The Conscious Builder Show with Casey Grey

Casey made the switch from fixed price to cost plus and explains why you might want to consider making the switch!   Casey Grey is a licensed carpenter, he is the Founder of The Conscious Builder where he and his team focus on building and renovating homes "consciously". Ultimately, these are homes that are cheaper to operate, better for the environment, more comfortable to live in and, most impor...

In this interview we learn more about Bill Eggerston's background, what is geothermal and what you should know before installing a system. Bill also talks about the upgrades which help made their 1984 house qualify as a Net Zero home. Video Table of Contents Bill Eggertson Introduction/background (1:50) https://youtu.be/OO8XF49OjQI?t=1m49s Why some Geothermal systems do not perform as intended? ht...

In this episode Casey explains what a fixed price contract is, and why he doesn't use them for his clients in his construction business. Casey Grey is a licensed carpenter, he is the Founder of The Conscious Builder where he and his team focus on building and renovating homes "consciously". Ultimately, these are homes that are cheaper to operate, better for the environment, more comfortable to liv...

In this episode Casey explains what a fixed price contract is, and why he doesn't use them for his clients in his construction business. Casey Grey is a licensed carpenter, he is the Founder of The Conscious Builder where he and his team focus on building and renovating homes "consciously". Ultimately, these are homes that are cheaper to operate, better for the environment, more comfortable to liv...

In this interview Chris Magwood from the Endeavour Centre talks about sustainable building practices that we can incorporate into our builds now. Chris Magwood Contact:   chris@endeavourcentre.org http://endeavourcentre.org/ Instagram: Endeavour_centre Watch the interview on youtube here: https://youtu.be/JRt0GAKoRvM and stay tuned for our campus and work site tour that we'll be sharing on our you...

Casey has been on the chair for the Greater Ottawa Home Builders Association, he offers his advice on selecting your contractor for your next repair or renovation. Subscribe to our channel for updates on the construction of our Net Zero Home Enquiries: Email: info@TheConsciousBuilder.com Direct: 613.693.0914 Social Media www.theconsciousbuilder.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theconsciousbuilder htt...

Tim Priddle introduces us to his business, the Wood Source in Ottwa, and some of the history behind it. Watch the 1840's kit barn tour here: https://youtu.be/0zJE3td-0ZM   The Wood Source 6178 Mitch Owens Rd, Manotick, Ontario, Canada K4M 1B2 Tel: 613.822.6800 Toll Free: 855.822.6800 Email: info@wood-source.com Enquiries: Email: info@TheConsciousBuilder.com Direct: 613.693.0914 Social Media www.th...

As an Airbnb host for the last year, Casey shares some thoughts and advice that might help you make some extra money on the popular sharing app. Subscribe to our channel for updates on the construction of our Net Zero Home Enquiries: Email: info@TheConsciousBuilder.com Direct: 613.693.0914 Social Media www.theconsciousbuilder.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theconsciousbuilder https://twitter.com/bu...

In this episode Casey explains a few of his clients experiences with insurance with regards to a flooding and fire incident. Every Wednesday we post another #askcaseyG episode, if you have a question feel free to write it in the comments below or reach out to us on social media with the hashtag #askcaseyG and we may choose it for a future episode. Subscribe to our channel for updates on the constr...

In this episode Casey explains some of the pro and cons of using SIP's for your building envelope. Every Tuesday we post another #askcaseyG episode, if you have a question feel free to write it in the comments below or reach out to us on social media with the hashtag #askcaseyG and we may choose it for a future episode. Subscribe to our channel for updates on the construction of our Net Zero Home...

Today's episode is about windows. Windows are a big part of the comfort of your home. They determine if your house has enough light and if your house is sufficiently airtight. You have many choices from different manufacturers. The question is, what are the criteria you have to judge these choices?

In today's episode, we are going back to answering home-related questions. Casey will explain why airtightness is important. It will give you a better view on our previous episode: Interview with Stephen Magneron For more information, visit our website TheCosnciousBuilder.com/Podcast

Today's guest is Stephen Magneron. Stephen is an Advances Building Specialist, and he is one of the first people we call when we are building an energy efficient home. In this episode, Stephen talks about the different types of building standards and how they are different. He gives tips on how better take advantage of the government rebates and programs. To find out more, go to https://homesolbui...

Today's guest is Rob Black, VP of Sales & Marketing and part-owner of Logs End Inc. Casey and Rob talk about how LogsEnd recovers the logs form the Ottawa river and how those logs end up becoming wood flooring. More about Rob and LogsEnd here: https://www.logsend.com/who-we-are/about-us/ Record and edit by Veronica Druta

Today's guest is Paul Cairns, the Executive Director at SmartNet Alliance. He is very enthusiastic and passionate about green/sustainable movement in Canada and in the world. To learn more about SmartNet Alliance go to https://www.smartnetalliance.ca/ Recording and edit by Veronica Druta

Today's guest is Chris Straka, the founder of Vert Design. The Conscious Builder and Vert Design have been working on projects together for a couple of years. Casey and Chris have become friends given the similar life values that they share. About Vert Design: http://vertdesign.ca/ About Chris: http://vertdesign.ca/chris/ Projects The Conscious Builder and Vert Design worked together: http://www.t...

TheCosnciousBuilder.com More about the Passive House: http://www.theconsciousbuilder.com/passive-house/ and http://www.theconsciousbuilder.com/portfolio-item/passive-house-red-castle/ Film and edit by Veronica Druta How much does it cost to renovate? - http://www.theconsciousbuilder.com/cost-renovate/ How much it cost to build a custom home? -http://www.theconsciousbuilder.com/cost-build-custom-ho...

TheCosnciousBuilder.com Collaboration leads to innovation Film and edit by Veronica Druta Integrated Design Process - http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/energy/efficie... "An integrated design process (IDP) involves a holistic approach to high-performance building design and construction. It relies upon every member of the project team sharing a vision of sustainability, and working collaboratively to impleme...

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TheCosnciousBuilder.com What is the difference between an HRV and an ERV? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5I1BEiWRqE Record and edit by Veronica Druta Integrated Design Process - http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/energy/efficiency/buildings/eenb/integrated-design-process/4047 How much does it cost to renovate? - http://www.theconsciousbuilder.com/cost-renovate/ How much it cost to build a custom home? - htt...

Today's episode is a presentation Michel Caron (DS Plumbing) gave for our company meeting. If you have any questions or would like us to expand more on the subject, send us an email, or find us on social media. Editing by Veronica Druta

One question that we get a lot is: what does it mean to be a conscious builder? Do you want to know the answer? Listen to this episode. . . . . Have other questions about it? Reach out to us! . . . Editing by Veronica Druta

This episode focuses on gas furnace alternatives. Casey touches on a lot of information. If you found it useful and would like him to expand more on certain aspects of the vide, contact us. Don't forget to check out our blog for additional information about sustainable construction and conscious living http://www.theconsciousbuilder.com/blog/

Today's episode is a broadcast of Casey's interview for Climate Hacks Podcast with Lori Krein If you found it interesting, you can subscribe to Lori's podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/climate-hacks/id1302390461?mt=2 Don't forget to check out our blog for additional information about sustainable construction and conscious living http://www.theconsciousbuilder.com/blog/