Flooring Matters!

You may be missing the subtle yet crucial signs of underlying problems in your home that manifest in your flooring. So this week we're diving into the often overlooked topic of flooring for our building performance failures installment.

Curtis Lawson and Toner Kersting break down everything you need to know about choosing the right flooring for your project. We cover a lot of area with the different types of flooring options, their pros and cons, and how to ensure a successful installation. From outdated industry standards to the influence of design elements, we explore why flooring is often overlooked and underestimated. Learn about the importance of proper planning, the impact of your design choices, and the common issues that can arise with flooring.

After listening to this you will be able to better understand the challenges and misconceptions surrounding flooring choices and their impact on performance criteria.

So get ready for an informative and entertaining conversation that will guide you towards the key aspects of proper planning and execution for your flooring projects. Whether you're a homeowner, contractor, or interior designer, this episode has something for everyone.

Don't miss out on this must-listen episode!

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TONER KERSTING, Toner Home Matters

https://www.tonerhomematters.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/toner-home-matters/

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CURTIS LAWSON, Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors⁠

https://yourprojectshepherd.com/⁠

Phone: 281.305.8281

Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to build a custom home?

CURTIS LAWSON, GMB, CGB, CAPS

Founder & Principal at Crafted Custom Homes + Renovations⁠⁠⁠

https://craftedhome.com/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠

In light of the scorching temperatures outside, we bring you a much-needed conversation about HVAC performance and installation.

Joining Curtis Lawson and Toner Kersting for this timely topic is HVAC expert Lee Kurtas (President at High Performance Home Systems). Lee's deep expertise in HVAC, spray foam insulation, building science, and legal consulting offers a unique perspective for this educational exchange that you don't want to miss!

This light and entertaining conversation is centered around helping you understand how your HVAC system is functioning in your home and how to avoid common mistakes and problems that can lead to failures. We dig into the common misconceptions about AC systems, HVAC systems not working properly, major issues caused by improper installation or design, correct equipment selection tips, and much more!

So tune in for valuable advice and guidance on all things HVAC and keep cool!

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LEE KURTAS, President at High Performance Home Systems

https://highperformancehomesystems.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-kurtas-7790b225/

Phone: 713.367.0098

CURTIS LAWSON

Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors

https://yourprojectshepherd.com/

Phone: 281.305.8281

Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to build a custom home?

CURTIS LAWSON, GMB, CGB, CAPS

Founder & Principal at Crafted Custom Homes + Renovations⁠⁠

https://craftedhome.com/⁠⁠ ⁠

Curtis Lawson is joined by Mike England (VP at Energy Ogre) to discuss the best way to save money on your electricity bill if you live in Texas. We are going to educate you, the homeowners, about a service that can help you save big!

Energy Ogre is a pioneering managed residential electricity platform that guides homeowners through the complex energy market, ensuring the best electricity plan is chosen. We explore how Energy Ogre helps consumers find the best electricity plan to maximize savings. From evaluating demand profiles to running them against supply profiles, Energy Ogre analyzes your usage and compares plans from different providers, taking the guesswork out of finding the most cost-effective energy plan for you.

🌟The general rule of thumb is if you're paying over $300 a month, you're likely overpaying!

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🌟Learn about Energy Ogre's dedication to helping the elderly and economically disadvantaged, and their vision to make an impact specifically in those communities.

Don't miss this informative conversation!

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Curtis Lawson - Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors

Curtis Lawson, GMB, CGB, CAPS - Founder & Principal at Crafted Custom Homes + Renovations⁠⁠

https://craftedhome.com/⁠⁠ ⁠

In this Building Technologies installment of the Your Project Shepherd Construction Podcast, Curtis Lawson and Toner Kersting, are joined by Bradly Hirdes and Jeff Ehrich to discuss alternative wall assemblies, focusing on ICF and 3D printing - where tradition meets innovation.

These four delve into the benefits of exploring diverse construction methods beyond the traditional timber framing approach, underlining the significance of alternative approaches in elevating energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Jeff Ehrich, President of Seaside Construction and Coastal ICF Supply, discusses the Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) method that creates robust and energy-efficient walls by combining foam blocks with concrete core. Their dialogue illuminates the advantages of ICF, such as top-notch insulation, resistance to the elements, improved indoor air quality and thermodynamics, and speed of construction.

Bradly Hirdes, Founder & Architect at Ordinary Architecture Practice, challenges traditional norms, harnessing technology to create structures with unmatched precision and sustainability using 3D printing tech to construct exterior walls and interior walls. Their exchanged insights on the transformative potential of 3D printing in architecture, and the impact on the future of building design are fascinating.

Tune in for this educational conversation and explore the ways to construct stronger, more energy-efficient homes. Don't miss out on this insightful episode!

Get in Touch:

BRADLY HIRDES, AIA - Founder of Ordinary Architecture Practice

https://ordinaryarch.com/

https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/hood-c-pfvwus-pf~1706560145

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradly-hirdes-aia-868231156/

https://www.instagram.com/ordinaryarch/?hl=en

JEFF EHRICH - President of Seaside Construction & ICF Coastal Supply

https://seaside-construction.com/

https://www.coastalicfsupply.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ehrich-889a407/

https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/seaside-construction-custom-home-builder-pfvwus-pf~1199859856/__public

https://www.instagram.com/seasideconstruction/

https://www.pinterest.com/seasideconstr/

Phone: 409.256.4888

https://www.tonerhomematters.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/toner-home-matters/

https://www.facebook.com/TONERhomematters/

Your Shepherd/Host:

CURTIS LAWSON - Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors

http://www.shepherdconstructionadvisors.com

Phone: 281.305.8281

Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠

CURTIS LAWSON, GMB, CGB, CAPS - Founder & Principal at Crafted Custom Homes + Renovations

https://craftedhome.com/⁠⁠

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Join host Curtis Lawson and co-host Toner Kersting, alongside special guest Gordon Fox, President at Fox Residential Services Group, as they shed light on the crucial role of home inspections and common issues uncovered, from roof to foundation. In the construction industry, there is a prevailing perception that home inspectors are seen as adversaries by builders, often leading to intentional avoidance of inspections in order to evade accountability, but this perception must be dispelled, and a collaborative approach should be embraced to ensure the homeowner's best interests are prioritized, promoting thorough verifications and quality assurance across the board.

🎙️The podcast aims to raise awareness and educate homeowners, contractors, architects, builders, and designers on the foundation, team, communication, and proper execution necessary for a successful custom home build. At Crafted Custom Homes & Renovations, we firmly believe in upholding a collaborative approach when constructing homes, and we have partnered all of the inspectors that we have featured as guests on this show, for all of our projects, to ensure meticulous inspections and quality control, ensuring that the homeowner's interests are safeguarded and the construction process stays on track. Trust but Verify! ✅

We encourage listeners to check out previous episodes and send in any questions for future Q&A episodes.

GET IN TOUCH:

Gordon Fox - Founder & President of Fox Inspection Group

⁠https://www.foxinspectiongroup.com/⁠

TONER KERSTING - Founder of Toner Home Matters⁠https://www.tonerhomematters.com/ ⁠

⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/toner-home-matters/⁠

⁠https://www.facebook.com/TONERhomematters/ ⁠

Reach out to your host, Curtis Lawson

Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors

Want to build a custom home?

⁠https://craftedhome.com/⁠⁠ ⁠

In this candid and relatable discussion, Curtis Lawson, Toner Kersting and special guest, Robert Coreale, explore the critical topic of building performance failures and roofing failures. They get into the nitty gritty and the importance of using appropriate products and following correct procedures to prevent issues and failures from arising.

Robert Coreale, Owner & President of Tile Roofs of Texas, shares his expert insights and unique perspective through real-world experiences from the last 30 years of running his own business, and collaborations with Toner on building forensic projects.

🎙️The podcast aims to educate homeowners, contractors, architects, builders, and designers on the foundation, team, communication, and proper execution necessary for a successful custom home build. We encourage listeners to check out previous episodes and send in any questions for future Q&A episodes.

GET IN TOUCH:

https://www.facebook.com/tileroofs/

https://www.instagram.com/tile_roofs_of_texas/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/tile-roofs-of-texas/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/toner-home-matters/

https://www.facebook.com/TONERhomematters/

Join hosts Curtis Lawson and Toner Kersting with special guest Shadrick Wall, Co-Founder and COO of First Defense Insulation, in our latest episode. We explore the critical role of insulation in the building envelope and debunk foam insulation misconceptions.

Discover how structural deficiencies are often due to misapplication, not the foam itself. We shed light on the foam industry's misinformation and stress considering existing homes' complexity when using foam insulation—factors like cooking habits and cultural practices impact its performance. We explore situations where foam may not be suitable, such as specific roof pitches or historic buildings, prompting the need for alternative insulation methods.

Our seasoned experts in this field, Toner and Shadrick, share their stories of assessing projects gone awry due to improper spray foam application. Learn why choosing the right spray foam company is vital for your home's health and functionality. We reveal that a home is a living organism, where following plans is just one part of proper functionality. Gain valuable insights to make informed decisions for your custom home aspirations.

Don't miss this eye-opening discussion!

Get in Touch:

Co-Founder & COO of First Defense Insulation

https://www.linkedin.com/company/first-defense-insulation/about/

https://www.facebook.com/FirstDefenseInsulation/

https://www.youtube.com/@UCQNXJ30IioKiA3dvtczYroA

https://www.tonerhomematters.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/toner-home-matters/

https://www.facebook.com/TONERhomematters/

Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors

Want to build a custom home?

https://craftedhome.com/⁠⁠

Join us as we explore the dynamic world of architectural design trends on this episode of the Your Project Shepherd Podcast. This engaging discussion is led by your host, Curtis Lawson, with three industry-leading experts: Brinn Miracle (Co-Founder of ArchiTangent), Bryce Conner (Owner & Principal at B Ingenious Designs), and David Cox (Founder of Design DCA).

As pioneers of creativity and functionality, our guests represent a diverse range of expertise, including corporate, commercial, and both production and custom residential spaces. Their extensive experience and collective knowledge allow us to delve deep into how design trends have evolved and influenced their approach to innovative designing.

Homes today have transcended their traditional roles, transforming into multifunctional spaces that cater to the ever-changing needs and lifestyles of modern individuals. They share their insights on the development of these trends and how they creatively address the challenges faced by contemporary living, from exterior forms and mixed materials to flexible floorplans and unique integrations.

With the aim of educating our listeners and empowering them for successful custom home build projects, this conversation is an invaluable resource to get informed before you embark on a journey towards creating a home that reflects your unique vision and aspirations.

Tune in now to get inspired!

👉 Where to Listen & Subscribe

Bonus: Accompanying every episode are show notes with links to guest speakers, transcriptions of the interviews, and other helpful sites mentioned in the podcast. You may find these on our website.

OUR GUESTS:

David Cox, Founder of Design DCA

https://designdca.com/https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/design-dca-pfvwus-pf~2013383371/__public

https://www.facebook.com/designdca/

https://www.instagram.com/designdca/

Brinn Miracle, Co-Founder of ArchiTangent

https://www.architangent.com/

https://www.instagram.com/architangent/

https://www.facebook.com/Architangent

Bryce Conner, Owner and Principal Architect at B Ingenious Designs

https://bingeniousdesigns.com/

https://www.instagram.com/b.i.designs/

https://www.facebook.com/bingeniousdesigns/

Email: [email protected]

Reach out to your host, Curtis Lawson

Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors

⁠⁠⁠https://craftedhome.com/⁠⁠

Joining us for this special episode are three fantastic designers who are all based here in the Houston area. We have Shannon Vestal back on the podcast for a second time, along with Vyara Johnson and Laura Rickaway.

For this panel discussion your host Curtis Lawson is the thorn among the roses and brings his perspective as a builder to the table, while our designers give us their tips, insights and thoughts on what is trending and what to stay away from. From the exterior to the inside of your home, to the smallest details you don't want to miss this episode!

Watch all of our VIDEO episodes on our YouTube page:

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OUR GUESTS:

Laura Rickaway, Founder of Laura Rickaway Interiors

https://www.instagram.com/laurarickawayinteriors/

https://www.facebook.com/laurarickawayinteriors/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-rickaway-asid-ncidq-rid-b0a4a075/

Vyara Johnson, Founder at Aveon Designs

https://www.aveondesigns.com/

https://www.facebook.com/people/Aveon-Designs/100054256567996/?paipv=0&eav=Afa_FH8yqH8VwDeTGsOBck071272EBtQ8oJsTXs8Ilj6nRVjNVPD94GSpwpVSsjw6eY&_rdr

https://www.instagram.com/aveon.designs/?hl=en

https://www.aveondesigns.com/blog

Email: [email protected]

Shannon Vestal, Interior Designer at Steve Shannon Design

https://steveshannondesign.com/

https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/steveshannondesign-com-pfvwus-pf~1350692083/__public

https://www.facebook.com/steveshannondesign

https://www.instagram.com/steveshannondesign/https://vimeo.com/734427701

Check out Shannon's podcast!

Two Designers & a Builder Walk Into a Bar

🎙️ ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-designers-a-builder-walk-into-a-bar/id1532990434⁠

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Reach out to your host, Curtis Lawson:

Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors

Email: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠

Want to build a custom home? Curtis is the Founder & Principal at

Crafted Custom Homes + Renovations:

⁠⁠https://craftedhome.com/⁠

🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Your Project Shepherd Podcast! Listeners will gain valuable insights into the potential risks associated with exterior wall claddings and how to prevent major problems.

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Reach out to your host, Curtis Lawson:

Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors

Email: [email protected]

Want to build a custom home? Curtis is the Founder & Principal at

Crafted Custom Homes + Renovations:

https://craftedhome.com/

Reach out to Rhondalyn Riley:

President at Exterior Inspections, Inchttp://www.exteriorinspections.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhondalyn-riley-9077aa4/

Phone: 281.353.8686