The New Home Show

Tim Birkhauser is back on The New Home Show with hosts Jon Wendt and Justin Jankowski, this time bringing Spectrum Insurance Group colleague Shelley Kruger. The conversation goes beyond the builders-risk territory their first episode covered and digs into how insurance carriers actually rate a custom new-build home: from pools (and whether they have retractable covers), to fence requirements, to fire-department protection-class ratings, to the difference class-4 impact-resistant shingles or a me

Most buyers do not realize how early smart-home planning should start. In this episode of The New Home Show, Matt Kehler of Evolved Habitat breaks down the smart systems that can completely transform a modern, rustic, or luxury custom home. From layered lighting, motorized shades, hidden speakers, security, privacy glass, theater rooms, and golf simulators to whole-home control, he explains how these upgrades elevate a log home or timber frame with a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, and a stando

Finishing a home is where the details matter most. In this episode, we sit down with Kelli and Jacob from KC Coatings and Paint to discuss why hiring a professional painter or stainer makes a difference. From preparation and product selection to long-term protection and maintenance, we break down what homeowners and builders should know before the first coat goes on. https://kccoatingsandpaint.com Watch the video version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/kP44Zjg8pZw Learn more about building

In this special episode of The New Home Show, we’re joined by Mark Kennedy from AcuCraft Fireplaces — the brand trusted by Bill Gates, Jay Leno, the Kardashians, and even Hell’s Kitchen New York. Alongside Zachary Parmeter and Justin Jankowski of Golden Eagle Log & Timber Homes, we dive into everything FIREPLACE. Watch the video version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/3Yk3PDDKtwM Learn more about building your custom dream home: https://www.goldeneagleloghomes.com AcuCraft Fireplaces: http

In this episode of The New Home Show, we dive into the world of structural engineering that goes beyond what meets the eye. Join us as we talk with an expert from Trus Joist® to uncover how innovative joist products can transform a home’s stability, efficiency, and durability. Learn about the role of TJI® Joists, TimberStrand® LSL, Parallam® PSL, and Microllam® LVL, and why these engineered materials are the secret to building homes that last. Whether it’s for tall walls, garage headers, or wid

Ever wondered if solar power is right for you or if it’s even possible in colder, snowier regions? This video dives deep into the most important questions every homeowner should consider before going solar. Discover the real costs of solar energy, how net metering works, and the surprising factors that can impact your savings. From exploring battery storage vs. grid reliance to the critical steps in planning a solar-powered new build, this conversation breaks down the must-know details to make a