Vertical Construction with Tom Crawford of Eastwood Homes and Jodi Brickley of Andrew Roby

Having finally selected a suitable site for a build, with workable topography, acquired zoning rights, and hopefully not spend too much money molding the dirt to be ready, we’re now at the point where we can finally put shovels in the ground and lay a foundation. Of course, that’s no easy task either, and there’s plenty of opportunity for the build process to be derailed, delayed or pushed beyond the ideal budget.

To help keep those costs to a minimum and make sure the best build possible, we’re talking to two experienced professionals who have been involved with every step of the building process. Tom Crawford of Eastwood Homes and Jodi Brickley of Andrew Roby join hosts Aaron Kersey and Morgan Smith for a discussion about what happens once you’re ready to build.

Today’s episode of Framing the Issue breaks down the cost of new construction, the impact of zoning, permits and regulation, as well as the shortage in labor and trades.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Episode and Guests

00:41 Guests' Backgrounds and Industry Experience

04:28 Day-to-Day of Site Management for Production and Custom Homes

08:22 Involvement in Land Development and Site Preparation

09:10 Understanding Vertical Construction in Home Building

10:11 Where Home Construction Budget Goes: Cost Breakdown

12:21 Factors Driving Home Construction Costs

16:55 Labor Shortage and Trades Workforce Challenges

21:30 Regulations, Zoning, and Impact Fees Impact on Costs

25:23 Permitting, Inspections, and Regulatory Hurdles

27:09 Client and Subcontractor Relationship Management

29:32 Common Challenges and How to Overcome Them

33:42 Advice for Young People Interested in Homeownership

40:36 Summary and Key Takeaways from the Episode