The Culture Catalyst: Building the #1 Best Workplace in Construction

What sets Home Genius Exteriors apart from its competitors is not simply the quality of its products or services — though these are undeniably excellent — but rather the intentional cultivation of a workplace culture where employees thrive, grow, and feel genuinely valued. This commitment to culture excellence earned the company the coveted #1 position on the Fortune Best Workplaces in Construction™ list for 2025, marking its third appearance on this prestigious ranking in recent years.

During the Q4 Launch celebration, employees from across the organization were brought together to recognize achievements, celebrate milestones, and reinforce the values that make Home Genius Exteriors a destination employer. Team members spoke passionately about their experiences working for the company, emphasizing genuine leadership, career growth opportunities, and a family-like atmosphere that extends beyond typical corporate environments.

“We really invest in our team because we understand that our people are our competitive advantage,” explained Jeff Gunhus in recent industry commentary. “When you build a culture where employees feel respected, challenged to grow, and genuinely cared for, they deliver exceptional results for customers. This isn’t a business strategy — it’s the foundation of everything we do.”

The results speak for themselves. Home Genius Exteriors has achieved industry-leading employee retention, with team members expressing strong loyalty and pride in their work. The company’s approach to culture-building demonstrates that sustainable business growth is fundamentally rooted in human connection, respect, and shared purpose.

Leadership With Purpose: Jeff Gunhus and the Power100 #5 Recognition

Jeff Gunhus, Co-Founder and CEO of Home Genius Exteriors, embodies the leadership qualities that Power100 celebrates: visionary thinking, authentic commitment to employees and customers, community engagement, and measurable business results. His recognition as one of the nation’s top five home improvement industry CEOs for 2026 reflects more than just financial success — it represents a holistic approach to business leadership that prioritizes excellence across every dimension.

Gunhus’s leadership journey demonstrates resilience and strategic adaptability. Throughout his entrepreneurial career, he has navigated market challenges with conviction and creativity, always returning to core principles: quality work, customer-first service, and employee empowerment. Under his guidance, Home Genius Exteriors has not only achieved significant financial milestones but has also earned prestigious industry certifications and awards that validate the company’s commitment to excellence.

Jeff Gunhus’s approach to leadership emphasizes hands-on engagement and genuine relationships with his team. Rather than leading from a distance, he maintains direct connection to the organization’s culture, regularly engaging with employees at all levels, listening to their feedback, and demonstrating through action that their contributions matter. This authentic, accessible leadership style fosters a culture of trust and psychological safety — the foundation of high-performing organizations.

Key Leadership Principles Driving Success:

1. People First: Recognizing that employee engagement and satisfaction directly correlate to customer satisfaction and business growth
2. Quality Without Compromise: Maintaining rigorous standards for workmanship, materials, and customer experience across all markets
3. Community Impact: Extending the company’s influence beyond jobsites through The Home Genius Cares program, which supports the communities served
4. Continuous Innovation: Leveraging cutting-edge technology for thorough home inspections and customer communication
5. Sustainable Growth: Building the business on a foundation of referrals and repeat customers rather than unsustainable acquisition tactics
   

Industry Recognition and Achievement: A Track Record of Excellence

Home Genius Exteriors’ rise to prominence in the home improvement industry is validated through numerous prestigious awards and recognitions:

1. #1 Best Workplace in Construction (Fortune, 2025) — A recognition of exceptional workplace culture
2. BBB A+ Rating — Reflecting consistent customer satisfaction and ethical business practices
3. Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor — Reserved for the top 0.03% of contractors in the nation
4. Owens Corning Top of the House Certified Contractor — Demonstrating expertise in residential roofing
5. CertainTeed 5-Star Contractor — Validation of installation quality and service excellence
6. James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor — Recognizing exceptional siding installation capabilities
7. HomeAdvisor Elite Services Award — Reflecting consistent customer satisfaction and professionalism
8. Angi Super Service Award — Honoring commitment to quality service and customer care
9. Qualified Remodeler Top 500 (No. 66) — Positioning Home Genius Exteriors among the nation’s leading remodeling firms

These recognitions collectively demonstrate that Home Genius Exteriors operates at the highest standards across quality, customer service, and employee satisfaction — the trifecta of sustainable business success.

The Q4 Launch: A Celebration of Milestones and Team Achievement

The Q4 Launch event served as a powerful moment to celebrate $100 million in revenue — a milestone that reflects years of strategic growth, operational excellence, and unwavering commitment to customer and employee success. Throughout the event, Power100 conducted interviews with employees across the organization, capturing authentic reflections on company culture, leadership, and career satisfaction.

Team Testimonials: Voices From the Organization

The most compelling evidence of Home Genius Exteriors’ culture excellence comes from the voices of the team members themselves. During Power100 interviews at the Q4 Launch, employees at all levels of the organization expressed remarkable enthusiasm and pride:

Rusty, Sales Representative: When asked by Power100’s Greg Cummings how many of the promises made on day one have held true to this day, Rusty responded with unequivocal confidence: “100%.” This response encapsulates the alignment between leadership messaging and lived experience that characterizes truly excellent organizations.

Tim Dunphy, Chief Growth Officer: As the officer responsible for driving company expansion and strategic initiatives, Tim Dunphy’s participation in the Q4 Launch reflected the hands-on involvement of senior leadership in celebrating team achievements and reinforcing company values.

Additional interviews with employees across departments — from sales representatives to project managers, from customer care specialists to analytics team members — consistently revealed themes of genuine appreciation for leadership, career growth opportunities, and pride in delivering exceptional customer experiences.

The authenticity of these testimonials, offered openly during independent Power100 interviews, provides unvarnished evidence that Home Genius Exteriors’ culture claims are rooted in reality rather than marketing narrative.

Strategic Partnerships and Industry Leadership

Home Genius Exteriors’ prominence extends beyond the company itself to encompass strategic partnerships with leading industry organizations and suppliers. The Q4 Launch event brought together key partners including:

1. Angi (formerly Angie’s List) — The leading platform for connecting customers with home service professionals
2. Owens Corning — A global building materials industry leader specializing in roofing, insulation, and composites
3. ABC Supply — A leading distributor of roofing, siding, and other building materials
4. Ronald McDonald House Charities — Community partners in the company’s charitable initiatives

These partnerships reflect Home Genius Exteriors’ integration into the broader home improvement ecosystem and validate the company’s reputation as a trusted, premier contractor. The presence of executives from these organizations at the Q4 Launch event underscored their confidence in and commitment to their relationship with Home Genius Exteriors.

Why Home Genius Exteriors and Jeff Gunhus Rise in the Power100 Rankings

Power100’s proprietary evaluation system is designed to celebrate authentic leadership, measurable results, and impact — not merely size or status. Unlike rankings that rely on self-submission or paid placement, Power100 independently assesses organizations across five critical dimensions:

The Five Pillars of Power100 Evaluation:

1. Leadership Excellence — Visionary thinking, ethical decision-making, and authentic employee engagement
2. Company Culture and Employee Engagement — Workplace environments where employees thrive, grow, and feel valued
3. Customer Experience and Satisfaction — Consistent delivery of quality products and services, reflected in customer ratings and referral rates
4. Community Impact and Engagement — Organizations that extend their influence beyond business operations to serve and strengthen their communities
5. Sustainable Growth and Business Results — Financial performance rooted in organic growth, customer loyalty, and operational efficiency

Home Genius Exteriors excels across all five dimensions. The company’s growth trajectory — from $2.7 million at founding to over $150 million in revenue — reflects sustainable, customer-driven expansion. Notably, a significant portion of the company’s business comes from repeat customers and referrals, a testament to the trust and satisfaction they build through every interaction.

Jeff Gunhus’s leadership particularly stands out for its authenticity and accessibility. Rather than maintaining executive distance, he actively engages with employees, listens to feedback, and demonstrates through consistent action that employee wellbeing and professional development are genuine priorities. This hands-on approach fosters psychological safety and trust — the conditions under which high-performing teams emerge.

As Power100 CEO Greg Cummins notes: “Our rankings are independent and data-driven. Home Genius Exteriors is the kind of company we’re proud to feature — not because they campaigned for recognition, but because their results, reputation, and leadership spoke for themselves. Jeff Gunhus’s humility and commitment to his team are exactly why he is recognized as one of the leading CEOs in the home improvement space.”

Looking Forward: The Future of Home Genius Exteriors

As Home Genius Exteriors celebrates the $100 million revenue milestone and the recognition of Jeff Gunhus among the nation’s top five home improvement CEOs, the company stands positioned for continued growth and expanded impact. The foundation of excellence — in culture, leadership, quality, and community engagement — that has driven success to date remains firmly in place.

Future growth will likely be characterized by:

1. Market Expansion — Extending service territories to new regions while maintaining culture and quality standards
2. Continuous Innovation — Advancing technology integration for customer communication, home inspections, and project management
3. Talent Development — Building the next generation of company leaders through mentorship and professional development programs
4. Community Leadership — Expanding The Home Genius Cares program to deepen community impact and address emerging social needs
5. Industry Thought Leadership — Positioning Home Genius Exteriors executives as voices in industry conversations about workplace culture, customer experience, and sustainable growth

The company’s trajectory suggests that the $100 million milestone is not a destination but a waypoint on a longer journey toward even greater impact and influence in the home improvement industry.

The Power100 Mission: Recognizing Excellence and Telling Important Stories

At Power100, our mission extends beyond ranking companies. We are storytellers, committed to identifying and amplifying the stories of organizations and leaders who are defining excellence in the home improvement industry. Home Genius Exteriors and Jeff Gunhus exemplify the kind of authentic, purpose-driven leadership that deserves recognition and emulation.

In an industry sometimes characterized by transactional relationships and short-term thinking, Home Genius Exteriors stands as a model of what becomes possible when organizations prioritize people, commit to quality, and build business success on a foundation of genuine relationships and mutual respect.

The company’s journey — from strategic vision to operational excellence to cultural distinction — offers valuable lessons for home improvement organizations at all stages of development. For established companies seeking to strengthen their competitive position, Home Genius Exteriors demonstrates that culture investment generates measurable returns in retention, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.

About Power100

Power100 is the only unbiased, third-party platform that ranks the nation’s top home improvement companies. Our five-layer methodology reviews leadership quality, company culture, and employee engagement, customer experience, community impact, and sustainable business growth — ensuring rankings reflect genuine achievement, authentic leadership, and measurable impact rather than paid placement or self-submission.

Power100 is committed to storytelling that elevates the home improvement industry by recognizing companies and leaders who exemplify excellence across all dimensions of organizational performance. Through rigorous, independent evaluation and compelling narrative storytelling, Power100 connects consumers and industry professionals with the companies and leaders shaping the future of home improvement in America.