You may not be surprised to learn that the design - build - remodel movement and process is not like building new construction. But you may be surprised that many construction companies specialize in one or the other, and don’t necessarily handle both. You may also be surprised to learn that the movement has connections to a ski community in Vermont. 

 

So what exactly is the design - build - remodel movement? How does it differ from new construction? And, what is the historic connection between the movement and Prickly Mountain, Vermont? Learn the answer to these questions, and hear about the typical process of a project from start to finish, in this episode of Skinny On The Home with host Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney and Josh Fawcett of J&R Construction Services, Inc. 

Listen to learn about:

 

How to get rid of moles in your yard. (Time stamp: 01:50)

 

The history of the design - build process and the design - build movement. (Time stamp: 02:43)

 

Listener Contribution: How to also get rid of the grub worms in your yard that attract moles. (Time stamp: 08:23)

 

How a design - build team steps in and takes care of things and coordinates for you. (Time stamp: 10:11)

 

The pursuit of “creative, professional and economic freedom in inexpensive land and distance from the country’s urban areas”. (Time stamp: 12:48)

 

More on how the design - build movement differs from the traditional steps in home remodeling and construction. (Time stamp: 16:30)

 

Why the design - build movement saves some money over traditional methods. (Time stamp: 18:34)

 

The definition of design - build. (Time stamp: 19:45)

 

Why design drives cost. (Time stamp: 21:00)

 

The typical start of a design - build project. (Time stamp: 23:57)

 

Why some home improvement shows don’t give viewers an accurate depiction of remodeling costs and time investments. (Time stamp: 24:40)

 

Hear a story demonstrating why using local vendors is often superior over buying from out-of-area vendors. (Time stamp: 27:45)

 

Next typical steps of a design - build project. (Time stamp: 31:18)

 

Why J&R Construction gives their clients a graph of their remodel that includes what to expect emotionally. (Time stamp: 35:20)

 

Listener Question: Is the roller that comes with a Zip System critical to use? (Time stamp: 36:47)

 

More on why working with a design - build firm is better for most homeowners. (Time stamp: 35:20)

 

Final typical steps of a design - build project. (Time stamp: 44:46)

As always, a big thank you to our show sponsor, the Building Institute of Central Kentucky! 

 

Don’t put off working toward your journeyman’s license! Skilled trades are as in demand as ever. Through the Building Institute of Central Kentucky, you can get the education and training you need to secure your license. They have courses in HVAC, plumbing, electrical and carpentry, with courses offered at night.

Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success. 

 

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