Home Building Hero

Learn what is happening in the remodeling industry with industry pro Chad Millard from MCS Services.  Chad is a remodeler who tackles all projects big and small.  Find out what he is working on, and what challenges the industry faces. Learn more about MCS Millard Construction Services at http://mcsmilwaukee.com or call 414-899-0687 ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuilding...

With great weather comes great responsibility.  If you have been putting off organizing your garage, now is the time to get it done.  We provide some tips and suggestions to get it clean, organized, and ready for anything! ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook:  facebook.com/homebuildin...

Building free home for wounded veterans is filled with great backstories about their careers and service but it is also filled with stories behind the scenes from various events.  David Katie and Haylee talk about their favorite memories building homes for our wounded veteran families through Operation Finally Home in Wisconsin. If you would like to learn more about Operation Finally Home vis...

Hiring an interior design professional can be the right move in certain building transactions.  We discuss when brining in an professional interior designer can benefit you the most. ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook:  facebook.com/homebuildinghero ▶️ Email: homebuildinghero@yahoo.com

Summer is here!  With more people at home you need great places to hang out and the front porch is a great place to enjoy the outdoors and relax or hang our with your friends and family.   We give you 11 design and decorating tips to help spruce it up! ENGAGE WITH US!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook:  facebook....

Katie and David talk about the funny stories of how they got started in the building industry and how it has shaped their lives.  Part of the ever popular Story Time series of the Home Building Hero. ENGAGE WITH US!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook:  facebook.com/homebuildinghero ▶️ Email: homebuildinghero@yahoo.com

The Real Estate and Home Building Market has changed drastically over the past quarter.  We discuss some patterns that suggest a shift in buying behavior is emerging.  Learn what is happening in the market so you can be prepared for this industry shift. If you enjoy our program, please take a moment and give us a review on Apple Podcasts! ENGAGE WITH US!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ T...

Re doing your home?   Before you buy your furniture, make sure you learn some key rules of furniture placement so you buy the right pieces and put them in the right places! Learn the 10 Essential Rules of Furniture Placement so that you can make your home look like a professional interior designer assisted you! If you enjoy our program, please take a moment and give us a review on Apple Podca...

The Home Building Hero sits down for our popular "Story Time in Building" Episodes to talk about experiences with tough customers.  David is joined by team members Katie and Haylee and they all share their most difficult experiences with customers.  We can all relate!! If you enjoy our program, please take a moment and give us a review on Apple Podcasts! Otherwise feel free to reach out....

What is going on in Washington D.C. with Housing?  What is being done to help promote housing affordability?  What about tariffs?   We are joined by Executive VP and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin and Karl Eckhart VP of Intergovernmental Affairs at the National Association of Home Builders to answer these key questions. For more information on the National Association of Home Builders vis...

Sometimes despite our best efforts, animals get into our homes while we build them.  We do our best to make sure they are safe and we avoid disruption but sometimes hilarious situations ensue.  This is the first in a new series of Storytime tales on the Home Building Hero.  This episode features David, Haylee, and Katie sharing their animal encounter stories. If you enjoy our progra...

With digital purchasing and transactions on the rise we ponder the topic, Would you buy a home site unseen? We discuss the challenges to the buyer, the technology issues, the Real Estate implications and more. If you enjoy our program, please take a moment and give us a review on Apple Podcasts! Otherwise feel free to reach out.. ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram:...

Robert Dietz the chief economist for the National Association of Home Builders joins the podcast to provide a national perspective on the housing industry and how it has been affected since COVID-19.  We talk about affordability, housing projections, labor impact, and how long this downturn will last. Robert has over 13 years providing reliable economic forecasts on the industry. If you...

The center island in the kitchen is an important piece to your new home.  Not much thought is given to it when people build or remodel but there is loads of potential not only for storage, workspace, but also as an accent piece or focal point in your kitchen.   We discuss 10 ways to spiff up your island to truly make it stand out in your kitchen. If you enjoy our program, please tak...

We interview Katie Salinas, a recent millennial home buyer, Real Estate Agent and interior designer about what millennials really want in their new homes!  We discuss floor plans, the buying process, financing and how to work with millennials on purchasing a new home.   No matter if you are planning on buying a home yourself or you are in the industry and working with younger buyers you...

There is more that goes into a builder's decision to use a suppler or a contractor than just price.  We discuss 8 factors that builder's use to select suppliers for their homes.  These relationships are built over time and while many vendors try to get in their foot in the door with a builder it can take quite a bit of time before an opportunity is earned. If you enjoy our program, pleas...

Is spending time at home giving you the itch to start repainting? Then this episode is for you! Learn about the trending colors for interior and exteriors of homes. We discuss what is popular now and what’s coming down the line as far as colors and styles. Have an idea for a future podcast?  Let us know!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶...

Creating a great bathroom requires some additional thought process.  We explore 8 rules of design that if followed will help take your bathroom to the next level.   ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook:  facebook.com/homebuildinghero ▶️ Email: homebuildinghero@yahoo.com

Homes today must be more adaptable than in the past.  The need for multi-purpose rooms is paramount!  We discuss different combinations of multiple-purpose rooms, best practices, and why buyers are looking for and demanding these spaces in their new homes. ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook:  facebook.com/homebuildinghe...

Bathrooms are one of the best places to be creative with tile.  There are so many possibilities and options.  From flooring, to showers, tubs, backsplashes, to wall tile you can do a lot to create luxury, excitement, or a relaxing environment.   We discuss some tips for how to use tile to create "wow" in your bathroom no matter if you have a small budget or a big one. ▶️ www.homebui...

Are you planning on working out from home?  Is adding a home gym in your future?  Then make sure to listen into this podcast and learn 10 essential elements to make sure you have a great exercise space that will continue to enjoy for years to come.   Make sure to engage with us!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook: &nbs...

Building a home for some people can be very stressful.  But it doesn't have to be!  We take our 30 plus years of experience and share with you 8 tips so that your next build is not stressful. Stay connected with the Home Building Hero!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook:  facebook.com/homebuildinghero ▶️ Email: homebui...

Let's face it.  We all can do a better job saving money.  We all need to save more money these days.  You homes like a sieve for energy.  The better job you do of plugging up the holes, the more money you can save on your heating, cooling, and utilities.   You will learn some great money saving tips in this podcast so you can drop your living costs and start filling up you...

Like it our not, the Corona virus will cause a fundamental shift in how we live, work, and play.  Much like how the events of September 11th changed how people operated so will our response to this virus.  After 9/11 people were scared, and reduced their travel, and instead invested more in their homes.  They got larger, they added more creature comforts like theater rooms, out door...

COVID 19 Has rapidly changed the building industry and created a lot of stress and uncertainty.  Fortunately there are a lot of companies out there doing things to help everyone stay safe and give them the resources they need.  Today we talk with Carson Miller from Build Book on some amazing things they are doing to help the building industry and provide some free resources to home build...