Podcast Episodes

Why Your Dream Home Needs Low Voltage Planning: A Reality Check

Season 1 Episode 21

This episode dives deep into the often-overlooked world of low voltage systems that form the invisible nervous system of modern homes. Bill Reid explores the comprehensive categories of low voltage w…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

The Hidden System That Destroys Home Budgets (It's Not What You Think)

Season 1 Episode 20

In the final episode of our "Doctors of Your Home" series, Bill Reid dives deep into the plumbing system - arguably the most critical yet overlooked aspect of home design. From water supply to waste …

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

The Electrical Trap That Costs Homeowners Thousands in Change Orders

Season 1 Episode 19

Electrical and lighting design is the often-overlooked nervous system of

your home that can make or break your daily living experience. In this

comprehensive episode, Bill Reid exposes the "permit push…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

The Design Build Trap: Why Your Home's Respiratory System Needs Early Planning

Season 1 Episode 18

Host Bill Reid continues his miniseries on design professionals by diving

deep into the critical world of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) systems,

focusing specifically on HVAC design. This comp…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

Avoiding the Assumption Trap: Smart Homeowner's Guide to Structural Engineering

Season 1 Episode 17

In this comprehensive episode, Bill Reid explores the critical role of structural engineers in home design and construction, breaking down the misconceptions homeowners have about who does what in th…

Published on 3 months ago

The Civil Engineer Advantage: Building Smart From the Ground Up

Season 1 Episode 16

Join William Reid as he explores the critical role of civil engineers in home construction projects. Learn when you need one, what they do, and how they can save you thousands while protecting your i…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

Underground Mysteries: Why Your Home's Foundation Depends on Soil Science

Season 1 Episode 15

🎧 The Hidden Foundation Expert: Why Every Homeowner Needs to Know About Geotechnical Engineers

Ever wonder what's lurking beneath your dream home site? This week on The Awakened Homeowner Podcast, Bil…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Why Your $5,000 Survey Could Save You $50,000 in Construction Surprises

Season 1 Episode 14

Discover why your land surveyor isn't just another consultant—they're the

foundation professional who can make or break your construction project. Host

William Reid, a seasoned construction industry ex…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

From Awakened Homeowner Book to Build Quest Development: The Complete Planning System Coming Soon

Season 1 Episode 13

In this groundbreaking episode, Bill Reid unveils buildquest, a

revolutionary web-based application designed to transform how homeowners

approach their construction and renovation projects. Drawing fro…

Published on 4 months ago

The Checklist Trap: Why 15,000 Influencers Are Confusing Homeowners

Season 1 Episode 12

In this eye-opening episode, Bill Reid takes a hard look at the overwhelming world of home renovation checklists, systems, and digital tools flooding social media and the internet. With over 15,000 h…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago