# Don’t Gamble on Your Remodel: Lessons from TOP 500 LIVE in Las Vegas

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Podcast: [Remodeling Reinvented](https://stenobird.com/podcast/remodeling-reinvented-7247459)
Published: 2025-11-24T22:33:43+00:00
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## Resource

Recorded on-location at the Qualified Remodeler TOP 500 LIVE Conference , this episode breaks down what homeowners need to know before choosing a remodeling partner. Host, Caitlin Copley shares insights from the nation’s top 0.4% of remodelers —and why stability matters in an industry with 128,187 firms and nearly 15% going out of business each year. Learn the biggest red and green flags when evaluating remodeling companies, why leadership and financial strength matter, and how strong communication, technology, and vendor relationships shape the client experience. Caitlin also shares a practical Homeowner Checklist you can use when researching companies. Design build firm, Jackson Design and Remodeling ranked #128 on the 2025 Qualified Remodeler TOP 500 list and has appeared on the list for many consecutive years, reflecting long-term trust and proven processes. 📄 Download the homeowner checklist mentioned in this episode. Host: Caitlin Copley, Jackson Design and Remodeling

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