Anthonys Backstory

Meet Anthony: From Sewage Backups to System Design, Solving Home Chaos the Hard Way

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Real Homeowner. Real Chaos. Real Solutions.

Hi, I’m Anthony. Like most homeowners, I bought my first house full of hope, excited to create stability for my family.

What I didn’t expect?

Sewage backing up through the floors.

Unlicensed contractors.

Over $40,000 in damage and a month of displacement—with no help from insurance.

Then came the second wave:

I bought what I thought was a turnkey rental… only to be blocked by HOA restrictions.

That setback sparked a bold pivot: turning the property into a professional-grade recording studio.

What started as a $20K project ballooned into $45K across six months—with specialty soundproofing, electrical redesign, and contractor frustration at every step.

These weren’t just expensive projects.

They were masterclasses in what happens when you don’t have a plan, a system, or the right support.

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From Professional Experience to Practical Wisdom

In my day job, I’ve spent years managing multimillion-dollar healthcare projects—designing and improving systems, solving problems across departments, and making things run better.

But none of that stopped the chaos when my own house turned into a construction site.

I learned—sometimes the hard way—how critical it is to:

  • Vet contractors (not just trust referrals)

  • Budget for 1.5–2x the cost and time

  • Communicate clearly and document everything

  • Plan ahead for risk—not react in panic

That’s why when Jenn and I started comparing notes, we knew something had to change.

Why We Built Homes Built Stronger

We didn’t create HBS because we had perfect projects.

We created it because we’ve each lived the worst-case scenarios.

While Jenn was rebuilding from back-to-back hurricanes, I was handling uninsurable plumbing failures and multi-phase remodels.

We took everything we knew from decades of professional experience and our shared love of clean, effective systems and built something homeowners could actually use:

A proven structure to lead your own home repair or rebuild with less chaos, more clarity, and total confidence.

What I Believe

Owning a home can be overwhelming.

But it can also be deeply rewarding, when you feel in control.

Whether you’re dealing with storm recovery, major repairs, or an ambitious remodel, I want you to have the tools and support I wish I had.

Homes Built Stronger exists to help you:

  • Avoid costly setbacks

  • Lead with clarity—even without a construction background

  • Navigate vendors, quotes, and decisions with less stress

  • Build a home that’s stronger than before—not just repaired

What’s Next?

Let’s make your next phase smoother than your last.

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