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Power Home Remodeling

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Some ups, some downs - Human Resources Assistant/Office Manager Power Home Remodeling Employee Review

2.0
Oct 18, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

The people are undoubtably the best aspect. Very upbeat atmosphere. The office building was very nice and they can afford new technology. Compensation for this particular position was nice for a fresh college grad ($20/hr) and they offer benefits.

Cons

Disorganized in respect to THIS job-My title was "HR Assistant/Office Manager," but the other HR Assistant/Office Manager made it clear that I was not that. It was and remains unclear whether the other HR Assistant/Office Manager was my superior or my equal, and she had only been there 6 months or so more than me. She had no experience with managing someone in my position, so I usually worked only maybe 5 hours a day 3 days a week because there was never enough work. It was difficult to manage this as a part time job while holding onto another job because there were frequent cancellations. I asked to be informed in advance if there was going to be a day where I was requested not to come in but I still usually found out the day before. Unlike most jobs with Power, this position does not have performance reviews so it's difficult to understand expectations. I once asked why nobody received a two weeks notice before being laid off and the other office manager told me they didn't need it in their position, which struck me as strange as though she didn't understand the purpose of a two weeks notice. It shouldn't have come as a surprise that I was also laid off without two weeks notice. I thought it was in poor taste that they advertised my position online before suggesting I may be laid off because it resulted in someone coming in to turn in their resume to me for my position. It was in poorer taste that the current office manager said nothing of it but "she's so old!" after the woman had left. For a company that stresses how green it is it drove me nuts how they have no recycling bins. It was very stressful dealing with police when they called and I don't think the company should have put anyone in that position. I also disagreed with the ethics of the misleading tactics taught to the sales guys to persuade homeowners that their homes were in worse condition than they actually were (like raising heat guns to the highest point to suggest that the average temperature is much higher in the attic), or that they weren't being pests just because someone kept answering them. I also felt like many of these guys were under the impression that this position had job growth when in reality even the people who did really well and were with the company for years were still mostly indistinguishable in their duties from regular sales and marketing employees. Lastly, I have to agree that the atmosphere is "like a frathouse" more than what you might expect of a business.

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5.0
Jun 22, 2026
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Pros

Career advancement, financial independence, training, culture, work life balance, trustful management, safe work space, inclusive, family support, friendships, end of year trip

Cons

High expectations to be great (sales so it’s expected)

5.0
May 19, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

After 15 years with the company, the biggest positive has always been the employee-focused culture. They genuinely invest in creating a good work environment, from modern office spaces and great amenities to company events, conferences, and even trips that help build team culture. The flexibility in BT to work remotely part of the week has been a huge benefit for work-life balance, especially with a family. Compensation is competitive within the home remodeling industry, and the company offers solid benefits like 401K and private health insurance. There are also opportunities to grow and learn if you’re willing to put in the effort.

Cons

One challenge is that career growth and promotions don’t always align with seniority or long-term loyalty, which can sometimes feel discouraging after many years with the company. For employees in tech-focused roles, compensation can feel a bit below market compared to the broader tech industry, even though bonuses can help offset that in strong years. Raises without a promotion are usually modest, and while the health insurance is decent overall, coverage for some major medical needs could definitely be improved.

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