If you're not talking to your window rep until after framing… you're already behind. 🪟

In Episode #25 of the BuildX Podcast, Buz sits down with Chad Nicoli of Pella Windows to break down the real-world challenges of window selection, lead times, code compliance, and what builders get wrong all the time.

With over a decade working with custom builders across Massachusetts, Chad shares insight that could save you from major delays—and help you build smarter, tighter, and better.

✅ Planning tips that save weeks

✅ Energy performance and compliance

✅ What sets Pella apart from the rest

✅ The truth about window install fails

✅ Why timelines are getting tighter, not longer

👇 Learn more:

🌐 pellabranch.com

📲 Instagram: @pellawindows

📺 Watch the BuildX Podcast on YouTube.com/@BuildX_USA

🎧 Search The BuildX Podcast on Spotify

Just Build Baby! 🇺🇸

📺 Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

02:12 - Chad’s background in construction and windows

04:45 - What Pella is known for

06:30 - Timelines & planning mistakes

09:40 - How builders choose windows

12:20 - Energy performance & code

17:05 - Custom builder expectations

19:30 - Pella’s new products

22:00 - Big mistakes on job sites

26:55 - Trends in glass and styles

30:50 - Advice for builders

33:10 - Closing thoughts

Just Build Baby! 🇺🇸