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Your Project Shepherd Construction Podcast

By: Your Project Shepherd
  • Summary

  • Your Project Shepherd Podcast is your personal guide for residential construction. Hosted by Curtis Lawson of Shepherd Construction Advisors and Crafted Custom Homes, we explore all facets of the custom home building process through educational storytelling and knowledge-sharing conversations with seasoned industry expert guests. Our mission is to give you the tools you need to make informed decisions and empower you to navigate your project with confidence. No gatekeeping - let’s build success together! New episodes every Friday. Watch and subscribe on YouTube @yourprojectshepherd.
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Episodes
  • EP 72 | Maximizing Your Home's Efficiency with Energy Monitoring | Dylan Rup of Savant Systems
    Apr 26 2024

    Curtis Lawson invites you to join him as he explores the latest insights on home energy management with Dylan Rup (Sr Product Manager at Savant Systems). This episode dives deep into the world of residential energy solutions, offering valuable information for homeowners and industry professionals alike. From smart panels to usage management, they dig into all the ways that you as a homeowner can maximize your energy consumption and save money!

    We are here to offer you valuable insights, practical tips and expert advice without the sales pitches or product pushing. Tune in now and stay ahead of the curve in residential energy solutions!

    Like what you heard? 🩷👍Follow, rate, leave a comment, and never miss an episode!


    🎙️Subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel for more content! 📺 www.youtube.com/@yourprojectshepherd 👀 Catch our Instagram Reels for the highlights and other great content! 📸https://www.instagram.com/yourprojectshepherd


    Questions or Feedback? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at 📧 podcast@yourprojectshepherd.com


    🎙️OUR GUEST 🎙️

    Dylan Rup, Sr. Project Manager at Savant Systems | Expertise in Solar + Storage | Product Development & Management | Technical Marketing and Educator 📞 832.247.2445 📧 ⁠dylan.rup@savant.com

    🌐 https://www.savant.com/

    🖇️https://sprout.link/savantsystems

    👨🏻‍💼https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSavant

    📷 https://www.instagram.com/savantsystems/

    🖥️https://www.youtube.com/user/SavantAV

    Get a Smart Consultation: https://www.savant.com/get-savant


    🎤 OUR HOST 🎤

    Curtis Lawson

    Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors & Crafted Custom Homes + Renovations

    Want to Build a Custom Home? 🏡

    🌐https://craftedhome.com

    📧 podcast@yourprojectshepherd.com


    Thank you for tuning in!

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    47 mins
  • EP 71 | Estimate vs Quote vs Bid: What Contractors and Homeowners Must Know! [with Legal Eagle Dan Bawden]
    Apr 19 2024

    Tune in now for the vital knowledge you need to succeed and expert legal advice to protect you in your projects. In this episode, Curtis Lawson delves into the nuances of construction terminology and their legal weight and alongside is our friend, builder and legal expert, Daniel Bawden, President/CEO of Legal Eagle Contractors, Co. Together, the two will run through some seemingly basic terms that carry heavy weight in the construction world, and why you need to understand their meanings and implications before exchanging any documents with a client or contractor. They share their best advice for anyone diving into a construction project - from the essentials you must include, to key elements, to best practices for both homeowners and contractors. They shed light on the distinctions between terms like estimate, quote, bid, and proposal, providing valuable insights for homeowners and contractors alike.

    In This Episode:

    ✅ Clarifying the differences between estimate, quote, bid, and proposal

    ✅ Setting accurate expectations through contracting terminology

    ✅ Importance of clear, comprehensive documentation in construction projects

    ✅ Strategies for avoiding disputes over scope, costs, and schedule

    ✅ Balancing flexibility and commitment in project agreements.


    Key Points:

    ⚖️ Understanding the distinctions between estimate, quote, bid, and proposal

    📝 Importance of detailed documentation to align expectations and prevent disputes

    💼 Setting accurate allowances for fixtures, finishes, etc. to avoid conflicts

    🛠️ Strategies for navigating cost-plus or time & materials contracts

    🤝 Building trust and transparency through consistent written communication


    Like what you heard? 🩷👍Follow, rate, leave a comment, and never miss an episode! 🎙️Subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel for more content!


    📺 www.youtube.com/@yourprojectshepherd

    Catch our Instagram Reels for the highlights and other great content! 📸 https://www.instagram.com/yourprojectshepherd

    Questions or Feedback? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at 📧 podcast@yourprojectshepherd.com


    🎤 OUR GUEST 🎤

    Daniel Bawden | President/CEO of Legal Eagle Construction in Houston, TXHis insights into contracting terminology and project documentation are invaluable for homeowners and contractors alike. Connect with Daniel and Legal Eagle Construction for professional guidance on your next construction project! 🌐 https://legaleaglecontractors.com/ 📷 https://www.instagram.com/legaleaglecontractors/ 📞 (713) 781-2090 📧 info@legaleaglecontractors.com

    🎤 OUR HOST 🎤

    Curtis Lawson | Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors & Crafted Custom Homes + Renovations 🏡Want to Build a Custom Home? 🌐 https://craftedhome.com 📧 podcast@yourprojectshepherd.com

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    55 mins
  • EP 70 | Why do Homeowners & Builders Fight? - The Truth Behind Conflicts | Kenneth Stephens
    Apr 5 2024

    Discover insider tips to avoid costly construction disputes between contractors and homeowners. Join host Curtis Lawson and Kenneth Stephens, a construction litigation attorney, (SRA PLLC) as they reveal strategies for accountability, clear communication, detailed contracts, change order processes, third-party inspections and more - essential for preventing legal battles on residential and commercial building projects.


    In This Episode:

    ✅ Unveiling the root causes of contractor-homeowner conflicts

    ✅ Fostering accountability through open dialogue and due diligence

    ✅ Drafting airtight contracts and specifications to protect all parties

    ✅ Streamlining change order processes for seamless project adjustments

    ✅ The pivotal role of third-party inspections in upholding quality standards


    Key Points:

    ⚖️ Navigating complex legal landscapes in construction disputes

    📋 Importance of clear, comprehensive contracts and documentation

    💬 Effective communication strategies to align expectations

    🔄 Proper change order protocols to maintain budget and timeline

    🔍 Benefits of objective third-party inspections and oversight


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    Questions or Feedback? We'd love to hear from you!

    Reach out to us at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yourprojectshepherd.com⁠⁠⁠


    🎙️OUR GUEST🎙️

    Kenneth Stephens | Managing Partner at Stephens Reed & Armstrong, PLLC 🌐⁠https://www.srapllc.com/⁠

    📷⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠⁠@SRAPLLC⁠⁠⁠

    📷https://www.instagram.com/⁠@KENNETHSTEPHENS⁠⁠⁠

    🔗⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethstephensjr/⁠ 📞281-677-3474

    Pur Noire

    🍷: ⁠https://linktr.ee/purnoire Pur Noire⁠

    🍷📸 ⁠https://www.instagram.com/purnoire/⁠


    🎙️OUR HOST🎙️ Curtis Lawson | Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors & Crafted Custom Homes ✅Need an Owner's Rep for your project? 🌐⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.yourprojectshepherd.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Want to Build a Custom Home? 🏡⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://craftedhome.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📧⁠⁠podcast@yourprojectshepherd.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📞281.305.8281

    As always, we are glad you’ve joined us and appreciate your support!

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    1 hr and 17 mins

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