Podcast

What are the most important parts of your build? Of course, they’re all important, but we would argue the beginning (structural) and the end (finishing). The importance of the last three weeks is often overlooked. It’s when everything comes together, when everything gets touched up, and when everything gets made “just right”. There is always more to that finishing stage than you think and in this episode, Brad is joined by Spruce Homes’ carpenter Scott Muller to discuss why the last stage of your build should NOT be rushed!

We’re in the 21st century and technology is here to stay! Like other industries, we are now able to leverage technology to help build a better house all while creating a better experience for you, the client. In this episode, Brad is joined by our Project Manager, Adam to discuss how we use technology to be better. From scheduling to logs to change orders, they all help to make the process more seamless. If you’re curious about the behind-the-scenes organization that happens in construction and get an understanding of how it helps bring a better experience to you, make sure to listen!

If you're trying to get the best price possible getting quotes from multiple contractors makes sense, right? Well, maybe... If price is your ONLY objective then you are probably on the right track. But if you are looking for more than that, simply pricing multiple contractors isn't the way to go. Instead, you need to interview multiple builders and understand which one fits you the best. The reason simply pricing multiple contractors won't get you what you're looking for is because of the complexity of construction. In this episode, we talk about the nuances of each of these and why interviewing builders is more important than simply pricing.

Your house is more then that – it’s your home. It’s where you spend a large part of your time and where lifetime memories are made. To make those memories even more special, we believe your home should portray your personality. But how do you do that? In this episode, Kaitlyn walks us through how she brings personality to a space in both permanent and temporary ways. She talks about compromising, taking your time and being patient, and getting out of your comfort zone!

Throughout the construction process, things happen! Delays happen, the material gets back-ordered, the product can get discontinued and mistakes happen. Houses are built and renovated by hand and there are a lot of people included in the process. Don’t expect everything to go 100% – there will be pivot points throughout your project. But that’s okay! If you understand what can come up, you’ll be better prepared when it does. Through teamwork and trust, you and your builder will get through the bumps (regardless of how big), just fine!

The Spruce Homes Show is your local real estate podcast that tackles what it looks like to design, build and renovate. We’re going to walk you through what the custom construction experience looks like. Throughout the podcast, we’ll help you understand how we walk clients through the design and build process, help you understand the construction industry and how it affects you, and help you understand when and where different products should be used. Our hope is that by following along, you will have a better grasp of what to expect before starting a construction project, making the process easier and more fun. Thank you for joining, and welcome to The Spruce Homes Show!