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What does it take to transform from a carpenter into a successful remodeling business owner? Chris Mousley, founder of Crossbeam Builders, shares his 15-year journey of building a thriving custom home and remodeling company in Park City, Utah — all while maintaining the craftsmanship and client relationships that matter most.
In this episode, Chris reveals the systems, strategies, and hard-earned lessons that took his business from a bootstrap startup to a company handling luxury remodels and multi-million dollar custom homes.
Guest Bio: Chris Mousley is the founder of Crossbeam Builders, a custom home and luxury remodeling company based in Park City, Utah. Since 2010, Chris has built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship paired with transparent communication and client-focused service. His company serves the resort community with projects ranging from high-end bathroom remodels to multi-million dollar custom homes.
Show Notes with Timestamps:
[00:00] Introduction and welcome
[00:29] Chris's background and founding Crossbeam Builders in 2010
[00:58] The service vs. craftsmanship paradox in construction
[02:00] Why client relationships matter as much as the end product
[02:28] Building a business around connection and service
[04:29] What successful projects look like: high fives and five stars
[06:11] Early painful lessons: end-of-project negotiations
[07:01] The importance of setting boundaries with clients
[08:23] Biggest risks in the first five years
[08:49] Bootstrap startup challenges and cash flow management
[09:43] The $40K lesson: having financial lifelines
[11:18] Transitioning from technician to systems thinker
[12:13] Implementing QuickBooks and early business systems
[12:45] Learning about Gantt charts and project scheduling
[14:14] The biggest game-changer: transparent scheduling
[15:15] The power of daily logs and documentation
[17:03] Maintaining quality across diverse project types
[18:20] Managing remote projects through technology
[19:42] The importance of owning problems and finding solutions
[20:26] Key metrics: job costing and overhead understanding
[22:09] Adopting new technology and AI in the business
[23:20] Using AI for research and client communication
[24:50] Challenges with adopting
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