Meet REBO KNOX – THE ORIGINAL TRUSTED REMODEL ADVISOR
You’ll see Rebo with his trademark dusty western hat, tinted specs, and his blue work shirt that clings to arms forged by decades on job sites, but make no mistake – Rebo™ is anything but blue collar! He holds an MBA and a B.S. in Architectural Engineering from blue-chip school – and he’s run jobs well into the $millions.
Rebo didn’t climb the ladder — he built it. From digging trenches to drafting build specs, he’s done the dirty work, outmaneuvered shady contractors, and mastered 7 different trades in the process. And after 40+ years in the field, he created the system homeowners use today to avoid remodel disasters and take back control from overpriced contractors. In Fact – he wrote the book that’s now considered the “remodeler’s bible” that we proudly feature here on TRA.
“Finding a good contractor is like spotting a unicorn in a cattle herd. Use my specs, and you’ll find ‘em faster.” ~Rebo
What started as one man’s war against remodeling chaos is now a nationally expanding network of remodeling advisors — all trained in Rebo’s no-BS methodology.
Trusted Remodel Advisor™ exists to help homeowners plan their remodels the right way — before ever calling a contractor. Whether you’re updating a kitchen, adding a bathroom, or remodeling an entire home, we give you the specs, budget clarity, and contractor-proof documentation to do it smart.
Rebo built the first templates. He wrote the first checklist. He made sure every report could stand up to real-world scrutiny. Today, every advisor on our platform is trained to follow his high-standard playbook — and more are joining his ranks every month.
Rebo Knox may have stepped back from swinging hammers. These days, he runs the back office like he ran his jobsites: no fluff, no shortcuts, and demanding total accountability.
Every DIY planning guide, every consult, every advisor report — it all runs through a system built, tested, and still personally overseen by Rebo himself. He doesn’t just set the standard. He enforces it.
Because Trusted Remodel Advisor isn’t just a service — it’s a platform built on Rebo’s Rules:
So when you work with a Trusted Remodel Advisor, you’re getting a consultant trained on Rebo’s battle-hardened system, led by the man who’s been in the trenches and still calls the shots.
Built by Rebo. Powered by principles. Trusted by homeowners.
That belief is rooted in the 50-year career of our founder, Mr. Andy Gibbs — a nationally respected design and construction authority, former president of the American Institute of Building Design, and advisor to the U.S. Patent Office. With a background in architectural engineering, an MBA, and more than 100 successful projects under his belt, Mr. Gibbs built Trusted Remodel Advisor to empower homeowners with clarity, control, and contractor-free guidance. Every TRA advisor is trained to uphold the same high standards of ethics, technical insight, and homeowner advocacy that define his legacy.
Why We’re the Industry Leader
Founder. Architectural Engineer. Designer. International Speaker & Author. Inventor. Construction Management Expert.
Mr. Gibbs’ five decades of front-line expertise is embedded into each of our homeowner products and services:
With our solutions built upon his unmatched expertise, Trusted Remodel Advisor empowers you to plan and manage your remodel with extreme confidence, and teaches you how to avoid bad contractor hires, overcharges, delays, and disputes—ensuring your remodel succeeds.
How We Protect Your Investment
Our three ground-breaking solutions are tailored to your individual needs (see detailed pages for each):
Precision remodel specs following our one-on-one consultation to help homeowners get fair and accurate contractor bids.
Our proprietary internal process is packaged for immediate downloading, designed for hands-on homeowners who want to save even more time and money.
Vetting through trusted partners to help shield you from unqualified or dishonest pros.
With Trusted Remodel Advisor™, you’re equipped to hire with confidence and protect your dream home – whether it’s a closet upgrade or a full-house transformation. Don’t let hidden costs or shady contractors derail you.
Our Team
Client Experience Manager
Design & Build Consultant
Project Planning Specialist
Construction Insight Coordinator
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• 78% of Remodels Go Over Budget By $15,000 On Average!
• The #1 Reason? Remodeling Homeowners Don't Have A Plan.
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