodeling companies are small businesses with simple structures, and team building can be difficult. Imagine the challenges of building a real team with more than 70 people in the field and an almost equal number working in the office.  In this episode, Bruce Case talks to Tim and Steve about what it takes to...

    Hiring a Trade Contractor to be a Production Manager with August Bergdahl – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 36:02


    With business booming and companies growing, one of the questions a lot of remodelers find themselves asking is, “Where can I find a good Production Manager?”  It is hard to find people that can do this very difficult role, and this episode will continue to look at this role in a company and who may...

    Getting the Numbers Right! With Margaret Cormode and Josh Radford – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 44:24


    Across the country, companies are increasingly empowering project managers to review budgets and the entire project packet before the client's final sign-off. This practice varies widely—some companies conduct a review only after the job is sold, while others do it beforehand but may not allocate enough time. In many cases, project managers are simply asked...

    Production in Insurance Restoration with Mike Carey – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 40:51


    Restoring a home after a catastrophe like a fire or flood is fairly specialized, not something most remodeling companies do. There are different challenges, like dealing with insurance companies and payouts, so these companies have different perspectives on production. Mike Carey has worked in insurance restoration for 25 years, as well as doing residential remodeling...

    Transitioning from Carpenter to Business Owner with Jared Thayer – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 35:16


    Some remodelers want to stay small… just do the work themselves, avoid the challenges that managing a team can bring and just “build things.” However, there are those that embrace the challenge of building their companies, wear all the hats, and make the transition from Carpenter to Business Owner successfully. Tim and Steve welcome Jared...

    Using a Talent Management Test for Hiring with Ben Reynolds – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 36:11


    The hiring process is a big challenge for, well, all of us.   One way to assist in this process is by having a good set of interview questions, and the skills to actively listen to the responses given.  Without these tools, you may find yourself later on wondering how you missed red flags in an...

    Controlling the Flow of Jobs Using a Master Schedule with Aaron Enfinger – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 32:46


    You don't need a crystal ball to look into the future for your Production Department. A master schedule can give you a predictable look at what's to come, backed up by solid data.  Tim and Steve get insight from Aaron Enfinger, Chief Operations Officer of The Cleary Company. Aaron joined the Columbus, Ohio, design/build remodeling company as...

    Active Listening in the Job Interview with Christine Miles – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 36:58


    In the interview process, actively listening is key. But how? And how do we change if we “really need someone”? Then, of course, there are all the other times that when we look back at a difficult situation, whether a client or an employee, we see all the signs of the challenge were there, but...

    Controlling Scope Creep With Sales Change Orders with Will Giesey – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 35:47


    There's a traditional divide between Sales and Production. It's always a challenge — they have different goals, processes, and personalities. Typically, Production is left out of the conversation when it comes to scope creep, leading to delays and change orders during construction — and disgruntled clients. Will Giesey and his team are changing that situation...

    Choosing Estimating Software with Jef Forward – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 39:05


    Estimating accurately is critical to the success of any remodeling business. As you grow your business or hand off estimating to an employee, having the right system in place is paramount. It can feel like an overwhelming decision — there's so much software available. The wrong decision will cost you lost revenue, but even worse...

    Managing Growth Effectively with Kevin Schultz – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 37:18


    There are many things that can destroy a company. Recession, pandemics, and yes, even growth; especially, if the growth occurs with no planning or control. In the past few years, our economy, and our industry, have grown significantly, and many companies have struggled to keep up. Growth is usually controlled by the amount that a...

    Breaking Down Barriers: Women In Construction with Peyton Atchison and Solveig Haugland – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 44:21


    The Tim Faller Show aims to shine a spotlight on the diverse efforts within the remodeling industry. Today, we are joined by two accomplished production managers, Peyton Atchison and Solveig Haugland, as they share their inspiring journeys to becoming project managers. Peyton is a project manager at Adams Company, a women-owned and operated remodeling firm...

    The Dumpster Stops Here! Strategies for Keeping Clients Happy with Vaughn Royer – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E24

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 34:10


    Imagine you've just finished a job, and as you move the dumpster, it damages the client's driveway. On the Tim Faller Show today, Vaughn Royer shares his strategies for keeping clients happy by taking steps to prevent these giant steel containers from causing any property damage. Vaughn Royer is the Production Manager at Caine+ Company...

    Part 2 of Español Track at JLC Live with Paola Enriquez – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E23

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024


    Today on The Tim Faller Show, an exciting conversation with Paola Enriquez. This is part 2 of the engaging discussion that Tim and Greg had with her on Season 5 Episode 3. In the previous episode, Paola talked about the upcoming Spanish-speaking training at JLC Live. Now, Paola will share her thoughts on how the...

    How to Make Sure the Client Knows What They're Getting with Chris Landis – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 32:42


    Do you have a way to be sure that your clients understand the scope and plans of the services you offer? Simply asking for their signature on future plans does not necessarily guarantee that they understand what it is they are signing.  Like many of the topics discussed on this show, there is no magic...

    Enriching Trade Schools Through Industry Partnerships with Gregg Helmich – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E22

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 45:59


    The future of remodeling hinges on the next generation of skilled workers. Tim has previously engaged with teachers who mentor young people in the trades. Our guest today, Gregg Helmich, is one such teacher. Gregg has been instrumental in working closely with students in the trades and has employed unique industry partnerships to enhance the...

    A Chat with “The Mexican Carpenter” on Spanish Content at JLC Live with David Parraguirre – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E21

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 40:48


    Today on the Tim Faller Show, Tim and Greg are joined by David Parraquirre, a presenter at JLC Live this year. They discuss the abundance of skilled craftsmen in the Latino world, particularly in the metro areas where many sub trades comprise diverse cultures. David also provides a recap of the JLC Live Spanish Speaking...

    Talking About Constraint Management with Chris Peterson – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 31:19


    The production professionals that we work with in our Roundtables Peer Group Program for Production Managers are creatively solving problems and finding new ways to manage jobs. Whether it is motivating their teams, finding new way to drive profit or measuring dollars with a new metric, sometimes we just hear about a cool idea. During our fall...

    The Basics of Real Change with Doug Howard – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 38:19


    Change can be very elusive. Podcasts, seminars, books, classes, webinars, virtual classes all give us great ideas for improving processes. But how many actually take root and become what we do as a regular habit or process?  Maybe we just don't know how to change, so we substitute other activities.  In a recent training, guest...

    The Secret to Successful Bonuses and Incentives with Doug Panozzo – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 38:50


    Today on the Tim Faller Show, Doug Panozzo joins the show. Doug shares the many facets of incentives and ways he has been successful in motivating his team. Doug is the production manager at Hogan Design and Construction and joined their team in 2017 after several years managing projects for a technology company.  He brings leadership, communication,...

    Production System Shifts with Tim Faller and Steve Wheeler- [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 44:19


    Today on the Tim Faller Show, Tim and Steve go solo to discuss production system shifts and the changing world of the lead carpenter and project manager. Tim talks about the most significant challenge facing the remodeling industry: increasing sales with the lack of skilled labor. The challenge comes from controlling growth with a limited...

    Bridging the Gap: Collaborative Approaches to Industry Education with Jake Carter – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E20

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 41:36


    On today's episode of the Tim Faller Show, Jake Carter is a guest to discuss how the construction industry can address the challenges of a shortage of skilled trades workers and a lack of training opportunities. Jake advocates for a collaborative approach within local communities, with support from regional and/or national partners. Many local Home...

    The Importance of Gender Inclusion with Emma Kraft – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 33:18


    We welcome guest Emma Kraft to the show to discuss the struggles of bridging the gap in a male-dominated field as both a woman and a daughter.   Emma Kraft is the President of Kraft Custom Construction, Inc., located in Salem, Oregon.  The company was started by Emma's father, Robert Kraft, in 1982. In 2001, he...

    Hiring an Estimator with Chris Fox – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 37:31


    We are pleased to welcome Chris Fox today to discuss the process of hiring an estimator in the remodeling industry. Chris Fox is the Sales and Design Manager at Fox Home Innovations located in Manhattan, Kansas. As the company's Director of Design and Sales, Chris is heavily involved with the management of all design projects...

    The Art of Teaching with Paul Cardis – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 37:58


    Today on the Tim Faller Show, Paul Cardis of ON3, joins the show to discuss the enormous challenge of proper staffing in the remodeling industry and how proper education, teaching, and coaching can expand the pool of qualified employees and help you retain current ones. Paul states that one of the most effective methods of “training” is to...

    Preconstruction with an Independent Designer with Sarah Walker – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E19

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 39:48


    In today's competitive business world, preconstruction is a crucial process that can make or break a company's success. Tim and Greg, in their numerous podcasts, have shared valuable insights on how companies can achieve better results by improving their preconstruction process. One of the key factors, they point out, is having in-house designers, which allows...

    The CG&S Way with Sara Hadden and Nathan Morris – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E18

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 37:04


    Nathan Morris and Sara Hadden, seasoned professionals from CG&S Design Build, have crafted a unique approach to processes that helps management control the way things are done, named the CG&S Way. Tim and Greg delve into the origins of this innovative system and how these experts garnered widespread acceptance. Sara Hadden is the Design Manager...

    A New Twist on the 4-Day Work Week with Erich Van Cleave – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E17

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 26:27


    The four-day workweek is becoming a popular trend for companies, especially with the younger generation joining the workforce. While there are arguments for and against this idea, today's episode features Erich Van Cleave discussing how his company has given a unique twist to the four-day workweek. Tune in to discover how this approach can benefit...

    Calculating Capacity in Production with Chris Peterson – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E16

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 41:23


    Determining the right amount of work for a company can be a challenging task. The industry has tried to define it, but each company has different budgets and employees who may not work at the same pace. Additionally, the completeness of job packets or job information provided by sales/designers can vary greatly in any company....

    The Whiteboard: Onsite Visual Communication with Tim Faller and Greg Woleck – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E15

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 30:52


    In a world where technology is constantly evolving, it's easy to overlook the power of traditional communication tools. Take the humble whiteboard, for example. It may seem outdated, but it's actually a highly effective tool for remodeling companies. Tim and Greg discuss why whiteboards could be a good choice for any team looking to communicate...

    Capacity Beyond Demand with Chris Fox – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E14

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 42:48


    On today's episode of The Tim Faller Show, Chris Fox is joining us as the guest to talk about the concept of Capacity Beyond Demand. In order to maintain a good budget and client experience, it is important to determine the capacity of each department, as having an over-capacity department can lead to a decrease...

    Going From Employee to Being the Owner with Ray Hornsby – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E13

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 33:22


    During Episode 21, Tim had a conversation with Ray Hornsby about his journey from being a Lead Carpenter to becoming a Production Manager. Ray is among the few who have successfully made this transition. He has moved up the growth track and is now the proud owner of Hopkins and Porter Construction located in Potomac,...

    Scheduling From Sales Through Completion with Eric Bain – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 32:30


    Scheduling has been a challenge for everyone over the last few years. Scheduling individual jobs is a challenge by itself but adding the sales design process, the job set up, and then the job itself makes the challenge grow exponentially. Getting the sales design process scheduled is a growing trend in an effort to more...

    Family Matters Part 2: Firing Family! with Craig Deimler – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E12

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 35:41


    Continuing last week's episode, Join Tim, Greg, and Craig Deimler as they delve into the sensitive topic of firing family members. Learn about the common reasons why letting go of a relative may become necessary and discover invaluable tips from Craig on how to evaluate their performance impartially. Craig also gives advice on how to...

    Family Matters Part 1: Hiring Family – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E11

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 37:31


    Family members can sometimes bring valuable skills to a company that can help improve it. However, in some cases, it can be seen as favoritism by the owner (usually a parent), who tries to get their son, daughter, or spouse to take on a role without having the necessary skills or qualifications. While hiring family...

    Onboarding a New Team Member with Geoff Clark – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E10

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 36:09


    On today's episode of the Tim Faller Show, Geoff Clark will join us to talk about the topic of onboarding new hires. He will share the story of how he and the team at Mac Renovations decided to improve their old hiring process and will walk us through the new onboarding process they have implemented....

    Design and Production: Can we really get along? with Morgan Thomas and Candice Rania – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 45:36


    On this episode of The Tim Faller Show, Candice Rania and Morgan Thomas join the show to answer the question: Can design and production get along? While the production and design teams have the same overall goal of completing a project that will delight their clients, they do it differently. Morgan and Candice talk about...

    Client Experience: It's what they feel, not what we do! – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 38:52


    On this episode of the Tim Faller Show, Tim and Steve discuss the client experience and how to turn clients into raving fans. The client experience is all about how the client feels and not what you do. Tim differentiates the customer service a company provides from how clients perceive that service. Not only do...

    A Fond Farewell with Steve Wheeler – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E9

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2023 35:14


    On today's episode of the Tim Faller Show, we say goodbye to Steve Wheeler, who has been a Co-Host of the show since its inception. Steve shares his journey in the remodeling industry and how he started his own company. Additionally, Steve takes a trip down memory lane, reflecting on his time spent being part...

    Getting to Know Our New Co-host with Greg Woleck – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E8

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 27:30


    We are thrilled to introduce our new co-host, Greg Woleck! As most of you may already know, Tim Faller will be retiring in September of 2024. Therefore, Greg will be joining us as a co-host and will eventually take over the podcast after Tim's retirement. In this episode, Greg talks about his background in production...

    Change Orders: Getting the Coding Right with Trevor Robertson – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E7

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 31:17


    On today's episode of the Tim Faller Show, we welcome Trevor Robertson from Innovative Design Build, who will talk about how he uses change orders and how they are coded for cost accounting. Trevor is the Project Manager who oversees the process and communicates the changes with the accounting team. He will also discuss how...

    The Value of Purchase Orders with Ian Schwandt – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E6

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 35:07


    On today's episode of the Tim Faller Show, Tim and Steve are joined by Ian Schwandt to discuss the importance of purchase orders. Although purchase orders have been in use for a long time and are widely used in commercial construction, they are now being increasingly utilized in residential construction as well. Ian sheds light...

    Rebuilding the Pre-Construction Process with Dan Zimmerman and Dan Purnell – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E5

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 46:15


    One of the most challenging parts of construction is getting the preconstruction part of the job right. Today, on the Tim Faller Show, Dan Purnell and Dan Zimmerman join the show to talk about how they rebuilt this process at Alloy Workshop. Dan and Dan go through some of the red flags they saw before...

    Scheduling to Overhead with Billy Dodd – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E4

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 35:30


    Today, on the Tim Faller Show, Billy Dodd shares his insights on accounting for overhead costs in projects based on the expected time of completion for each project. Billy explains how his team uses this approach to manage overhead and execute projects efficiently. He also highlights how he applies the same principles to multiple projects...

    An Español Track at JLC Live! with Paola Enriquez – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 30:41


    On today's episode of the Tim Faller Show, Tim and Steve have a special guest, Paola Enriquez, who talks about a new track at JLC Live. Starting in March 2024, Spanish-speaking workers and owners can access education in their native language at the En Espanol track. This will be presented in Spanish rather than interpreted....

    Hiring a PM That’s Never Swung a Hammer with Alison McLennan and Marsha Hanna – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 30:03


    The Tim Faller Show live from Summit! Alison McLennan and Marsha Hanna joined Tim and Steve on stage for a discussion. Alison talked about how McLennan Contracting hired Marsha as a Project Manager, who didn't have any carpentry experience. However, Marsha's non-construction skills made her an excellent choice for the role. They also discuss what...

    Gross Profit per Day with Dan Purnell – [The Tim Faller Show] S5 E1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 34:37


    Today, the Tim Faller Show welcomes Dan Purnell as a guest. Dan will be discussing how his team at Alloy Workshop utilizes GP/Day. He explains what GP is and how Alloy Workshop uses it as a measuring tool. Moreover, Dan differentiates GP/Day from other metrics and its impact on the department. Dan Purnell is a...

    The 5 Statements You Should Not Make with Tim Faller and Steve Wheeler – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 38:58


    What we say is a reflection of what we think, and as clinical counselors will tell you, what we think will dictate how we act. So, how we act will of course dictate success.  Following this logic, words are very powerful factors in our success.  But do we pay attention to those words?  We tend...

    The Art of Estimating with Geno Arroyo – [Best of The Tim Faller Show]

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2023 43:02


    Today on the Tim Faller Show, Geno Arroyo joins the show to discuss successful estimating. Geno goes through his process as an estimator for each project from start to finish. Suppose you want a more in-depth breakdown of his methods, including getting labor costs right, then you must attend Remodelers Advantage's Art of Estimating masterclass....

    When Construction Meets Technology with Eric Fortenberry – [The Tim Faller Show] S4 E21

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 44:07


    Today on the Tim Faller Show, Tim and Steve talk to Eric Fortenberry, the Founder, and CEO of JobTread Software. While working as a CEO for a General Contracting company, Eric built the first version of JobTread due to the broken processes at the company. Eric gives insights on how he turned the company around...

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