The Chicks in Construction Podcast
The Chicks in Construction Podcast
Podcast Description
With over 20 years of experience in construction host Mikki Paradis is pulling back the curtain of the world of construction, sharing sage advice, ridiculous antics, personal experiences and stories shared by others to help the average homeowner or future homeowner navigate the world of construction with a different perspective.
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The podcast focuses on various themes within the construction industry, including contractor experiences, homeowner tips, and industry innovations. Episodes like 'How a Bad GC Turned a Mold Mess into a Disaster' explore real-life construction challenges, emphasizing moisture management and the impact of mold on health, while also highlighting the newest solutions in waterproofing technology.
You plan your renovation with excitement, trust your contractor, and hope for the best…until things start going sideways. That’s when most homeowners realize they didn’t know what they didn’t know.
From permits that were never pulled to “contractors” who ghost after demo day, the construction world can feel like a maze of hidden costs and shady shortcuts. Too many homeowners end up confused, overwhelmed, and out of a lot of money.
The Chicks in Construction Podcast is here to change that. Hosted by Mikki Paradis, a licensed general contractor with 20+ years of experience, and Jess Abreu, a homeowner turned construction content creator, this show breaks down real renovation horror stories and teaches you how to protect your time, money, and home.
After building a multimillion-dollar drywall business and helping countless homeowners recover from construction nightmares, Mikki is on a mission to make sure you go into your next project informed, not blindsided. And Jess brings the perspective of someone who’s been in your shoes and now knows exactly what questions to ask.
Submit Your Construction Horror Story: https://chicksinconstruction.com/
Mikki Paradis and Jessica Abreu break down why home warranties often fail homeowners: denial loopholes, code upgrade exclusions, long delays, and contractors you can’t choose. They share horror stories including a mismatched HVAC replacement that forced costly auxiliary heat and a technician caught going through a homeowner’s underwear drawer. Alternatives include thorough inspections, maintenance plans, and building a repair emergency fund.
00:00 Creepy Contractor Story
00:46 Podcast Intro and Outfit Talk
01:47 Home Builder Show Recap
02:53 Vegas Chaos and Temu Elmo
05:42 Sticker Shock at the Expo
07:20 Orlando Traffic Meltdown
09:04 Home Warranties Are a Scam
10:50 What Warranties Claim to Cover
13:16 How Claims Get Denied
17:05 Code Updates and Aging Loopholes
20:12 You Don’t Pick the Contractor
21:38 HVAC Horror Story Begins
25:44 Warranty HVAC Scam
28:01 Why Contractors Cut Corners
29:17 Claims Delays No Coverage
31:21 Not Insurance Arbitration
38:11 Are Warranties Ever Worth
43:43 Safety Risks Bad Techs
46:42 Smarter Alternatives Inspections
51:15 Emergency Fund Maintenance Plans
56:03 Final Takeaways Call To Action
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