The BuildX Podcast

Building tighter homes? You better learn how to breathe right. 😤🏡

In Episode 4 of the BuildX Podcast, Buz sits down with Andrew Popielarski, a Senior Home Energy Rater with over a decade of experience. They break down what it really means to build efficient homes that work—not just pass code. From HERs scores and airtight envelopes to ERVs, crawlspace insulation, and heat pump setups, Andrew shares real-world advice that could save you thousands on your next build.

Whether you’re a builder, architect, or homeowner planning a new project, this one’s a must-watch for anyone serious about energy performance and modern code compliance.

👉 Huge thanks to Andrew Popielarski and the Home Energy Raters crew for keeping our projects dialed in from day one.

📲 Learn more at: homeenergyraters.com

It’s not just a cleanout—it’s a clean start. 🧹❤️In Episode 3 of the BuildX Podcast, Buz sits down with Carlos Ramos from Good Deeds House Cleanouts to talk about the messy, emotional, and often overwhelming reality of clearing out a home after a big life change. From estate cleanouts and downsizing to hoarding situations and forgotten barns—Carlos and his team handle it all, with empathy, flexibility, and a mission to reduce waste.If you’re dealing with a property full of stuff and no clue where to start… this episode is for you.👉 Huge thanks to Carlos and the Good Deeds crew for doing the dirty work with heart.👇 Find Good Deeds Cleanouts online:🔗 gooddeedscleanouts.com

Who’s really running the show on your job site? Spoiler alert: it might be your electrician.In this episode of The BuildX Podcast, Buz sits down with Brett Duguay of BD Electric to talk all things electrical in new construction. From panel upgrades and service planning to EV charger prep and the nightmare fuel that is DIY wiring—Brett breaks down what every homeowner, builder, and GC needs to understand before calling for rough inspections.Whether you’re renovating an older home, planning a new build, or just curious about how your power actually gets from the street to your smart switches, this one’s for you ⚡🏠👉 Big thanks to Brett Duguay & the BD Electric crew for keeping the lights on and the headaches down.👇 Find BD Electric online:🔗 bdelectric.com📲 Instagram: @bdelectricalservicesJust Build Baby! 🇺🇸

Your septic system might be the real boss of your next home project 😬

In Episode 1 of The BuildX podcast, Buz sits down with Kevin Grady of Grady Consulting to talk about the most overlooked—but critical—part of residential construction in Massachusetts: your septic.Whether you’re planning a home addition, thinking about building something new, or just trying to understand if your old tank’s still got it… this one’s for you.👉 Big thanks to Kevin Grady & the Grady Consulting crew for dropping real knowledge.👇 Find Grady Consulting online:GradyConsulting.com