Sarah and Bruce welcome Dee Tavares, Project Development Manager at YouthBuild Boston and Adjunct Instructor at Wentworth Institute of Technology. Dee, who is helping shape the future of the trade industry, shares with Sarah and Bruce the YouthBuild Boston mission and their programs that are helping diversify the building, construction, architecture and design industries. Plus, Dee talks about the different initiatives he is a part of at Wentworth.

Builder's Notebook is recorded and produced by JDCommunications, Inc

Theme music by Sean Ryan Peters

For more information on Sarah and Bruce visit www.SHConstruction.com and www.BruceIrving.biz

Sarah and Bruce welcome Brendan Driscoll from Driscoll Electric and Ed Sullivan from S+H Construction to take a close look at  house disasters and how to prevent them! Brendan dives into how to head off typical and not-so-typical electrical issues that can happen in you home and S+H's Ed Sullivan is back to talk about all types of water disasters, from ice dams to groundwater, and the best methods to avoid a very costly situation. This is one you won't want to miss!

Builder's Notebook is recorded and produced by JDCommunications, Inc

Theme music by Sean Ryan Peters

For more information on Sarah and Bruce visit www.SHConstruction.com and www.BruceIrving.biz

Sarah and Bruce welcome Paul MacDougall, Principal of MacDougall Plumbing and Mechanical to talk all things heating and cooling. Paul shares some of the main things people want from their heating and cooling systems, along with some of the benefits and drawbacks of various systems. Plus, Paul provides insider knowledge on automated systems.

Builder's Notebook is back! In the first episode of Season Two, Sarah and Bruce catch viewers up on what's kept them busy these past few months, then welcome Tracey Litt of Litt Home Inspection. Tracey de-mystifies the Home Inspection process, what she looks for, how she operates, and why a proper inspection is so important. Plus, Tracey divulges to Sarah and Bruce some of the worst and most expensive things she's seen and gives her honest opinion on why waiving home inspections is a recipe for disaster.

Builder's Notebook is recorded and produced by JDCommunications, Inc

Theme music by Sean Ryan Peters

For more information on Sarah and Bruce visit www.SHConstruction.com and www.BruceIrving.biz

Sarah and Bruce welcome Michael Ferzoco, principal of Eleven Interiors, an award-winning Boston-based interior design firm, in our Season One finale. Sarah, Bruce, and Michael dive into the world of interior design, touching on the difference between hiring a designer for a decoration project vs. a design/build project. Michael explains the stages of the design process and how a designer helps clients navigate through the plethora of choices available to fine-tune their style, turning a concept into reality. Finally, the team discusses the invaluable collaboration between a builder and designer and how this ultimately saves time, money, and your sanity! Have questions for our next season? Reach out to us at [email protected].

Builder's Notebook is recorded and produced by JDCommunications, Inc

Theme music by Sean Ryan Peters

For more information on Sarah and Bruce visit www.SHConstruction.com and www.BruceIrving.biz

New England has one of the richest and most extensive collections of historic residential homes in the country. And while we love our old homes, renovating one of these masterpieces can often be an overwhelming undertaking. For this episode, Sarah and Bruce welcome Treff LaFleche, Principal of LDa Architecture & Interiors and expert on renovating historic homes. Treff shares advice on how to be a good steward to an old house and how to lead with sustainability and comfort. Sarah, Bruce, and Treff also dive into the pros and cons of tackling this type of renovation,and how to remain true to the home's original glory while making it functional for modern living.

Builder's Notebook is recorded and produced by JDCommunications, Inc

Theme music by Sean Ryan Peters

For more information on Sarah and Bruce visit www.SHConstruction.com and www.BruceIrving.biz

Sarah and Bruce are joined by Pete Ferrero, a Job Supervisor at S+H Construction, to discuss the process of a project and the age-old question of what exactly is taking so long! From the early stages of electric, plumbing and drywall to the later stages of flooring, tile work and finishes, Pete weighs in on where exactly all of these items fall within a timeline, how it happens, what the homeowner can do to make sure the process goes smoothly, and how one change can cause a snowball effect.

Builder's Notebook is recorded and produced by JDCommunications, Inc

Theme music by Sean Ryan Peters

For more information on Sarah and Bruce visit www.SHConstruction.com and www.BruceIrving.biz

Sarah and Bruce welcome award-winning architect and principal of Zero Energy Design, Stephanie Horowitz. Learn the difference between a high-performance home, a zero energy or net zero home, and a passive home, and what it takes to design them. Stephanie, Sarah and Bruce also share their knowledge on updating an older home to make it more energy efficient, and why windows can make a world of a difference.

Builder's Notebook is recorded and produced by JDCommunications, Inc

Theme music by Sean Ryan Peters

For more information on Sarah and Bruce visit www.SHConstruction.com and www.BruceIrving.biz

Sarah and Bruce welcome Lucy Dearborn, owner of Lucia Lighting in Lynn, MA to talk all things lighting! From proper layering in kitchens to  creating the right ambiance outdoors to the evolution of LED lighting, this lively discussion provides tips on how lighting might just be one of the most important design decisions for your home.

Wood gutters, uneven flooring, cracking in the walls – should you be concerned? If you're considering buying an older home, what clues should you look for to help determine how well the home was cared for and what should make you run? Sarah and Bruce discuss how your eyes, nose, and feet can tell you a lot more than you think.

Builder's Notebook is recorded and produced by JDCommunications, Inc

Theme music by Sean Ryan Peters

For more information on Sarah and Bruce visit www.SHConstruction.com and www.BruceIrving.biz