Hi, I’m Coleen!
For years, I’ve had a front-row seat to the remodeling world while helping run my husband's construction business. I’ve watched projects come together beautifully, and I’ve also seen the moments when homeowners feel overwhelmed by the decisions, costs, and unexpected surprises that can come with a renovation. I have been the client and assisted my husband, DK, the general contractor, as we have remodeled and built our own homes these last 45+ years.
Over time, friends, neighbors, and clients began asking the same questions:
What should we know before we start?
How do we avoid expensive mistakes?
What does the process really look like?
After answering those questions again and again, AND going through our years of doing this to our own homes, I realized something important. Most homeowners begin remodeling with plenty of inspiration, but very little practical guidance.
So I started writing about it.
The blog became a place to share the real story of remodeling; the good, the bad, and yes, sometimes the truly ugly parts of taking on a renovation. Along the way, I realized that I had decades of experience as a client and working alongside my husband that could help homeowners approach their projects with far more confidence.
That’s how Your Remodeling Coach was born.
I have created resources for homeowners who are considering, planning, or already tackling a renovation project.
Whether you’re working with a contractor or taking the DIY route, the most valuable thing you can bring to your project is information. Your Remodeling Coach exists to provide exactly that. I am a trusted voice offering practical resources, planning tools, and real-world insights designed to help you navigate the remodeling process and end up with a space you truly love.