In this episode of Better Building With Buck, we’re joined by our special guest, Jeff Borovitz with Sandler, to break down one of the smartest moves you can make in any building project: having the right conversations early. We dive into the critical difference between needs, wants, and wishes in design — and why defining them upfront can save time, money, and headaches down the road.

From first-time homeowners to seasoned builders, this episode offers practical advice on how to set expectations, prioritize clearly, and design with intention right from the start. It's all about smarter building through better planning — tune in and build better with us!

Thanks again to Jeff for joining us today! If you would like to reach out to Jeff and learn more, you can contact him through these handles:
Instagram: @sellingwithjeff
Email: sellingwithjeff@sandler.com


If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and CAD Technician, Rhiannon Britten; share their expertise on home building and construction protocols, while discussing the benefits of hiring a Design-Build company like Buck Robertson Contracting.

#podcast #constructionlife #generalcontractor #construction #constructioninsights #constructioncompany

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Buck Robertson Contracting is a family-run, custom home-building company (general contractor) based on Vancouver Island.

Do you dream about your "forever home"? We dream about building that for you! At Buck Robertson Contracting, we do contracting with communication. If you would like your house built with communication, call us today or visit us at www.BuckRobertsonContracting.com

You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram @BuckRobertsonContracting

We look forward to building your future with you.

We're talking about tariffs and Canadian homebuilders on today's episode of our "Better Building With Buck" podcast - and a big thank-you to our special guest, Ben Station with "Station Craft", for joining us today to discuss this very important topic.

In this episode, we dive into how the ongoing US-Canada tariff situation is affecting Canadian homebuilders and construction suppliers. With rising costs and supply chain challenges, we discuss how supporting local Canadian suppliers can help mitigate the impact of these trade wars. If you're in the homebuilding industry or just curious about the effects of tariffs, this episode will give you valuable insights on how to navigate these turbulent times while contributing to the growth of Canada's building industry.

Join us for a closer look at how these tariffs are reshaping the homebuilding landscape in Canada and how we can come together to support local suppliers and build a stronger, more resilient future for Canadian homes.

Follow Ben and Station Craft here on YouTube:
@lookwhatwebuilt
@BuildUpCanada
Visit Ben's website and find Canadian suppliers here: buildingcollective.ca

#canada #canadian #canadianbusiness


If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and CAD Technician, Rhiannon Britten; share their expertise on home building and construction protocols, while discussing the benefits of hiring a Design-Build company like Buck Robertson Contracting.

#podcast #constructionlife #generalcontractor #construction #constructioninsights #constructioncompany

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Buck Robertson Contracting is a family-run, custom home-building company (general contractor) based on Vancouver Island.

Do you dream about your "forever home"? We dream about building that for you! At Buck Robertson Contracting, we do contracting with communication. If you would like your house built with communication, call us today or visit us at www.BuckRobertsonContracting.com

You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram @BuckRobertsonContracting

We look forward to building your future with you.

We're reading AITA Reddit stories today! This is Part 3 of a new series we're doing where we read and answer questions people on Reddit have about whether or not they were the AH during a construction project.

***Disclaimer: This is all in good fun and for educational purposes!

Hopefully we will be able to answer any questions or concerns you may relate to regarding your own home project! Stay tuned because there's more to come!


If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and CAD Technician, Rhiannon Britten; share their expertise on home building and construction protocols, while discussing the benefits of hiring a Design-Build company like Buck Robertson Contracting.

#AITA #aitareddit #aitaconstruction #podcast #idp #designprocess #generalcontractor #designbuild

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Buck Robertson Contracting is a family-run, custom home-building company (general contractor) based on Vancouver Island.

Do you dream about your "forever home"? We dream about building that for you! At Buck Robertson Contracting, we do contracting with communication. If you would like your house built with communication, call us today or visit us at www.BuckRobertsonContracting.com

You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram @BuckRobertsonContracting

We look forward to building your future with you.

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Video edited by @cewellartstuff on YouTube and @cewell.art.stuff on Instagram

Have you ever considered working in the trades? What about a career in plumbing? Here's what our special guest (and 1st Year Apprentice) Mark has to share about his experience!

Welcome to "Apprentices' Corner" - a new(ish) segment of our podcast where we interview apprentices to get their fresh POV on the construction industry! Maybe you can relate to what they share about working in the trades or maybe you're interested in learning more about a particular trade - but whatever made you click on this video, we're happy to share our insight about the construction world with you.


If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and CAD Technician, Rhiannon Britten; share their expertise on home building and construction protocols, while discussing the benefits of hiring a Design-Build company like Buck Robertson Contracting.

#podcast #apprentice #constructionlife #constructionpodcast #designbuild #generalcontractor #customhomebuilder #construction

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Buck Robertson Contracting is a family-run, custom home-building company (general contractor) based on Vancouver Island.

Do you dream about your "forever home"? We dream about building that for you! At Buck Robertson Contracting, we do contracting with communication. If you would like your house built with communication, call us today or visit us at www.BuckRobertsonContracting.com

You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram @BuckRobertsonContracting

We look forward to building your future with you.

Taylor McCarthy of Frontera Custom Homes joins us today to talk about building a business in the construction industry - and if you're in the trades and run your own business, you may be able to relate to what Jordan and Taylor share in this episode of Better Building With Buck!

Frontera Custom Homes: https://fronterahomes.ca/

If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and CAD Technician, Rhiannon Britten; share their expertise on home building and construction protocols, while discussing the benefits of hiring a Design-Build company like Buck Robertson Contracting.

#podcast #constructionlife #generalcontractor #construction #constructioninsights #constructioncompany

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Buck Robertson Contracting is a family-run, custom home-building company (general contractor) based on Vancouver Island.

Do you dream about your "forever home"? We dream about building that for you! At Buck Robertson Contracting, we do contracting with communication. If you would like your house built with communication, call us today or visit us at www.BuckRobertsonContracting.com

You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram @BuckRobertsonContracting

We look forward to building your future with you.

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We're reading AITA Reddit stories today! This is Part 2 of a new series we're doing where we read and answer questions people on Reddit have about whether or not they were the AH during a construction project.

There will be some cringing and laughter from our side - but hopefully we will also be able to answer any questions or concerns you may relate to regarding your own home project! Stay tuned because there's more to come!


If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and CAD Technician, Rhiannon Britten; share their expertise on home building and construction protocols, while discussing the benefits of hiring a Design-Build company like Buck Robertson Contracting.

#AITA #aitareddit #aitaconstruction #podcast #idp #designprocess #generalcontractor #designbuild

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Buck Robertson Contracting is a family-run, custom home-building company (general contractor) based on Vancouver Island.

Do you dream about your "forever home"? We dream about building that for you! At Buck Robertson Contracting, we do contracting with communication. If you would like your house built with communication, call us today or visit us at www.BuckRobertsonContracting.com

You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram @BuckRobertsonContracting

We look forward to building your future with you.

Do you work in construction, too? In this episode, we chat about our lives in the building world and what inspired us back in our childhood days to now work with tools, clients, and teams - with our special guest, Kai Grenier from Greycor Projects Limited!

If you are at the beginning stages of building your home, this podcast is for you! Our hosts, General Contractor and Custom Home Builder, Jordan Robertson; and Interior Designer and CAD Technician, Rhiannon Britten; share their expertise on home building and construction protocols, while discussing the benefits of hiring a Design-Build company like Buck Robertson Contracting.

#podcast #constructionlife #constructionpodcast #highperformancehomes #designbuild #generalcontractor #customhomebuilder #construction

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Buck Robertson Contracting is a family-run, custom home-building company (general contractor) based on Vancouver Island.

Do you dream about your "forever home"? We dream about building that for you! At Buck Robertson Contracting, we do contracting with communication. If you would like your house built with communication, call us today or visit us at www.BuckRobertsonContracting.com

You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram @BuckRobertsonContracting

We look forward to building your future with you.

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