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Contractor Talk with Richie Kidwell

Multipreneur Richie Kidwell answers questions about the mold, restoration, and building damage industry. Listen to everything from services that help homeowners who have suffered from building damage to the latest legislative issues in the restoration industry.

Podcast · By Richie Kidwell · English · Official site

Indexed episodes, last 90 days
7
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Sep 18, 2026
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Jul 17, 2026

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  1. Episode · Sep 18, 2026

    Harnessing AI for Contractors: The JobFlow Advantage (opens the original)

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    In this episode of Contractor Talk, Richie Kidwell and co-host Property Damage Attorney Hans Kennon welcome returning guest Anoop Nayee and Benjamin Witover, founder of JobFlow, to discuss how technology and AI are changing the way service businesses operate and grow. Benjamin explains how JobFlow goes beyond a traditional CRM by bringing estimates, invoices, payments, marketing, and analytics into one platform. The conversation also covers software overload, tracking marketing ROI, pricing, pay

  2. Episode · Sep 11, 2026

    Cracking the Code: Overcoming Insurance Challenges in Florida (opens the original)

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    In this episode of Contractor Talk, Richie Kidwell and Property Damage Attorney Hans Kennon explore the challenges Florida homeowners face from rising insurance premiums, reduced coverage, and policy limitations. Special guest Anoop Nayee introduces Claim Harmony, a free platform that helps homeowners document their property, store important records, receive storm alerts, and stay organized for insurance claims. The discussion covers consumer rights, underpaid claims, AOB concerns, and claim den

  3. Episode · Aug 28, 2026

    Breaking Through Insurance Denials: Secrets to Success (opens the original)

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    In this episode of Contractor Talk, Richie Kidwell and co-host Property Damage Attorney Hans Kennon welcome Bill Riley of Restoration Advisors to discuss how Florida homeowners can navigate insurance claims after hurricanes, fire, and flood losses. Bill shares how Restoration Advisors helps homeowners facing denied or under-deductible claims, confusing estimates, and insurance companies that close claims before all damages are addressed. The conversation covers Hurricane Milton claims, Citizens

  4. Episode · Aug 21, 2026

    The Insider's Guide to Roofing: Quality vs. Cost in Florida (opens the original)

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    In this episode of Contractor Talk, Richie Kidwell and co-host Property Damage Attorney Hans Kennon welcome Carrie Moreau, CEO and Director of Sales & Operations at Certified Best Roofing, to discuss the roofing red flags Florida homeowners should watch for before storm season. Carrie breaks down warning signs of lowball roofing quotes, vague estimates, cheap materials, short warranties, hidden change-order costs, and contracts that may leave homeowners responsible for property damage. The conve

  5. Episode · Jul 28, 2026

    Navigating Insurance Challenges with Florida Restoration Experts (opens the original)

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    In this episode of Contractor Talk, Richie Kidwell and co-host Property Damage Attorney Hans Kennon are joined by Jim Apuzzo of DriRite and public adjuster Sterling Scott of Trust Public Adjusting Group to discuss Florida insurance claims, restoration challenges, and how contractors can avoid costly mistakes during the claims process. The conversation covers low water and mold coverage caps, policy limitations homeowners may not understand, and how insurance company preferred vendor programs can

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