263 Episodes

  1. Tulsa Parade of Homes. Here’s What I Saw that You Shouldn’t Put in Your New House— BYHYU 123

    Published: 6/27/2018

  2. How Much Storage Space Should You Include in Your New House? —BYHYU 122

    Published: 6/20/2018

  3. How Should You Pay a General Contractor? Fixed Price versus Cost Plus Contract?—BYHYU 121

    Published: 6/13/2018

  4. 10 Outdoor Kitchen Quick Tips—BYHYU 120

    Published: 6/6/2018

  5. Understanding the Bidding Process—BYHYU 119

    Published: 5/30/2018

  6. My Bids Are Coming In Well Above Expected, What Should I Do? Listener Question— BYHYU 118

    Published: 5/23/2018

  7. When Is The Best Time to Build a House? The Answer May Be Different Than You Think— BYHYU 117

    Published: 5/16/2018

  8. Owner Builder Interview with Juan Catano, Part 2—BYHYU 116

    Published: 5/9/2018

  9. Owner Builder Interview with Juan Catano, Part 1—BYHYU 115

    Published: 5/2/2018

  10. If Your Mind Is In the Gutter, Good for You!— BYHYU 114

    Published: 4/25/2018

  11. Who Knew You Needed This Information for the Building Permit!—Project Update— BYHYU 113

    Published: 4/18/2018

  12. Matte or Glossy Cabinets? It’s Not Just About Looks— BYHYU 112

    Published: 4/11/2018

  13. Consumer Reports’ Tips for Dealing with Contractors— BYHYU 111

    Published: 4/4/2018

  14. Choosing a Kitchen Range, Cooktop or Oven—BYHYU 110

    Published: 3/28/2018

  15. Crown Molding, Baseboards and Other Interior Trim and Molding—BYHYU 109

    Published: 3/21/2018

  16. Project Update— Foundation Plan Completed (or so I thought)--BYHYU 108

    Published: 3/14/2018

  17. How Much Does It Cost To Build A House? —BYHYU 107

    Published: 3/7/2018

  18. My Framing Lumber is Getting Soaked by Rain! Is That Okay?— BYHYU106

    Published: 2/28/2018

  19. Pros and Cons of Different Deck, Porch and Patio Materials (Natural Stone, Concrete Pavers, Poured Concrete, Tile, Brick, Wood Composite, And Wood)—BYHYU 105

    Published: 2/21/2018

  20. 7 House Design Layout Mistakes to Avoid—BYHYU 104

    Published: 2/14/2018

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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.