In this episode, we sit down with Terry Pearson from LIDA Construction Inc. who shares the highs, lows, and chaos of life in construction. From a project full of drama to moving on to a far more fulfilling opportunity, he opens up about the lessons he’s learned, how many homes he’s built, and what keeps him passionate about the trades. Thanks again to Terry for joining us today! https://lidahomes.ca If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our host...
In this episode of Better Building With Buck, we’re joined by our special guest, Jeff Borovitz with Sandler, to break down one of the smartest moves you can make in any building project: having the right conversations early. We dive into the critical difference between needs, wants, and wishes in design — and why defining them upfront can save time, money, and headaches down the road. From first-time homeowners to seasoned builders, this episode offers practical advice on how to set expectat...
We're talking about tariffs and Canadian homebuilders on today's episode of our "Better Building With Buck" podcast - and a big thank-you to our special guest, Ben Station with "Station Craft", for joining us today to discuss this very important topic. In this episode, we dive into how the ongoing US-Canada tariff situation is affecting Canadian homebuilders and construction suppliers. With rising costs and supply chain challenges, we discuss how supporting local Canadian suppliers can...
We're reading AITA Reddit stories today! This is Part 3 of a new series we're doing where we read and answer questions people on Reddit have about whether or not they were the AH during a construction project. ***Disclaimer: This is all in good fun and for educational purposes! Hopefully we will be able to answer any questions or concerns you may relate to regarding your own home project! Stay tuned because there's more to come! If you are at the beginning stages of building your ho...
Have you ever considered working in the trades? What about a career in plumbing? Here's what our special guest (and 1st Year Apprentice) Mark has to share about his experience! Welcome to "Apprentices' Corner" - a new(ish) segment of our podcast where we interview apprentices to get their fresh POV on the construction industry! Maybe you can relate to what they share about working in the trades or maybe you're interested in learning more about a particular trade - but whatever made you click...
Taylor McCarthy of Frontera Custom Homes joins us today to talk about building a business in the construction industry - and if you're in the trades and run your own business, you may be able to relate to what Jordan and Taylor share in this episode of Better Building With Buck! Frontera Custom Homes: https://fronterahomes.ca/ If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interi...
Have you ever considered working in the trades? Here's what our special guest (and 2nd Year Apprentice) Andrew has to share about his experience! If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and CAD Technician, Rhiannon Britten; share their expertise on home building and construction protocols, while discussing the benefits of hiring a Design-Build company like...
We're reading AITA Reddit stories today! This is Part 2 of a new series we're doing where we read and answer questions people on Reddit have about whether or not they were the AH during a construction project. There will be some cringing and laughter from our side - but hopefully we will also be able to answer any questions or concerns you may relate to regarding your own home project! Stay tuned because there's more to come! If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, ...
Do you work in construction, too? In this episode, we chat about our lives in the building world and what inspired us back in our childhood days to now work with tools, clients, and teams - with our special guest, Kai Grenier from Greycor Projects Limited! If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and CAD Technician, Rhiannon Britten; share their...
In this episode, we discuss "going green" with net zero homes in British Columbia with our special guest, Lane O'Brien from O'Brien Contracting! If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and CAD Technician, Rhiannon Britten; share their expertise on home building and construction protocols, while discussing the benefits of hiring a Design-Build compan...
We're reading AITA Reddit stories today! This is Part 1 of a new series we're doing where we read and answer questions people on Reddit have about whether or not they were the AH during a construction project. There will be some cringing and laughter from our side - but hopefully we will also be able to answer any questions or concerns you may relate to regarding your own home project! Stay tuned because there's more to come! If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, ...
It's a "depends" question: Is it worth your savings to renovate your older home...? Or should you invest your money in building a new home? If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and CAD Technician, Rhiannon Britten; share their expertise on home building and construction protocols, while discussing the benefits of hiring a Design-Build company like Buck...
Our "Better Building With Buck" podcast is back! And for our 11th episode, we talk about the "integrated design process" and why it is SO important when it comes to building your new home!!! Curious to find out why? (You should be... especially if you're thinking about building soon... just saying. But seriously.) New episodes out the first Thursday of every month! (It may take a second for us to get back into our groove, but we are excited to be back sharing what we are passionate about to...
Today's special guest is Mark Bernhardt from Bernhardt Contracting in Victoria (Vancouver Island, BC)! In this episode, we discuss BC Step Codes, energy efficiency, health and comfort, and why you should be building a high performance home. If your budget only allowed you to build a McMansion OR prioritize your family's health... what would you choose? If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Build...
Since it's now the "spooky month", we thought we would try something a little different for this episode and talk about a haunted house - but this isn't any ordinary haunted house... For this special episode, Rhiannon shares with us the love story that built this beautiful and historical building. We do a deep dive into the unique architecture and the craftsmanship that went into creating this amazing structure - and share why it has been on the market for 14 years... CITINGS (info that we ...
Today we have our boys, Marshall and Dawson, joining Jordan in talking about their experiences working in the construction industry and for Buck Robertson Contracting. If you've been thinking about a career in carpentry, give these guys an ear! The world wouldn't have homes if it weren't for apprentices like Marshall and Dawson - they get the job done and we are grateful to have these hardworking lads on our team! If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for...
Today we are discussing acreage properties, Built Green, and high performance homes with our special guest, Pedro, from Sunset Homes in Calgary, Alberta! If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and CAD Technician, Rhiannon Britten; share their expertise on home building and construction protocols, while discussing the benefits of hiring a Design-Build com...
Today we are discussing roof designs and why they're so important to plan out properly at the beginning stages of building. Afterall, building your home will possibly be the biggest investment you'll ever make, so why wouldn't you want to make sure everything is budgeted and expertly and thoughtfully organized before dipping into your savings? If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Rober...
Today we are discussing pre-construction contracts and why they're so important to have at the beginning stages of building. A pre-construction contract allows you, your contractors and your designers to work out the pros and cons of your needs and wants for your home before any construction begins. A pre-construction contract is also the best introduction to who you will be working with (your contractors and designers) - after all, building your home will possibly be the biggest investment y...
Today we are discussing the benefits of building a "boxy house" (as opposed to a house with lots of angles and cosmetic features) on Vancouver Island and Nanaimo, BC. We also review the many options you have when it comes to designing the wants and needs of your home - "boxy" doesn't have to mean plain or boring! If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and...