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Title: Tiny Homes – Can they be the BIG solution?Topic: The popularity of “tiny homes” has taught us a lot about the priorities of home living, design, and home building techniques. Can they also be the solution to recovery after disaster and/or the housing crisis? During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out: What home builders need to consider if transitioning to “tiny homes.” The inspiration behind “tiny homes” and who truly benefits from them? Can “tiny homes” be part of the recovery of areas struck by disaster?Guest: Marianne Cusato – Designer, Developer, Author, and Associate Professor at the University of Notre Dame’s School of ArchitectureWebsite: www.mariannecusato.com Book: The Just Right Home: Buying, Renting, Moving - Or Just Dreaming - Find Your Perfect Match!   3 Points for Success – from Marianne Cusato: Consider a full range of small home sizes, not just tiny.Small home design doesn't shrink everything - keep windows and ceilings larger to make the home “live large.”Plan a

Title: Modular Construction – more than a “block” party!Topic: Building a home in “modules” at a factory doesn’t mean giving up custom touches or quality construction. During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out: ➢How Modular construction is a system that can give you more options to meet your customer’s needs AND budget. ➢Modular construction has gone well beyond block-shaped buildings. Customization is very possible.➢Modular can be as strong or stronger than on-site construction – as well as faster and less expensive! ➢What is different for the contractor when building modular vs. on-site.Guest: Ken Semler – President & CEO of Express Modular. Ken is also on the Board of Directors for the Modular Home Builders Association (national), as well as a National Director for the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).Website: www.ExpressModular.com Phone: (800) 275-7532Modular Home Builders Association: www.modularhousing.com National Association of Home Builders: www.nahb.org

Title: Surveying – beyond finding the linesTopic: When and how to utilize the right surveyor for your project. During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out: Why a fence is not necessarily the property line. What it takes to become a surveyor. Do surveyors have specialties? Guest: Ron Nelms – President of the California Land Surveyors Association (CLSA).Website: www.CaliforniaSurveyors.org Phone: (916) 239-40833 Points for Success – from Ron Nelms: Make sure the surveyor you hire is licensed and has the proper insurance.When working in the street and along property lines consult with a surveyor.Become aware of what a survey monument looks like. @CALandSurveyors #surveyor #survey #propertylines #topography #geospacial    

Title: Not Your Father’s Vocational TrainingTopic: Can public schools solve the lack of skilled labor coming into our industry? Listen to this guest and see how this program is changing the perception of what we usually call “vocational training.” During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out: How changing the approach to educational success can benefit both the student and employers. That C.T.E. is finding the way to keep education in middle and high school, relevant. How these schools are changing the perception of “education” and the stigma for students who choose a route that may not include college. Guest: Mac Beaton – Director of Career & Technical Education (CTE) for Henrico Public Schools in Henrico, Virginia.Website: https://henricocte.com Phone: (804) 781-18103 Points for Success – from Mac Beaton: In Henrico County, having students ready to move to post-secondary education is a byproduct of a strong educational program. Focus is on the students understanding the relevancy of a

Title: Stucco – Don’t Let It Crack You Up!Topic: It is more than a popular finish for homes and buildings. Be ready when stucco is the right call for your next project. During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out: Not all stucco is the same! How to prevent cracks in the plaster.Why patience is one of the ingredients to successful stucco. Guest: MARK FOWLER – Executive Director of the Stucco Manufacturers Association … Editorial Director for Walls & Ceilings Magazine, and author of the Plaster and Drywall Manual from 2014.Website: www.stuccomfgassoc.com Phone: (213) 379-5890Other resources shared by Mark and the Stucco Manufacturers Association: file:///C:/Users/thefirp/AppData/Local/Temp/SILICA%20%20NEWS%20UPDATE.pdf https://stuccomfgassoc.com/technical-resources/technical-bulletins/ A chapter on interior Plaster from Mark Fowler’s book: file:///C:/Users/thefirp/AppData/Local/Temp/Chapter%204%20Interior%20Plaster.pdf 3 Points for Success – from Mark Fowler: Check references on yo

Title: The Evolution of Outdoor LivingTopic: The outdoor space has evolved! Be ready to give your customers the useful and relaxing space they dream about. During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out: Landscaping is beyond a few plants, it can impact the home value!Drought-tolerant and the future of the lawn.“Phasing” as a way to stay within the client’s budget without sacrificing his/her big vision!Guest: Dave and Susie Garcia – owners of DPG DesignWebsite: www.DPGdesign.com Phone: (925) 239-56453 Points for Success – from Dave and Susie Garcia: Fast follow-up with clients and leads. Be a resource for your clients; connect them with other qualified professionals. Build a strong Team. #landscaping #outdoorliving #transformation #drought #design #trends

Title: MOLD!Topic: Protecting yourself, your workers, and your customers from mold. How to handle it once found, and can you avoid it while building or remodeling?During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out: What is mold and when is it an “issue?”What type of contractor is most likely to come across mold while working.How to avoid mold in your new construction!Guest: Dave Jones – Vice President of CPMI Mold Remediation (based in Palm Desert, California) Website: www.AttackMold.com Phone: (760) 797-59013 Points for Success – from Dave Jones : Timeliness. Arrive on time for your appointments and complete your projects on time.Honesty. You won’t need to defend yourself or your work if you approach all things with honesty.Always protect your clients and your workers.  #mold #ventilation #inspections #health @EPA @EPAregion9

Title: Up Your Social GameTopic: Build your customer base through a relevant and updated social media & website presence.During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out: How a regularly updated website and social media site helps customers find you and choose you! Your online presence is the first impression.Option for keeping your online & social media presence fresh without taking much of your time.Guest: Jeff LaCava - Founder & CEO of TotalHousehold Inc. aka TotalHousehold ProWebsite: pro.totalhousehold.com Phone: (800) 325-43153 Points for Success – from Jeff LaCava: Don't look at the website or your online reputation like a mailer. Think of it the same way you would think of your reputation in real life. It takes time to build it.Consistency, Authenticity, and Grow your presence.Be responsive. Most complaints we hear are about not answering calls and emails from homeowners.  @TotalHouseholdPRO #websites #socialmedia #marketing

Title: Breathe EasierTopic: Indoor air quality & helping your customers find the best ventilation system for their home.During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out: ➢Exhaust Fans & Range Hoods won’t be used if they’re noisy.➢Cost vs. Results ➢Avoid condensation, noise, mold, while bringing in fresh air!Guest: Jeff Kenkelen – President of Air King AmericaWebsite: www.AirKingLimited.com Phone: (877) 304-3785 3 Points for Success – from Jeff Kenkelen: ➢Proper Ventilation doesn’t have to be expensive. ➢Proper Ventilation needs to be thought of as a “system” in order to balance exhaust air and intake air ➢There is no excuse for not doing ventilation right. @AKventilation @ENERGYSTAR #FreshAir #Ventilation #home #HomeVentilation #moldmitigation

Title: Avoid Growing PainsTopic: How you can grow your business healthfully … for it and for YOU!During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out: ➢How growing too fast depletes your resources. ➢How delegating and training helps you grow successfully. ➢That hiring well is a skill worth developing!Guest: Brad Smith – President of Stellar Insight Website: www.StellarInsightInc.com Phone: (360) 260-0138 3 Points for Success – from Brad Smith: ➢To Hire better: get Topgrading by Bradford Smart on Audible and listen to it while driving. ➢To get more time for yourself: do the “Bucket List” exercise - write down all the things you do in a week/month and put it into % of total time – then, build a “delegation list” for the things you have no business doing. ➢Build a training process for the habits of doing the right thing at the right time into each employee, and they will work smarter.Brad also recommended the book: Secrets of Question-Based Selling by Thomas Freese. #business #businessgrowth #co

Title: Walk-In TubsTopic: Aging-in-Place, comfort, safety, dignity . . . all issues that every professional knows are important to our customers. American Standard joins us to talk about the process and benefits.During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out : Who benefits from a walk-in tub.A walk-in tub fits well into the standard 5x7 American bathroom.American Standard’s “Quick Drain” feature makes the whole experience more comfortable.Guest: Michael Light – National Install Manager for American Standard (a division of LIXIL Home Services)Website: www.AmericanStandardBathTubs.com walkintubs.americanstandard-us.com Phone: (888) 758-9701 3 Points for Success – from Michael Light: Installing a Walk-In-Tub is more complicated than one might think – every remodel is just a little bit different, so each install is unique.American Standard offers a great revenue opportunity for most licensed contractors across the US.Installing Walk-In-Tubs can give you a sense of personal satisfaction by helpi

Title: Cyber-SecurityTopic: Keeping your company AND your customers’ information … safe!During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out : ➢Types of hacking attacks.➢To be suspicious of links. Don’t just click.➢What is 2-Factor Authentication, and why you SHOULD use it? Guest: Leo Laporte – The Tech Guy and Chief TWiT (This Week in Tech)Website: TechGuyLabs.comPhone: 88-88-ASK-LEO3 Points for Success – from Leo Laporte: ➢Use the Internet, but be cautious about opening files and clicking links. ➢Set up a secure file exchange system, like Dropbox, for sharing files with clients. ➢Get your own domain name and set up a web site and email with it.@leolaporte #cybersecurity #cybersafe #cyber #Internet #IoT #digital #privacy #business #tech #technology #security

Title: Title 24 ComplianceTopic: Energy Efficiency requirements on your next projectDuring this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out : ➢How to balance the energy efficiency requirements from your area and the design elements you want! ➢Options to meet those efficiency requirements more easily. ➢What falls under the Title 24 standards (in California), and what doesn’t? Guest: Steve Means – Certified Energy Analyst with Easy Title 24Website: www.EasyTitle24.com Phone: (925) 671-4789 3 Points for Success – from Steve Means: ➢Don't be penny-wise and pound foolish! Trying to save money by skimping at the beginning of your project, will end up costing you more in long run. ➢Only hire Certified Energy Analysts. Check out CABEC.org ➢Carefully read, and fully understand, your Title 24 reports. @CalEnergy @ENERGY @ADHomes @EECouncil @ENERGYSTAR #energy #EnergyEfficiency #EnergyStandards #BuildingStandards

Title: Builders’ Impact on Housing Topic: How building professionals can impact policies that can ease the housing crisis in California Guest: Dan Dunmoyer - President and CEO of California Building Industry Association (CBIA) Website: www.cbia.org CBIA Phone Number: (916) 443-7933On this edition of CareyBrosPros you’ll find out: ➢ Legislative policies that can make it easier to combat the housing crisis.➢Professional education is an ongoing process. CBIA has some ways to keep up to date. ➢The future of skilled labor in our industry. 3 Points for Success by Dan Dunmoyer: ➢ CBIA is the leading voice of housing in California, but we are only as strong as membership and the support of industry.➢While each and every day we are actively working to protect the ability of the construction industry to operate and build critically needed new housing in California – it is essential that we all be active and engage to educate policy makers of the impacts of new proposals on housing supply and affordability. ➢Le

Title: ENGINEERED WOODTopic: Advantages and options that engineered wood can offer the professional builder.During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out : Flooring joists of various thicknesses and drill-ability give you more options. Engineered wood gives you budget predictability, since there isn’t much price fluctuation in its cost. When not to use engineered wood, and when it is an excellent option to consider! Guest: Tim Debelius – Marketing Program Manager for Boise Cascade Website: www.BC.com 3 Points for Success – from Tim Debelius : Wood is a sustainable material. Today, we’re planting more trees than we cut down. If you’re looking for an economical, environmentally-sound solution … wood is a great framing material with all those benefits.Wood may be an “old technology, and though we’re a product company, we’re also a technology company. We take our wood all the way through the supply chain and we’ve eliminated waste between the mill and the job site through technology that helps ensur

Title: Smart Home Tech: iDevicesTopic: Tips and latest products for the builder, designer, installer looking to provide their customer with smart home tech options. During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out : Smart home tech can be used not only in new construction, but in remodels, too.Installation of switches can be surface mounted, or cut into the wall. Hear what new product leaves The Carey Brothers speechless (for a second)! Guest: Brian Hoddy – Director of Sales for iDevices Website: www.idevicesinc.com 3 Points for Success – from Brian Hoddy: iDevices is universally compatible and gives users the freedom to choose between all digital assistants: Siri, Alexa or the Google Assistant.iDevices is a hub-free platform, operable on iOS or Android and offers remote access for each product.iDevices products are easy to use, and cleanly, smartly designed. Plug and play and in-wall solutions make life easy for consumers DIYers, builders, installers, and everyone in between. 

Title: Careers: Electrical EngineeringTopic: Developing our future skilled labor in the field of Electrical Engineering.During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out : Job prospects and career demand.Apprenticeship process.The Electrical Engineer keeps the lights on, and more! Be on the ground floor with current and future technologies.Guest: Gary Golka - President of Golka Electric, Inc in Mesa, Arizona. Gary is on the Executive Committee for Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC).Website: www.golkaelectric.com Phone: (480) 969-59433 Points for Success – from Gary Golka: Try to keep your company growing, young people need to see that there is a place for them to move up into if they develop skills.Join a trade association that can offer apprenticeship school, networking opportunities, contractor and office training, and access to national manufacturing partners; make sure it is specific to your trade like Independent Electrical Contractors provides for electrical contractors.Readily adopt

Title: Bookkeeping SucksTopic: While bookkeeping may not be your favorite part of doing business, there are ways to make it less painful.During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out : How to use technology more efficiently.Value of integrating different software so they talk to each other.You need to know where your money is!Guest: Karine Woodman – Founder & CEO of 24Hour BookkeeperWebsite: www.24hrbookkeeper.com Phone: (218) 885-3100 3 Points for Success – from Karine Woodman: You should only use QuickBooks as a financial software, not a project management software. Reviewing your financials monthly (at the minimum) is important. Main software issues can be prevented when you 'stop the train' and identify your financial workflows.   #bookkeeping #financials @24hourbookkeeper #business #businessrecords

Title: Homeowner Happiness!Topic: What home improvements are most satisfying to homeowners (customers)? During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out : ➢Results of national survey on Homeowner Happiness!➢What home projects are taking priority around the country?➢Should you adjust your approach to different generations of homeowners (Gen X, Boomers, Millennials)?Guest: Brad Hunter – Chief Economist for HomeAdvisorWebsite: www.HomeAdvisor.com 3 Points for Success – from Brad Hunter: ➢Keep your eye on the two 900-Pound Gorillas – the Baby Boomers and the Millennials. Huge growth in demand is coming, from both groups.➢Remember that home tech is not just for young homeowners. Older people can greatly benefit from smart-home tech (their adult children often buy for them). You will need to hold their hands for many tech upgrades. Think in terms of personalized service. ➢Speed is key to pleasing homeowner customers. People are expecting faster and faster service. Always keep the speed factor in m

Title: Screens!Topic: Give your clients more options to extend their homes into the outdoors, with screens. During this edition of CareyBrosPros, you’ll find out : ➢Outdoor spaces can be brought in without major construction!➢How new materials in screens keep out bugs and the elements while keeping in the heat or the air conditioning.➢Design and installation techniques that can give your customers more choices.Guest: Sierra Gordon – Marketing and Communications Manager for Phantom ScreensPhone: 1-888-Phantom (742-6866)Website: www.PhantomScreens.com 3 Points for Success – from Sierra Gordon : ➢We have been in the industry for 25 years and are celebrating our 25th anniversary this year. ➢Phantom Screens launched 2 new products this year including our motorized 40-foot screen and our oversized screen for paneled wall systems ➢We have the largest distributor network in North America. #screens #BringOutdoorsIn @Phantom_Screens