Welcome to a very special episode of Let Jaime Talk — where we’re dedicating time exclusively to answering questions from our Patreon supporters.

This is Part 1 of 2, and it’s packed with great builder questions, tool talk, personal stories, and behind-the-scenes insight you won’t hear anywhere else.

In this episode, Jaime tackles:

🔧 Jobsite strategies and custom homebuilding tips

🛠️ Some tough questions from some of our most loyal fans

📦 Behind-the-scenes stories you’ve never heard

💬 Personal reflections and future plans

This episode is for our Patreon community, but we wanted to share it with everyone to give you a taste of what’s going on in that exclusive feed. If you enjoy this episode, stay tuned for Part 2, and consider supporting us on Patreon to ask your own questions in future Q&As!

👉 Got a question for Jaime? Join the community and ask us directly at: https://www.patreon.com/c/Perkinsbuilderbrothers

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In Episode 40, we’re dedicating most of the show to something every builder has to face — the building inspection process.

Join Jaime Perkins as he walks through a real Building Inspections Code Report, breaking down what inspectors are looking for, how to prepare for a smooth pass, and the little things that often trip people up. Whether you're a homeowner, contractor, or just curious about how inspections actually work, this episode pulls back the curtain.

We also spend a few minutes checking in on the MEGA Modern Build, with updates on:

🪵 Cabinet installs

🛠️ Porch railings

🏠 How it’s all coming together in the final stretch

In this episode:

✅ A hands-on look at a real inspection report

🧠 Jaime’s tips on working with inspectors (not against them)

🪚 Progress updates from the job site

💬 Thoughts on what’s coming next

Got questions about inspections, permits, or building codes? Drop them in the comments for a future episode.

#LetJaimeTalk #BuildingInspections #CodeReport #PerkinsBuilderBrothers #MEGAModernBuild #CabinetInstall #HomeBuildingPodcast #BehindTheBuild #ConstructionTips #Episode40

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Link to ENTER TO WIN Jaime's TOOLBELT: https://gleam.io/GB4lm/win-jaime-perkins-tool-belt-setup

In Episode 39, we’re taking your questions from P123 on the Perkins Builder Brothers channel and digging deeper into what’s happening behind the scenes as we work to finish up both the interior and exterior of the MEGA Modern Build.

Jaime shares updates from the job site as the final stages start to come together — from some interior finishings to MEGA exterior decking and railings. It's all about the finish punch list progress. The countdown to getting a CO is on!

But that’s not all — this episode also includes a more personal side of the conversation, where Jaime talks about why he’s constantly curious, always asking questions, and never done learning — even after decades of building.

In this episode:

🏗️ Progress on the inside and outside of the MEGA Build

📦 What’s left, what’s changing, and what’s working

💬 Fan questions from P123 — answered with real builder insight

🧠 Jaime’s mindset around curiosity, growth, and learning on (and off) the job site

It’s a mix of practical updates, builder Q&A, and thoughtful reflection — with plenty of sawdust in between.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Opening and Morning Chit Chat

00:08:30 - Jaime's Plumbing/Water Spigot Thing?

00:18:30 - ep123 Perkins BB Questions

00:37:05 - Jaime's Life Motto

00:42:36 - back to ep123 Perkins BB Questions

01:16:40 - Ending and Patreon Questions

👉 Got a question or topic for a future episode? Drop it in the comments!

#LetJaimeTalk #PerkinsBuilderBrothers #MEGAModernBuild #P125 #BuilderQandA #HomeStretch #BuilderMindset #LifelongLearning #BehindTheBuild #ConstructionPodcast

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In Episode 38, we’re back at it — answering your latest questions from P121 on the Perkins Builder Brothers channel. From jobsite curiosities to build sequence questions, Jaime Perkins breaks it all down with his usual no-fluff, straight-from-the-site style.

If you commented, DMed, or just thought “why are they doing it that way?” — this episode might have your answer.

In this episode:

💬 Jaime responds to fan and follower questions from P121

🛠️ Insight into current jobsite progress and the “why” behind certain build choices

🎯 Lessons from the MEGA build that are shaping the next project

📦 Some tool talk (of course) and the kind of stuff you don’t always see in the videos

It’s a laid-back, Q&A-style episode — perfect for anyone who loves the behind-the-scenes thinking that goes into every build.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Welcome and Morning Chit Chat

00:07:00 - Upcoming GIVEAWAY

00:14:17 - ep121 Fan Questions

01:02:00 - Wrap Up Discussion & Ending

👉 Got a question for a future episode? Drop it in the comments or tag us!

#LetJaimeTalk #PerkinsBuilderBrothers #P121 #BuilderQandA #JobsiteTalk #ConstructionPodcast #BehindTheBuild #MEGAModernBuild

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In Episode 37, we're digging into your questions from P120 on the Perkins Builder Brothers channel — and talking about all the real-life chaos and progress happening as we race toward the finish line of the MEGA Modern Build.

From concrete board and stucco columns to stopping by to help out Arlo, the inside and outside of the house are coming along. But with so many moving pieces, we’re asking the big question: Can we finally see the light at the end of the tunnel?

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Welcome and Morning Chit Chat

00:13:45 - P120 Questions

01:18:30 - Ending and Sign Off

Whether you're following the MEGA Build week by week or just love hearing the messy truth behind big projects, this one’s a solid check-in from the trenches.

👉 Got more questions for the next episode? Drop 'em in the comments or shoot us a message!

#LetJaimeTalk #MegaModernBuild #PerkinsBuilderBrothers #FinishingPhase #BuilderPodcast #ConstructionQandA #P120 #HomeStretchBuilding #BehindTheBuild

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Sorry for the delayed post, we have been having some issues with our podcast platform publishing our schedule posts.

In Episode 36, we’re circling back to P114 from the Perkins Builder Brothers channel to answer your most-asked questions and dive deeper into what’s coming next — including what kind of foundation we’re planning for the next big build.

Jaime talks through a bunch of viewer-submitted questions from the comments section, covering everything from build sequence strategy to framing details you may have missed. Then we shift gears into real-time progress at the MEGA Modern Home, where interior door installation is in full swing.

In this episode:🧱 What we’re thinking for the next build’s foundation — and why🚪 Behind-the-scenes on interior doors at the MEGA build💬 Honest answers to fan questions from P114📦 Jobsite updates, builder logic, and a few tangents (of course)

If you’re following along with the MEGA build or just want a peek into how a full-time builder thinks through next steps — this episode’s for you. 👉 Drop your questions for the next one in the comments or DM us!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro AND Chit Chat

00:11:30 - The Meat and Potatoes

01:14:05 - Ending #LetJaimeTalk

#PerkinsBuilderBrothers #MEGAModernBuild #P114Questions #InteriorDoors #BuilderQandA #FoundationPlanning #ConstructionPodcast #behindthebuild

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In Episode 35, we're heading back behind the scenes of the MEGA Modern Build P116, diving into another round of fan questions, jobsite insights, and unexpected tool talk — including a little side quest into... table saws? Yep, it gets real.

Jaime Perkins is tackling your latest questions about the build, from framing choices to tool preferences, workflow quirks, and the not-so-glamorous stuff no one ever talks about. And somehow, we end up deep in a rabbit hole about the pros and cons of table saws on a fast-paced jobsite.

In this episode:

🏠 Smart decisions (and second guesses) from the MEGA build

🧰 Why the tool you don’t think you need might actually be essential

🪚 Jaime’s evolving thoughts on table saws, mobility, and jobsite efficiency

💬 Honest answers to your YouTube comments and podcast DMs

This is one of those "pull up a chair in the shop" episodes — loose, honest, and packed with practical stuff for builders, DIYers, and anyone who’s followed the journey from slab to structure.

👉 Got a question for the next one? Drop it in the comments or send us a DM.

#LetJaimeTalk #MegaModernBuild #PerkinsBuilderBrothers #TableSaws #BuilderQandA #JobsiteTools #WoodworkingPodcast #BeyondTheBuild

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Jaime Perkins is facing a decision a lot of us have wrestled with:

Should he build a garage or a carport for his next home project?

In this episode, Jaime fires up SketchUp and talks through all the things he’s considering — from long-term use to build difficulty, costs, layout, site logistics, and so much more! Who knew that there could be so many things to think about?

It’s a behind-the-scenes look at a real builder’s thought process, where he weighs:

🚗 Pros & cons of carports vs garages

📐 Site planning challenges

💸 Time, budget & labor trade-offs

🧠 How SketchUp helps visualize the decision before breaking ground

If you’ve ever debated between building a carport or a garage — or just want to see how a professional custom home builder breaks down design choices in real time — this is for you.

👉 What would YOU choose — garage or carport? Let us know in the comments!

#SketchUpDesign #CarportVsGarage #JaimePerkins #LetJaimeTalk #HomeAdditions #BuilderDecisions #GarageDesign #SketchUpPlanning #PerkinsBuilderBrothers

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In Episode 33 of The Let Jaime Talk Podcast we are diving in to p112 of the Perkins Builder Brothers MEGA Modern Home project and going Beyond The Build, we're back with another Q&A session — but with a twist (and some shavings on the floor).

Jaime Perkins dives into your latest fan questions, covering everything from project planning to tool regrets — and yes, we get into hand planes...again: which ones Jaime really loves, and why they’re still relevant on today’s job sites.

This episode is part builder insight, part tool geek-out, and all-around classic Let Jaime Talk — with real stories, a few tangents, and tips that can actually help you on your next build.

In this episode:

📐 Answers to fan-submitted questions about recent builds

🪚 The hand planes Jaime swears by

🧰 Why old-school tools still matter — even on modern projects

📦 A few job site stories you probably weren’t expecting

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just someone who loves the sound of a sharp plane shaving wood, this one’s got something for you.

👉 Have a question for a future episode? Drop it in the comments or DM us!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:07:30 - Cool Hand Planes

00:16:30 - MEGA P112 Questions

01:18:30 - Ending

Got more questions? Drop them in the comments or send them in for a future episode!

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AS ALWAYS: A special shout-out to:

Our STICK BUILT members: Dakota Smith, Casey Nix, AJ Olijnyk, Garret Crane, Evan Thayer, Hiram Andrews, Jeff Wheat, Kitterbell, Steven Hovey, Jacob Swain, Erik Ekman, Kalman Grof-Tisza, Jeff Edmonds, Gavin Joyce, dthiem6, Anthony Renzema

As well as our HAMMER TIME members: Eric H., Brian Thomas, Lou, Kent Orourke, Mike Von Neupert, and Sean Magin!

Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters for being a member and making this podcast possible! I

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In this episode, we're going beyond the job site and straight into the comment section — answering your best (and boldest) questions about the MEGA Modern Home P110 episode from the Perkins Builder Brothers Channel.

From design decisions to tool choices, layout tweaks to “why the heck did you do it that way?” — nothing is off-limits. Jaime and Brett are diving deep into the details you asked about, with behind-the-scenes insight you didn’t see on the main build video.

We cover:

🏗️ Smart (and not-so-smart) choices during construction

🔨 Lessons learned the hard way

📐 Fan questions about layout, finishes, and framing

🛠️ Tools and techniques that made the biggest difference

💬 Fun behind-the-scenes stories that didn’t make the cut

Whether you're following the MEGA Modern Home project from day one or just tuning in, this is a great chance to hear the why behind the build — straight from the builders themselves.

👉 Watch Mega Modern Build Ep. 110 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?vLPzSw-gKY

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:42 - MEGA P110 Questions

01:06:55 - Ending

Got more questions? Drop them in the comments or send them in for a future episode!

#MEGAModernHome #LetJaimeTalk #BuilderQandA #FanQuestions #HomeBuildPodcast #PerkinsBuilderBrothers #BeyondTheBuild

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AS ALWAYS: A special shout-out to:

Our STICK BUILT members: Dakota Smith, Casey Nix, AJ Olijnyk, Garret Crane, Evan Thayer, Hiram Andrews, Jeff Wheat, Kitterbell, Steven Hovey, Jacob Swain, Erik Ekman, Kalman Grof-Tisza, Jeff Edmonds, Gavin Joyce, dthiem6, Anthony Renzema

As well as our HAMMER TIME members: Eric H., Brian Thomas, Lou, Kent Orourke, Mike Von Neupert, and Sean Magin!

Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters for being a member and making this podcast possible!

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