The Building Code

How events like Street of Dreams offer opportunity for growth

Today on “The Building Code,” Courtney Mattern, senior director of content and brand marketing at Buildertrend, is back on podcast as the new host. She’s flying solo today with in-studio guests Greg and Katie Frazell, co-owners of G. Lee Homes and long-time users of Buildertrend. Greg and Katie started the company out of necessity in 2004 after Greg lost his job and nearly 20 years later, they’re continuing to make an impact by offering clients an intimate building experience.

Listen to the full episode to learn more about their experience participating in Omaha’s 2024 Street of Dreams and why getting involved with events like this can help boost builder success.

Visit their website to learn more about G. Lee Homes: https://omahasbuilder.com/

Learn more about Omaha’s 2024 Street of Dreams and Metro Omaha Builders Association:

https://www.moba.com/

https://www.moba.com/street-of-dreams-multi-site-luxury-tour-event/

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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/235-greg-katie-frazell/ 

 

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Expert tips for overcoming job site challenges

On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley is chatting with Brady Bankston, owner of Popularis Construction. Brady grew up in the industry with his father who was a carpenter and tile artisan. He eventually developed a love for woodworking and worked for a remodeling company before starting his own business. The word “Popularis” stems from a Latin word meaning “for the people,” and that’s the value that continues to drive the company today.

Tune in to the full episode to learn how to get ahead of problems before they happen and how to deal with unexpected challenges on the job site.

Visit their website to learn more about Popularis Construction: https://popularisconstruction.com/

 

 

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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/234-brady-bankston/ 

 

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9 reasons builders should consider franchising

Today on “The Building Code,” Charley is sitting down with Matt Hollis, chief operating officer at Lexar Homes. In 1993, the company was founded by Matt’s uncle Bob Hollis and his business partner James Moen with the intent to help families fulfill their dream of home ownership at an affordable price. And over 30 years later, their mission still holds true. Matt has been at Lexar for about nine years and really enjoys the frequent change and new challenges it brings.

Listen to the full episode to hear more about what it’s like to run a franchised construction business and the reasons why becoming a franchisee is beneficial.

Visit their website to learn more about Lexar Homes: https://www.lexarhomes.com/

 

Check out Breakthrough Academy’s podcast “Contractor Evolution”: https://www.btacademy.com/contractor-evolution/

 

 

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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/233-matt-hollis/ 

 

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The long-term impact of sustainability in construction

Episode 232:

On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are chatting with Jordan Duggan, general manager at Caprock Design + Build. Jordan has extensive experience in various areas of construction with over 15 years in the industry. He’s always learning about advancements inbuilding science, new product developments and installation techniques in order to build better, healthier homes for their clients.

Listen to the full episode to learn more about sustainable building practices and how to educate homeowners on the value.

Visit their website to learn more about Caprock Design + Build: https://www.caprockdb.com/

 

Check out Jordan’s “BuildWise Podcast” where he and his guests explore the ins and outs of building a high-quality, high-functioning custom homes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-buildwise-podcast/id1735375447

 

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Harnessing the power of reviews to grow your business

Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are sitting down with Chris Meeken, owner of Black Tie Group. With time spent in the U.S. Marine Corps, Chris honed his leadership skills to build a highly skilled team of craftsmen. Now they work together to create partnerships with homeowners and ensure a high-quality, stress-free construction experience.

Tune in to the full episode to hear more about how requesting client reviews and showcasing them on your website can help you win more jobs.

Visit their website to learn more about the Black Tie Group: https://blacktiegroupusa.com/

 

 

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The Building Code summer minisode: Prioritizing quality with Kohler

This summer, we’re bringing you five minisodes of “The Building Code” where we’re getting to know some of the brands we work with for CBUSA and Buildertrend Purchasing. In each of these quick, 15-minute episodes, Zach is chatting exclusively with brand reps to explore each partnership and how their products and services are bringing value to our customers.

Tune in to the second minisode to hear from Andrea Kottas, business development manager, at Kohler. She’s sharing all about how Kohler prioritizes quality and innovation in their product offerings.

 

Head over to Kohler’s website to learn more about their kitchen and bathroom products: https://www.kohler.com/en

 

Learn more about the Kohler partnership available to both:

CBUSA members: https://cbusa.us/brand-partners/

Buildertrend customers: https://buildertrend.com/materials-builders/

 

 

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Why builders should prioritize content and storytelling

Episode 230

On this episode of the “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are chatting with Morgan Molitor, co-founder and creative director at Construction2style. As a husband and wife duo, Morgan and her husband Jamie have used their guiding principle of authenticity to turn what started as a lifestyle blog into a vibrant design + build company and small media enterprise.

Listen to the full episode to hear more about how things like content, storytelling and offering value through workshops and courses can help promote your business’s brand.

 

Visit their website to learn more about Construction2style: https://construction2style.com/

 

Check out their educational content:

• Workshops: https://construction2style.com/workshops/

• Online courses: https://construction2style.com/courses/

 

Read their Behind the Business series to see how Construction2style has grown with the help of Buildertrend: https://buildertrend.com/blog/crafting-sanctuary-spaces/

 

 

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The Building Code summer minisode: Ensuring sustainability with Weyerhaeuser

This summer, we’re bringing you five minisodes of “The Building Code” where we’re getting to know some of the brands we work with for CBUSA and Buildertrend Purchasing. In each of these quick, 15-minute episodes, Zach is chatting exclusively with brand reps to explore each partnership and how their products and services are bringing value to our customers.

Tune in to the second minisode to hear from Bill Rieger and Pete Hess, both sales directors for the Engineered Wood Products Divisions at Weyerhaeuser. They’re sharing all about how Weyerhaeuser’s leadership and expertise in the construction industry is making a lasting impact by ensuring sustainability.

 

Head over to Weyerhaeuser’s website to learn more about their engineered wood products: https://www.weyerhaeuser.com/

 

Learn more about the Andersen partnership available to CBUSA members: https://cbusa.us/brand-partners/

 

If you’re a current CBUSA member, reach out to your regional manager to get connected with a local rep.

 

 

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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/minisode-4-bill-rieger-pete-hess/ 

 

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What it’s really like to be a contractor on a Netflix show

Episode 229:

Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are chatting with Tyler Farrell, owner of Killowen Construction and a bit of a celebrity in the construction world. Tyler and his team build luxury custom homes in Heber City, Utah and surrounding areas. Their goal is to ensure that their work is honest, and their homes are forever. Tyler was also featured as the contractor working with Studio McGee on the Netflix show, “Dream Home Makeover.” He now has over 319,000 followers on Instagram, and his business continues to grow.

Tune in to the full episode to hear from Tyler about his business and how he’s managing his rapidly growing business after working with Netflix.

 

Visit their website to learn more about Killowen Construction: https://killowenco.com/

 

Follow Tyler and the Killowen team on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/killowenconstruction/

 

Learn more about “Dream Home Makeover”: https://studio-mcgee.com/dream-home-makeover/

 

 

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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/229-tyler-farrell/ 

 

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The Building Code summer minisode: Understanding the Sherwin-Williams difference

This summer, we’re bringing you five minisodes of “The Building Code” where we’re getting to know some of the brands we work with for CBUSA and Buildertrend Purchasing. In each of these quick, 15-minute episodes, Zach is chatting exclusively with brand reps to explore each partnership and how their products and services are bringing value to our customers.

Tune in to the second minisode to hear from Jason Jones, director of national accounts, at Sherwin-Williams. He’s sharing all about how their team shows commitment to customer satisfaction and support.

 

Head over to Sherwin-Williams’ website to learn more about their interior and exterior paint offerings: https://www.sherwin-williams.com/

 

Learn more about the Andersen partnership available to CBUSA members: https://cbusa.us/brand-partners/

 

If you’re a current CBUSA member, reach out to your regional manager to get connected with a local rep.

 

 

Read the shownotes for this episode here:

https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/minisode-3-jason-jones/

 

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