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| #88 ICF, What is that? | 13 Jun 2024 | 00:48:52 | |
For those of you that geek out on types of construction, engineering, and building materials this episode is for you! On this episode you're going to learn what an ICF home is, why it's becomming more popular and all the beneficial properties it provides. We welcomed Dave Phelps, owner of ICF Homes of Virginia to give us all the ins and outs of ICF building. To contact Dave or see photos and videos of these homes visit https://icfhomesofva.com/ To reach one of us: Steve Rudin; steve@loydrusselhomes.com Steve Iltis; steve@steveshannondesign.com Shannon Vestal; shannon@steveshannondesign.com And, as always 2d1bbar@gmail.com to let us know what you want to hear, products you want to know more about or have a building or design question you want answered. Rate us, subscribe, follow and all that! | |||
| #87 Age is just a number! | 14 May 2024 | 00:36:37 | |
Yes, that is true, however we do age and with that, mobility declines, vision becomes weaker, and soon it all goes to hell in a handbasket! On this episode we are going to talk about aging in place! That means staying put where you are whether it's a condo, single family home, townhouse or barndomineum! The place you will be living independently as long as you can. If you plan to build a new home or remodel the one you are currently in there are so many great products and designs these days to make your space more comfortable and user friendly. Thanks for listening! Have you subscribed, followed and shared the show? Give us a rating and let us know what you think! Email us for your thoughts and ideas! 2d1bbar@gmail.com.
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| #78 I don't always slam my door.......... | 07 Sep 2023 | 01:14:17 | |
But when I do it's because the window was open!!!!! Let me start by saying that our two guests today will definitely be back! Slade Sloan, GM of the custom window division at Builders First Source and Lance LeBlanc, a window nerd and expert on large doors (he said it, not me), builder sales rep for BFS not only provided us with valuable information but kept us all laughing in the process. We discuss the types of windows on the market from a material standpoint as well as price point and value. From there we move on to sliding doors! No, not like the sliding door you had in your first apartment that you used a broom stick to securely lock. Over the last several years manufacturers have engineered these doors to be made larger and larger. There are different types of sliders as well as accordian doors. All of this is covered to help you make the right decision when remodeling or building a custom home. To learn more about these products and other offerings from BFS go to https://www.bldr.com/ Their 13,000 sq.ft. showroom is located at 16002 Tomball Parkway just off of Beltway 8. Have comments or questions about this episode? 2d1bbar@gmail.com Subscribe, Follow and Rate us wherever you listen to your podcasts! | |||
| #77 She Calls It "The Heart & Soul"........ | 18 Aug 2023 | 00:49:45 | |
I call it "The Fluff"! She'll kill me for saying that but y'all know I often say what I want!! We welcome to the show, Vyara Noeva Johnson, Interior Designer and owner of Aveon Designs. I like to call her my friend and officemate! Vyara shares with us her love for not only Interior Design but seeing the excitement in clients faces when they walk into their newly remodeled and furnished space. Pulling together every aspect of a project from the hardscapes such as tile and countertops to the luxurious fabrics, wallpaper and window treatments, Vyara provides her clients a visual of the transformation. Vyara Noeva Johnson www.aveondesigns.com Want to contact the show or one of us? 2d1bbar@gmail.com or........ Steve Rudin steve@loydrusselhomes.com Shannon Vestal shannon@steveshannondesign.com Steve Iltis steve@steveshannondesign.com Have you rated us? Subscribed? Followed? Shared with friends & family? What are you waiting for!!! Help us get the word out and maintain our #1 rating as the best homebuilding podcast in the U.S.!!!
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| #76 Mirror Mirror On The Wall....... | 02 Aug 2023 | 01:00:25 | |
Did your mother ever tell you that breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck? Did you love the movie Cinderella and her glass slipper? If you have or haven't you'll want to turn up the volume and enjoy this episode where we discuss mirrors and all things glass for a custom home or remodel. Joining us to share his expertise is Esvin Tista, owner of Metal Wood Glass Innovations. We discuss shower doors, interior grid doors, stair railing, mirrors and more! Contact Info. www.mwginnovations.com or 713.834.4627 Don't forget to subscribe to the show so you don't miss an episode! Share with your friends and family or even a stranger on the street! I'm sure there's an episode that would be interesting to anyone!
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| #75 Showcase Home Update | 26 Jul 2023 | 00:33:18 | |
Lot's to share with our listeners about the status of the SteveShannonDesign showcase home in Canyon Lake!! Contact us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com and let us know what you want to learn about!
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| #74 Deep Dive into Flooring! | 03 Jul 2023 | 01:09:30 | |
I decided that after getting so many questions about the pros and cons of engineered wood floors, solid wood and luxury vinyl plank I would ask a pro to provide the answers. On this episode we take a deep dive into these various types of flooring so you as the consumer can decide which is the best fit for your home. Joining us is our friend Tracy Burnett with Floors Etc., a boutique flooring showroom just outside of downtown Houston. They offer flooring in all price points and have a great staff to guide you through the selection process. Floors Etc. 713.880.8888 Have you subscribed to the show? Rated us? Told your friends about us? We've heard from some of you and are always looking for new content! Let us know if you have an idea for an episode! 2d1bbar@gmail.com Shannon Vestal shannon@steveshannondesign.com Steve Iltis steve@steveshannondesign.com Steve Rudin steve@loydrusselhomes.com
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| #73 We blew a fuse! | 22 Jun 2023 | 01:14:25 | |
Betcha can't guess what this episode is about? It's going to shock you! It's a hot topic these days! It's going to amp you up! There is going to be a surge of information provided! It might even jolt you out of your seat! Watt the hell you ask? Switch to the play button to hear the output! Electricity!! Joining us is Rick Curry, owner of Electrical Works of Houston. With over 40 years in the electrical industry, we couldn't find a question that Rick wasn't able to answer! Focusing on residential custom homes, Ricky employs 50 employees with a fleet of 15 vehicles. Electrical Works of Houston: 713.476.0429 We love hearing from you! Email us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com and let us know what you want to hear! Rate us with nothing but 5 stars of course! Follow and subscribe!!
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| #72 Want A Green Thumb? | 18 May 2023 | 01:09:32 | |
Some have them and some don't! Would you like to have one? In this episode we are joined by Kaitlin Stein from Moss Landscaping. Kaitlin is a graduate of Texas A&M, WHOOP, with a degree in Landscape Design. Her knowledge of all things plants is going to guide you through the process of designing the proper landscape for your new home, what plants to avoid and what plants are suitable for our wacky climate as well as soils, drainage and much, much more! Contact Kaitlin: kstein@mosslandscaping.com Are you a subscriber? You should be! Have you rated us & shared the show? Why not? Want to reach one of the hosts? Shannon Vestal shannon@steveshannondesign.com Steve Iltis steve@steveshannondesign.com Steve Rudin steve@loydrusselhomes.com There's always 2d1bbar@gmail.com | |||
| #71 Better Call the Plumber! | 01 May 2023 | 01:13:20 | |
You don't want to build a home without plumbing but what's the most efficient and low maintenance way to do it? Meet Brian & Wendi Lincoln, owners of Linc Plumbing. Brian and Wendi help us understand the difference between pvc, cpvc, pex and more! Contact Linc: 832-623-6965 or https://lincplumbing.com/ Contact us! 2d1bbar@gmail.com Subscribe, rate and share!
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| #70 Showcase Home Introduction | 11 Apr 2023 | 00:17:36 | |
Movin' on up! Well, to the hill country. SteveShannonDesign has officially begun construction on our showcase home. While we will remain in Houston, we decided to expand and what better place to do that than Canyon Lake! This will be our office space but more importantly a place to bring our clients and builders. We will be showcasing the latest products in our industry, from exterior cladding to luxury vinyl plank flooring, steel windows and more. Have an idea for the show? Email us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com Subscribe to never miss an episode! | |||
| #69 IBS 2023!! | 03 Apr 2023 | 00:30:49 | |
This year all three of us attended the International Builders Show!! On this episode we share what we saw in the way of new products, products being developed and what we can expect to see in the building and design world in 2023! Want to get in touch with us? 2d1bbar@gmail.com or you can reach us individually..... Steve Rudin steve@loydrusselhomes.com Steve Iltis steve@steveshannondesign.com Shannon Vestal shannon@steveshannondesign.com Have you rated us yet? Are you a subscriber? | |||
| #86 Permit Purgatory? | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:45:44 | |
If you are building a new home or remodeling your existing one, most cities throughout the country require building permits. If you are one of the lucky ones building in rural areas or in a county that only requires a few permits then just smile and enjoy life while listening to this episode!! Those of you in the city, here's a person that can make your life so much easier!!! Joining us today is Ramie Elizondo, owner of Permit Pros. She is a permitting professional whose entire job is working to get you that permit in an expedited fashion. With her specialized running shoes, JK, she is online pushing the paperwork or when needed showing up at the permit office with a smile and handling the issues. Money well spent!! Thank you Ramie! Ramie Elizondo 832.715.1781 ramie@permit-pro.com Have some ideas for the show? We've received several suggestions from our listeners and have recorded episodes based on those suggestions! Those will be coming soon! I haven't seen any ratings or reviews lately! Please, share a little review for us and let everyone know what you enjoy about our show! We've loved hearing about it through emails so share it with all of our listeners!
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| #68 Interior Designer 2.0 | 13 Mar 2023 | 00:54:36 | |
We often talk about the importance of hiring an Interior Designer at the beginning of your project and the importance of having one involved in your project. In case we missed some things in "Why do I need an Interior Designer" we thought a 2.0 version was in order. We want to hear from our listeners! Email us 2d1bbar@gmail.com and let us know what you want to hear! Have you rated us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen? Give us a review and let others know how much you enjoy the show! | |||
| #67 Seriously? Cabinets Again? | 20 Feb 2023 | 01:07:32 | |
How many cabinet episodes can there possibly be you ask? Well, there are more than just one way to design and build cabinets for your custom home or remodel. On this episode we are joined by Randall McCaw, owner of McCaw Cabinetry. For more than 15 years Randall and his amazing team have been building quality, custom cabinets for homes in Houston and surrounding areas. Randall shares with us the difference between having cabinets built custom for your home and the advantages of doing so. Contact McCaw Cabinetry at 409.724.0477 or visit their website at www.mccawcabinetry.com. You can email the show at 2d1bbar@gmail.com or one of us at the following! Steve Rudin 281.932.4942 Steve Iltis 713.598.1150 Shannon Vestal 832.334.7790 | |||
| #66 More about cabinets! | 26 Jan 2023 | 01:14:39 | |
One of the bigger ticket line items in a custom home budget is cabinets. What is the difference between manufactured cabinets versus cabinets built on the jobsite? Is there a price difference? Quality? Lead time? Warranty? Styles? Finishes? Nicole Herger with Cabinets and Designs joins us for a deep dive into manufactured cabinets to answer all those questions. Contact Us: 2d1bbar@gmail.com Cabinets & Designs 713.627.8970 http://cabinetsanddesigns.net Steve Rudin 281.932.4942 Steve Iltis 713.598.1150 Shannon Vestal 832.334.7790
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| #65 See It Before You Build It! | 12 Jan 2023 | 01:05:41 | |
Yep, that's right! Want to avoid change orders, the costs that go along with those and a delay in building your beautiful custom home? Enter Authenticus! Their 3,600 sq. ft. studio allows you to see your plan displayed in 2D, to scale, including elevations! How about seeing it in 3D and color? Need more to help you visualize a particular space? Put on the VR glasses and try not to reach out to open the front door or climb the staircase. Joining us on this episode are Jay and Lindsey Schimpf, creators and owners of Authenticus Services. Their goal is to provide homeowners, builders and designers the ability to authenticate your plans before moving an ounce of dirt! Authenticus: www.authenticusservices.com Steve Rudin: steve@loydrusselhomes.com Steve Iltis: steve@steveshannondesign.com Shannon Vestal: shannon@steveshannondesign.com
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| #64 What species is THAT? | 20 Dec 2022 | 01:02:04 | |
Species of Trees! In this episode we dive deep into the influence building has on native trees and how best to protect and preserve them. Joining us is Brad Trentham, a Certified Arborist and Tree Risk Assessment Qualified with Bartlett Tree Experts. Since 1907 Bartlett has been providing preventive care to assure good health, longevity, beauty and safety for their clients. To contact Brad 713.875.6654 Steve Rudin 281.932.4942 Steve Iltis 713.598.1150 Shannon Vestal 832.334.7790 Email us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| #63 Another Round Please! | 02 Dec 2022 | 00:44:38 | |
One of our first episodes was with Rysse Goldfarb, owner of Mommy Mixology. During the pandemic we met up with Rysse but had to record on the patio! We loved hanging out with her, learning about cocktails and such so we decided to re-visit. In the comfort of her home and her quaint little bar we crowded around and recorded round 2! Yummy drinks and even better conversation and lots of laughs! Tune in! Find Mommy Mixology on Instagram! | |||
| #62 Fire! Sprinkle it Out! | 15 Nov 2022 | 00:40:54 | |
It's probably the biggest fear for homeowners, FIRE!! There is always the plan for smoke detectors but they only alert you of the fire. Think about having a sprinkler system in your home that is triggered by the heat of the fire and puts the fire out before it spreads! On this episode we are joined by William Manning with 1st Texas Fire Protection to educate us on the importance of designing a residential fire sprinkler system in your home. Be sure to check out the link below for amazing videos and product information. https://homefiresprinkler.org/ Subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode!
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| #61 Hot Boxes and Big Balls | 01 Nov 2022 | 00:50:19 | |
What on earth does this have to do with custom homes? I've got your attention now so tune in! Our guests today are Katy Dudley and Irie Brooks from The Ark Cast Stone. For 28 years The Ark has been providing our city with the highest quality, custom made, cast stone products. From fireplace surrounds to traffic barriers, aka big red balls, (Target), they can mold practically anything out of cast stone! Contact us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com Steve Rudin steve@loydrusselhomes.com Shannon Vestal shannon@steveshannondesign.com Steve Iltis steve@steveshannondesign.com | |||
| #60 House Skeleton | 11 Oct 2022 | 00:52:49 | |
I couldn't resist making that the title to this episode on framing since it's so close to Halloween. If the skeleton is not engineered correctly and installed correctly then it really doesn't matter what you build around it. We welcome back one of our favorite guests, Matt Gray with Anvil Engineering to discuss the do's and don'ts of all things framing. Are you sharing our podcast with everyone you know building or remodeling? Subscribe, share and rate us! Contact us! 2d1bbar@gmail.com Anvil Engineering https://www.anvileng.com/ | |||
| #59 Ch Ch Ch Changes.... | 26 Sep 2022 | 00:42:59 | |
You know the song! Well, changes do happen so in this episode we'll dive into what those changes could be and how to address them. Remember, you are building a prototype! No one is perfect and we all make mistakes. It's how you and the team handle them that makes the difference! Contact us! We'd love to hear from you! 2d1bbar@gmail.com Steve Rudin - steve@loydrusselhomes.com Steve Iltis - steve@steveshannondesign.com Shannon Vestal - shannon@steveshannondesign.com Subscribe so you never miss an episode! | |||
| #85 Golf Anyone? | 01 Mar 2024 | 01:00:03 | |
Ever had a tee time scheduled and mother nature has other plans? No worries!! Play that round of golf in your simulator room! The bonus? You can play Pebble Beach, Pacific Dunes, Whistling Straits and more right from the comfort of your home. Golf simulators have seen tremendous advances in the past few years. To discuss all of that and more we took our show on the road and traveled to Craig Nomes' house, regional salesperson for Full Swing. We had a blast trying out the simulator and practicing our putting on the latest putting green! Interested in a simulator or do you have a client interested? Craig is more than happy to have you visit his home and give it a try. Craig Nome 713.256.4497 www.fullswinggolf.com Be sure to rate us, subscribe and follow the show! You can reach us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com
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| #58 Energy Ogre | 01 Sep 2022 | 00:42:21 | |
If you're like me you dread that time of year when you need to start shopping for the best electricity rate. It not only takes a lot of time but is overwhelming. Why not have someone else do that work for you! Joining us to discuss this process and more is Mike England, founder of Energy Ogre. You won't want to miss this episode and learn how to save money on your electric bill! www.energyogre.com Don't forget to subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode! 2d1bbar@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram 2d1bbar. | |||
| #56 Capture the Sun! | 19 Jul 2022 | 00:36:47 | |
Solar Power!! It's been around for a long time but these days it seems we are starting to depend on it more and more. The question is how do I incorporate it in my home to make it worthwhile and what will it cost me? Joining us on this episode is Dennis Hart with Generator Industries, 713.254.2072 to answer that question and many more! Do you have a show idea? Let us know!! We are always searching for new topics! Email us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com , Shannon at shannon@steveshannondesign.com , Steve R. at steve@loydrusselhomes.com . Rate, subscribe and share!! | |||
| #55 I get an Allowance? | 24 Jun 2022 | 00:49:00 | |
How much is my allowance going to be? That's what we talk about on this episode! This is such an important conversation to have with your builder or contractor. Establishing these should actually begin in the design phase! Tune in to hear why.......... Is there a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at 2d1bbar@gmail.com or me, Shannon at shannon@steveshannondesign.com We'd love to hear from you! | |||
| #54 Never lose power! Generators! | 01 Jun 2022 | 00:51:53 | |
Those of us in Texas especially on the gulf know what it's like to lose power! Sometimes it's not just an hour or two from a severe rain storm but from a hurricane that knocks it out for days or even weeks! Generator! Generator! Generator! Joining us on this episode is Dennis Hart with Generator Industries, 713.254.2072 to educate us on the latest generators and the planning that takes place in a new build and how you can incorporate one in an existing home. 2d1bbar@gmail.com Let us know what you want to hear! We love to hear from our listeners!! | |||
| #53 Financing Your New Build | 19 May 2022 | 01:05:26 | |
There is always a great deal of excitement in designing and building a custom home but once you know what it's going to cost you must meet with a mortgage broker. Joining us on this episode is Edward Rodgers with Hancock Whitney Bank to answer your questions about the process and the best way to go about it. Want to contact us? 2d1bbar@gmail.com Steve Iltis - steve@steveshannondesign.com Shannon Vestal - shannon@steveshannondesign.com Steve Rudin - steve@loydrusselhomes.com Rate us, subscribe and share with your friends! | |||
| #52 Window Coverings | 05 May 2022 | 00:57:22 | |
Everyone wants lots of windows on their home, the bigger the better, until they move in! Yikes!! Privacy!!! Now, how do you accomplish that in the most stylish way without compromising the design of the home? Welcome Terri Harris with Houston Window Fashions! Terri helps us navigate what product to use, cost associated with that product and efficiency for the home. Subscribe, Share and Rate us!! Email us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com for feedback or show topics!! | |||
| #51 Soft Costs? | 20 Apr 2022 | 00:26:32 | |
Definition: Soft costs are indirect expenses related to a construction project but don't actively impact the process. On this episode we will share with you all the examples of soft costs and what you can expect to come "out of pocket" for these. Have an idea for the show? 2d1bbar@gmail.com Let us know! Voted #1 Home Building Podcast! Subscribe and Share!
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| #50 IBS - Not what you're thinking! | 04 Apr 2022 | 00:41:20 | |
It's the International Builders Show! We took time out from our busy schedule to visit the largest builders show in the world. Keeping up with new products is extremely important when designing and building custom homes. Join us to learn what we learned! There are some great products hitting our markets this year! We'd love to hear from our listeners! Give us some episode ideas! Email us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com.
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| #49 Is Your Roof Sexy? | 16 Mar 2022 | 01:04:15 | |
Who would have ever said a roof is sexy!! Well, our guest Andy Kelly with 314 Roofing Solutions did just that in this episode! Andy shares all things roofing with us and the do's and don'ts of different roofing materials as well as the installation. Contact us! 2d1bbar@gmail.com Steve Rudin - steve@loydrusselhomes.com Shannon Vestal - shannon@steveshannondesign.com Steve Iltis - steve@steveshannondesign.com Subscribe to not miss an episode!! | |||
| #47 "Survey Says"? | 03 Mar 2022 | 00:55:49 | |
Yep! Let's chat about surveys. We can't design a custom home on your lot without a survey! Find out what these surveys really do say! We welcomed Matt Probstfeld of Probstfeld and Associates to share his 40+ years of knowledge and experience in the surveying business. From title surveys to new build surveys he breaks it down into bite size pieces to help us understand why they are needed. Subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode! Follow us on Instagram at 2d1bbar! | |||
| #84 Change Orders | 13 Feb 2024 | 00:42:54 | |
When it comes to building a custom home, just remember, this is a prototype! It's never been built before! With that being said, the inevitible will happen and that's what we call a change order. This isn't always a bad thing and those two words more often get a bad wrap! Today the three of us discuss what change orders are, why they happen, ways to try to avoid some of them and why they have an associated cost to them.
Want to contact us? 2d1bbar@gmail.com Steve Rudin aka The Builder, steve@loydrusselhome.com Steve Iltis aka The Home Designer, steve@steveshannondesign.com Shannon Vestal aka The Interior Designer, shannon@steveshannondesign.com We love hearing from you so keep the comments and show requests coming!! Be sure to follow, subscribe, rate and share the show! | |||
| #48 State of the Home Building Industry | 02 Mar 2022 | 00:37:41 | |
Whether you listened to the state of the union or not you've most likely heard about the state of the home building industry. We thought it would be helpful to share some of the processes we are implementing to try to stay ahead of the supply chain issues. Price increases on products, discontinued products and long lead times can all affect the building of your custom home. Steve Rudin - Loyd Russel Homes; Steve Iltis - SteveShannonDesign; steve@steveshannondesign.com Shannon Vestal - SteveShannonDesign; shannon@steveshannondesign.com
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| #46 All About that Base | 25 Jan 2022 | 00:41:38 | |
Foundation Base that is! We can't build a custom home without starting with a foundation. Todays guest, Matt Gray, owner of Anvil Engineering joined us to help us "get into the weeds" about different types of foundations, how to know what kind to use and what you need to get your home plans ready for engineering. Have an idea for the show? Email us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com or message us on Instagram. Subscribe to the show and share with your friends! | |||
| #45 Real Estate | 30 Dec 2021 | 00:48:18 | |
We all know you can't build a custom home without the assistance and guidance of a real estate agent. From helping you find the perfect lot to selling your current home they are a valuable part of the team! We are joined by Leslie Lerner of Leslie Lerner Properties to share her insight and the best processes and where the industry is headed. Have an idea for our show? Email us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com! Be sure to subscribe to the show and share with your friends. | |||
| #44 GHBA and HomeAid Houston | 06 Dec 2021 | 00:38:05 | |
The Greater Houston Builders Association is well known amongst custom home builders, remodelers and vendors in our industry. On this episode we are joined by Aimee Bertrand, Exec. VP and CEO to share some of the benefits of membership and the value they bring to our city. We also welcome Carole Brady, Ex. Director of HomeAid Houston. She works with members of the GHBA to facilitate new construction and remodeling of shelters and facilities for local homeless care providers. Subscribe, share and rate us! 2d1bbar@gmail.com
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| #43 Fencing | 09 Nov 2021 | 00:53:41 | |
Who would have thought you could create an almost hour long podcast about fencing? I didn't, but we learned a lot! If it's keeping your dog in your yard, keeping your neighbors dog out or keeping your nosey neighbor from getting in your business everyone needs a fence. On this episode we are joined by Alex Galvan, owner of Rio Grande Fence Co. to discuss all types of fencing and the do's and don'ts. Follow us on Instagram at 2d1bbar or email 2d1bbar@gmail.com | |||
| #42 Let's Tear It Up! | 27 Oct 2021 | 00:50:02 | |
Got your attention! Now, let's talk Demolition! As much as we would like to keep some of the old cool homes, sometimes there is a need to tear them down and build new. Jim Bulgier, President of JTB Services joins us to share his immense knowledge of this "art". Yes, there is a method to the madness! Since 1986 Jim and his crew have been changing the city's landscape and repurposing and recycling along the way! Contact us! 2d1bbar@gmail.com
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| #41 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY | 08 Oct 2021 | 00:42:23 | |
What a fun ride it's been! One year and 41+ episodes later we are still just as excited to continue providing our listeners with valuable information on building a custom home! Join us as we clink our glasses of champagne together and share some great memories of the past year, growing pains, bloopers and much more. Subscribe, share and rate us! Follow us on social media! 2d1bbar on Instagram! | |||
| #40 This Little Piggy | 05 Oct 2021 | 01:04:38 | |
Made you listen! So, what did the third little piggy build his house out of? YES! BRICK! On this episode we are joined by Damian Law and Carlos Detering of South Texas Brick and Stone to take a deep dive into brick and stone! The choices of bricks today is immense! Not only color, but shape, and application! Let us know what you'd like to learn about! Email us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you! | |||
| #39 Engineering | 20 Sep 2021 | 00:24:55 | |
Every set of house plans must be engineered before it can be built. What does that mean to you as a homeowner? How do you go about it? How do you find an engineer that does that? How much time does it take? Here to answer those questions is Karl Breckon, founder and CEO of BEC Engineers. With years of experience in the industry Karl has engineered hundreds of custom homes. Have an idea for the show? Contact us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com. Be sure to subscribe and share! | |||
| #38 Industry Lingo Part 2 | 07 Sep 2021 | 00:59:36 | |
There is so much terminology used in our industry that we decided to share it in two episodes! In Part 2 we discuss more of the interior of the home and the details of the overall design. Be sure to follow and/or subscribe so you never miss an episode! To contact us email 2d1bbar@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook! | |||
| #83 In Complete Control! | 21 Dec 2023 | 00:55:32 | |
No, this isn't a "self help" episode and you are on the correct podcast! Today it's all about controlling your lighting, tv's, speakers, and ceiling fans! Find out how to provide adequate hallway and step lighting during the night that is motion activated! What about figuring out what type of recessed lighting you need, not to mention what color temperature!! Let's not even get me started on WALL CLUTTER! You'll just have to tune in to find out what that means. Joining us to discuss all of this and more is Adam Henry with Capitol Technology Group. Adam and his team design, engineer, program, install and maintain smart home technology and commercial control systems. Their new showroom is not only beautiful but is an educational experience. Contact Adam or someone on his team! www.capitoltechnologygroup.com Phone: 281.204.8300 Be sure to subscribe to our show! Share it or share an episode you think a friend might enjoy! Want to contact us? 2d1bbar@gmail.com
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| #37 Learn the Industry Lingo! | 24 Aug 2021 | 01:02:13 | |
Often times when talking to our clients we may sound like we are speaking another language!! It's normal for us but we forget that most clients have never heard some of the words we use! We've created two episodes of what I call "Industry Lingo" to help all of you designing and building a custom home! You'll be armed and ready to have a knowledgeable conversation with any designer or builder. Like what you've heard? Subscribe and Share!! We want to grow our audience! 2d1bbar@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram!
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| #36 What We've Learned! | 13 Aug 2021 | 00:26:49 | |
"You learn something new everyday", or at least that's how the saying goes. With that being said the three of us decided to do an episode about things that we've learned from our guests and each other on the 35 episodes we have posted thus far! Stay tuned for more great episodes to come! Engineering, masonry, paint, industry terminology and more! Subscribe, share and rate us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts! Follow us on Instagram and FB! 2d1bbar | |||
| #35 Client Testimonial | 27 Jul 2021 | 00:36:40 | |
We decided after 34 episodes of talking about the "process" of building a custom home, our listeners would like to hear from one of our clients that recently went through it! Joining us is April and occasionally Ben who have been living in their Loyd Russel Homes custom home for eight months now. She shares the importance of doing your research and working with a team. Want to be a sponsor of the show? Contact us! 2d1bbar@gmail.com for details! Subscribe and give us a rating! | |||
| #34 Get Your Mind IN The Gutter! | 14 Jul 2021 | 00:25:20 | |
It's only fitting that we post our gutter episode after enduring weeks and weeks of rain here in Houston. Who would have thought we could create an episode just about gutters! Well, tune in as Steve, Steve and I discuss the types of gutters and other rain diverters and collection products. Are you enjoying our podcast? Please rate us and tell your friends about us! We'd love to hear from you if you have any episode ideas. | |||