How to build a new home with Brett Watton

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How to build a new home with Brett Watton, sponsored and brought to you by Stroud Homes Mackay, is a podcast all about building new homes. From information about questions you should ask your builder, to an in depth look at the major reasons for cost blow outs during builds, to global and national building trends. If you are thinking about building a new home in the future this is the podcast for you!

Episodes

  1. Jul 10

    Inclusions Part 1! What you need to ask your builder that will save you thousands on your home!!

    The episode covers the importance of inclusions when building a new home, with a focus on flooring materials such as carpets, vinyl, and tiles. Each flooring material is discussed in detail, highlighting the key considerations and questions to ask builders to make informed decisions. The episode emphasizes the significance of understanding inclusions and making choices that lead to long-lasting and satisfactory outcomes. Takeaways Inclusions are an important consideration when building a new homeUnderstanding the details of flooring materials is crucial for making informed decisions Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap01:16 Understanding Carpets03:03 Vinyl Flooring Considerations05:21 Tile Selection and Considerations07:44 Inclusions and Decision-Making

  2. Jul 4

    Avoid these building mistakes! Why timeframes matter!!

    In episode 4 Brett discusses the impact of build times on construction costs, highlighting the significance of time frames and their potential cost implications. It covers the impact of developers and land titles, builders' lead times and build times, as well as consultant and client sabotage on the construction process and costs. Takeaways Build times significantly impact construction costsDevelopers, builders, and clients play a crucial role in the duration and cost of construction. Chapters 00:00 The Impact of Build Times07:17 Consultant and Client Sabotage

  3. Jul 1

    Building on a Sloped Block: Smart Buy or Costly Mistake?

    In this episode, Brett Watton discusses the challenges and considerations when building on sloped blocks. He provides valuable insights on assessing, reading contour lines, managing earthworks, and avoiding premium costs. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding the slope and making informed decisions to build affordably. Takeaways Assessing the slope is crucial for cost estimationReading contour lines helps in understanding the land's elevation

  4. Jun 26

    Why your FIRST building quote is NOT the final price!!

    The podcast episode discusses the importance of understanding that the first building quote is not the final price, the significance of a detailed consultation, the importance of choosing a thorough estimate, and the factors that impact the cost of a build. Takeaways First building quote is an Estimate not a final priceDo you want the cheapest estimate or the most accurate one?Choose a detailed estimate for accuracy Chapters 00:00 The First Building Quote05:02 Thorough Estimate

  5. Jun 24

    Pilot - How to build a new home

    Brett Watton introduces the 'How to Build a New Home' podcast, sharing his inspiration for starting it and the topics he plans to cover. He aims to empower listeners with valuable information and equip them for a positive building experience. Takeaways Empowerment through informationEquipping for a positive building experience Chapters Introducing How to Build a New Home Podcast

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How to build a new home with Brett Watton, sponsored and brought to you by Stroud Homes Mackay, is a podcast all about building new homes. From information about questions you should ask your builder, to an in depth look at the major reasons for cost blow outs during builds, to global and national building trends. If you are thinking about building a new home in the future this is the podcast for you!

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