263 Episodes

  1. Big lessons we can learn from the tiny house movement— BYHYU 023

    Published: 6/22/2016

  2. What subcontractors do I need to hire to build my new home and how should I manage them?— BYHYU 022

    Published: 6/15/2016

  3. Is it "ROOFS" or "ROOVES"? This mini lesson is completely over our heads—BYHYU 021

    Published: 6/8/2016

  4. Test your home building knowledge with this SEMESTER EXAM—BYHYU 020

    Published: 6/1/2016

  5. Owner Builder Interview with Chris and Shacuna Jones, Part 2— BYHYU 019

    Published: 5/25/2016

  6. Owner Builder Interview with Chris and Shacuna Jones, Part 1--BYHYU 018

    Published: 5/18/2016

  7. Size matters…but so does DESIGN. 20 design and construction features that can save you money when building your new house—BYHYU 017

    Published: 5/11/2016

  8. It's called "advanced," so I should do it, right? Learn about the pros and cons of advanced framing — BYHYU 016

    Published: 5/4/2016

  9. Size matters… but so does CLIMATE. Building a house for a hot or cold climate— BYHYU 015

    Published: 4/27/2016

  10. What homeowners would do differently if they built again - advice from those who have already built a custom home--BYHYU 014

    Published: 4/20/2016

  11. How long does it take to build a house? What Happens and When? A Construction Overview and Timeline | BYHYU 013

    Published: 4/6/2016

  12. Energy Efficiency—Designing, Inspecting and Testing for it, Part 2—BYHYU 012

    Published: 3/30/2016

  13. Energy Efficiency—Designing, Inspecting and Testing for it, Part 1—BYHYU 011

    Published: 3/23/2016

  14. Ben Adam-Smith of the House Planning Help Podcast tells us the basics of Green Building and Energy Efficiency— BYHYU 010

    Published: 3/16/2016

  15. Building Permits and Inspections: Do you know what to expect?— BYHYU 009

    Published: 3/9/2016

  16. Choosing a lot - Consider these things when selecting a home for your home - BYHYU 008

    Published: 3/2/2016

  17. Build Your House Yourself, but not ALL BY YOURSELF— BYHYU 007

    Published: 2/24/2016

  18. Advice From Tom Silva of This Old House, Marvin Windows and Doors, and Simpson Strong Tie-- BYHYU 006

    Published: 2/17/2016

  19. Home Trends 2016 - Lessons Learned at the International Builders Show-- BYHYU 005

    Published: 2/10/2016

  20. Do You Need A Structural Engineer? Part 2-- BYHYU 004

    Published: 2/3/2016

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Wish you knew more about the biggest investment you will most likely ever make? Build Your House Yourself University (byhyu) will teach you to save money and make smart decisions about the construction of the place you and your family will call HOME. We will help you understand residential construction— simplify and demystify the design build process. You’ll come away with successful strategies for building your own house, with or without a general contractor. Become an educated consumer, even if you prefer to buy, rather than build a new house. Complex construction jargon and best practices will be explained in easy to understand terms. It’s not the typical DIY (do it yourself) show. You will learn how to MANAGE the labor, not DO the labor for your new house. Join me, Michelle Nelson, host and fellow informal residential construction student. I’ll share the research I find on home design and building as I prepare to build my home. Together, our community of future home builders, will learn the tips, tricks and trends of experienced contractors and industry experts. I’ll interview owner-builders and construction professionals. During our mini lessons, I’ll inform you about framing, flooring, windows, insulation, kitchen cabinets and countertops…almost anything having to do with new construction homes. You’ll hear about energy efficiency and green building too. There will be product reviews in which you will be introduced to cutting edge, as well as, tried and true products and services. And in keeping with the university theme, episodes will end with short, fun quizzes. If we do our due diligence BEFORE we start construction, we will actually start construction with the most difficult part of the project behind us. Let’s put in the time, effort, preparation and research BEFORE we break ground and building our homes will be much easier and more enjoyable.