Home Building Hero

You have a pipeline of information entering and leaving your home on a daily basis. With every new device you are opening up your home to more cyber risks.  We talk with cyber security expert and fellow podcaster Brian Nichols about what you can do to protect your home and data.   In addition, Brian shares some of his best sales advice so you won't want to miss the content filled episode...

There have been a lot of changes in the building industry over the last year and a half and inventory levels of existing homes is an easy one to track.  But what about new construction and builder inventory?  We have some staggering numbers on how few homes builders have in inventory right now.   We discuss how the pandemic slowed production, increased demand depleted levels and oth...

Windows are one of your biggest investments in your new home and how they are installed is one of the most important parts of the equation.  We are joined by Gina Della from Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin to discuss their "expert installation" training program and how that equates to a better product and experience with Pella Windows. We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and...

Bathrooms are still one of the most important areas of a home and also an area that is heavily remodeled.  We review the results of a national survey asking potential home buyers what features they most want in their bathrooms. We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin . Thanks for listening to reach us visit: www.homebuildinghero.com Twitter:  @building_hero...

Today we have a brief update on key economic indicators for home building.  We analyze what this might mean for the building and real estate industry for the remainder of the year.  We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin . Thanks for listening to reach us visit: www.homebuildinghero.com Twitter:  @building_hero Facebook:   www.facebook.com/homebu...

With home building booming there are a lot of products out there that have become more difficult to obtain as well as become more expensive. We discuss a recent survey of builders across the country on what products they are having the most trouble obtaining. We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin . Thanks for listening to reach us visit: www.homebuildinghero.com Tw...

We go over the Housing Headlines and provide an update for June 2021 We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin . Thanks for listening to reach us visit: www.homebuildinghero.com Twitter:  @building_hero Facebook:   www.facebook.com/homebuildinghero Instagram:  @homebuildinghero Email us: homebuildinghero@yahoo.com To learn more about my building company...

We are pleased to have in the Home Building Hero Studio Katie Paling Seymore CEO of Gerhard's First Supply and 5th generation owner to talk all about the latest trends in Kitchen and Bathrooms.  We also discuss a variety of topics such as supply chain issues, how people are incorporating wellness into their home designs, and other emerging trends in the kitchen and bathroom areas of the home....

Well we are all feeling the pinch at the pump lately.  Gas has increased about 80 cents since the beginning of the year.  The bigger question is how does gas prices affect home values?  We explore several in depth studies on gas prices and how they affect consumer behavior and pricing of both rural and urban homes.  There is some pretty interesting findings.  Tune in to le...

I recently posted a photo that went viral.   There have been a lot of conversations in the past few months about lumber prices.  Tons of stats were being thrown out but nothing was resonating with people.   Then, I had an idea... I called my lumber supplier and asked him to help out. In the picture, I showed how much $1000 of lumber looked like in September of 2020 vs. May of 2021....

What are the newest things coming out in siding?  What are the hot colors these days?  We have Trevor Hubbs field and project manager from James Hardie on the podcast to talk about all the latest innovations and new products hitting the market in siding, trim, and shakeboard. To learn more visit the James Hardie Visualizer to find the perfect color or check out their gallery of products...

The Gina Della from Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin joins David in studio to talk about Windows for Dummies.  Answering all the common questions and myths about windows, how they work, installation, glass types, styles and more!  You won't want to miss this one! We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin . Thanks for listening and please feel free to reac...

With lumber prices soaring and no end in site builders are looking and seriously considering alternatives to conventional lumber.   A 1900 sq. ft. home has went up $25,000 in 3 months and over $39,000 in 6 months pricing many people out of the market and causing other builders to halt production. We discuss five possible alternatives as well as some reasons why they may not be a viable option...

If you are like me and busy all the time, spending time organizing your home or office is not a top priority.  Learn 10 great tips to help get you back on track! We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin . Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out www.homebuildinghero.com Twitter:  @building_hero Facebook:   www.facebook.com/homebuildinghero...

Why has lumber gotten so expensive.  The rapidly rising lumber cost has added over $36,000 to the cost of a new home and now is up a whopping 436%!  We discuss 9 different reasons why lumber has gotten so expensive.   Tune in to learn more! We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin . Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out www.homebuilding...

If you are just about to start building a home there are some key things you should NOT do.  We talk about them in our newest episode and the second part of a two part series on Do's and Do Not's of building a home.  This will help anyone thinking about starting the process and also help avoid some common pitfalls. We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin ....

If you are planning on building a new home we go over the 8 Must Do's when building your next home.  These are things we think are vital to making sure you have a successful build.  This part one of a two part episode.  (Part 2 Don'ts of Building a Home) We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin . Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out ww...

With lot costs at an all-time high consumers are looking elsewhere to build.  Many are considering in-fill lots or larger parcels and spending the additional dollars on them as the gap has closed between new lots and large tracts of land.  Learn more about it on this episode. We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin . Thanks for listening and please feel fre...

Innovation in the building industry is everywhere including home ventilation.   Covid-19 has shown us that air quality is paramount in your new home so we brought in Patrick Neilson Global Technology Product Manager for Broad-Nutone to talk all about it.   We learn some great new products for your home to help with Covid-19, talk about bluetooth and smart home technology that integr...

Learn all about James Hardie the leader in fiber cement siding from their Field and project manager Trevor Hubbs.  Did you know James Hardie Invests 20 million dollars annually in research and development to create the best weather controlled products?   Learn how it's made, why it's a great choice for your home, and even some super secret tips on how they tailor make their product. Aspy...

Builders and Contractors make mistakes.  Many times the same ones, over and over!  We talk about a few of them with Canadian Author, Podcaster, business coach Dominic Rubino.  If you are in the building trades or a builder you won't want to miss this powerful episode with our amazing guest Dominic.   Learn more from Dominic at: Construction Millionaire Secrets Profttoolbelt We...

Bill Weber has spent nearly 20 years at Pella Windows and Doors and has seen it all.  Well not everything.  They have just launched some amazing new software called DesignWorks to help customers visualize their updated home right before their eyes.  With just a simple picture they can show you how some new windows, siding or stone can completely transform your home's curb appeal. &n...

The spring home selling season is upon us and if you are looking to sell your home there are a few things you need to be aware of.  On the other side of the coin if you want to get your new home you will need to be prepared to buy quickly and have all your ducks in a row. Check it out.   We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin . Thanks for listening and ple...

Inflation is coming.  Heck it's already here.  I go over some alarming numbers on raw materials and commodities that are going to put a huge pinch on your pocket books.  Find out more on our latest episode. We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin . Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out www.homebuildinghero.com Twitter:  @building_...

There are some new offerings in the flooring and countertop world that give home buyers and remodeling clients some enticing new options.  We talk about some of the new products from leading manufacturers.   We appreciate our program sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin . Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out www.homebuildinghero.com Twitter:  @building_hero...