Smarter homes start with smarter choices. Guest Mark Bernhardt (Bernhardt Contracting) explains how HEET (Home Energy Efficiency Tool) turns thousands of energy-upgrade variables into clear, cost-smart options, and why continuing education (CPD) and integrated design are vital for builders and homeowners alike.

We also spotlight the upcoming CHBA BC Builder Education Summit (Oct 8–9, Richmond), where builders, inspectors, and designers learn side-by-side—delivering faster permits, fewer surprises, and better outcomes for everyone. Looking ahead, Mark shares his take on prefab, resilience, and how AI is already reshaping construction.

You will find “Measure Twice, Cut Once” on iTunes, Spotify podcasts. For images, transcript, and resources shared by Guido Wimmers, go to https://havan.ca/episode-78-building-education-and-energy-advisors

Thanks to sponsors: FortisBC, BC Housing, BC Hydro, Trail Appliances, Rami Films, jPod productions, and AI Technology & Design. It takes a team to build a home, as it does to build a podcast.

HAVAN – the Homebuilders Association Vancouver rRepresents over 1,100 members. We’ve been a trusted voice in the homebuilding industry since 1974. Our members include builders, developers, renovators, designers, suppliers, trades, and professionals — the people who build over 65% of Metro Vancouver’s homes. As a not-for-profit association, we bring people together — connecting industry and consumers through education, resources, and shared opportunities. We work closely with government to promote smart policy, with a focus on housing solutions that meet the region’s growing needs and are proudly  affiliated with CHBA BC and CHBA National.