Build:It

In the final part of this special mini series focusing on UK Construction Week Andy catches up with event director Nathan Garnett to look back on this year's show at the NEC in Birmingham and look forward to next year.

It's part four of this special mini series focusing on UK Construction Week and the final batch of Andy's conversations with various exhibitors who attended the week at the NEC in Birmingham. 

In part three of this special mini series we hear more of Andy's conversations with various exhibitors who were at UK Construction Week at the NEC in Birmingham. 

In part two of this mini series Andy once again speaks to various exhibitors at UK Construction Week at the NEC in Birmingham. Companies include suppliers, building control, steel manufacturers and federations.

In the first part of another mini series, Andy speaks to various exhibitors at UK Construction Week at the NEC in Birmingham. Companies include suppliers, building control, steel manufacturers and federations. 

To conclude the mini series looking at social media marketing in construction and how it's changing, Andy offers his advice to trades wanting to work with brands; how to get into it, knowing your worth and sticking to your key values. Next week he's on the road at various exhibitions where he'll be recording speaking to organisers and exhibitors for a new series on Build:It.

In the second part of this mini series, Andy gives his opinion on how brands will change the way they use social media platforms. He strongly believes there are huge and incredibly exciting changes happening across these platforms so this is essential listening if you work in construction or construction marketing!

In the first part of this mini series, Andy looks at how social media marketing in construction has been up to this present day. He compares it to the rise of the internet in the 90s and gives you an insight into how brands have used this platform to the present day. Next week, he'll be looking in detail at the significant changes that will be happening across these platforms.

In the final part of our 3 part mini series looking at the new building regs changes Andy is once again joined by Andy Travers from Quadrant Building Control and this week they focus on Parts O, S & J. For more info and videos please visit www.quadrantai.co.uk

In part 2 of our 3 part mini series looking at the new building regs changes Andy is once again joined by Andy Travers from Quadrant Building Control and this week they focus on Part F. For more info and videos please visit www.quadrantai.co.uk

In the 1st of a 3 part mini series, Andy is joined by Andy Travers from Quadrant Building Control to talk about the new building regs changes. For more info and videos please visit www.quadrantai.co.uk

A lot of you wanted Andy to give his forecast for the property and construction market from the beginning of next year with the impending recession. He gives his honest thoughts and advice on what we can all do to plan ahead. Contact him on his instagram page @andystevensTV with any feedback or questions.

To celebrate signing with Bosch as an influencer and content creator, Andy invites Lawrence Davies from Bosch UK on a special feature length edition! They talk about power tools, accessories, and future innovations within Bosch, the world's leading power tool supplier. Well worth a listen!

Industry expert Peter Bull is back again this week explaining how those in the trade need to be better educated when we start up on our own as self-employed. He's written an incredible book which is a must read for anyone in construction, advising on how to set up on your own and avoid the common pitfalls a lot of trades experience. Another must listen! Get Peter's invaluable book here:  https://amzn.to/3BqZKDp

Joining Andy this week is probably one of the most experienced and knowledgeable people in the construction industry. Peter Bull, who was a guest way back on episode 7, joins Andy to discuss how we get more people, especially youngsters, into our amazing industry. A must listen! Get Peter's invaluable book here: https://amzn.to/3BqZKDp

In the final part of this mini series with Quantity Surveyor Tim Phillips Andy finds out about his incredible discovery of a 15th century ship when one of his groundworkers put a huge pile through it! The good news was, the contractors got paid for the year while it was raised from the water! To contact Tim directly email timphillips1@hotmail.co.uk 

In part 2 of this mini series with Quantity Surveyor Tim Phillips, Andy discovers how Tim started out on the tools before moving into being a QS. Is he like most trades - never able to down tools permanently?! To contact Tim directly email timphillips1@hotmail.co.uk 

Joining Andy this week is the first Quantity Surveyor to come on the podcast! In the first of three episodes with this QS, Tim Philips, they talk about exactly what a QS does, when they should be involved in a build and what they can offer the client. If you want to contact Tim, his email is timphillips1@hotmail.co.uk 

After the success of last week's podcast, John from Sisaltech joins Andy again to discuss how, as an industry, we need to be more sustainable and green. Between them, they actually come up with possibly the best idea ever to help with this. Have a listen to hear what it is!

Joining Andy this week is John from a company called Sisaltech discussing their new type of insulation. Environmentally friendly, sustainable and easy to install and the best thing is it's totally natural so no annoying fibreglass to itch you when installing it! It is also acoustic as well as thermal insulation. Have a listen to hear more about this great product. 

Joining Andy again this week is Sarah Bolton, Head of Charitable Services from the UK & Ireland construction industry charity The Lighthouse Club for part 2 of their chat about charity, who it helps, the fundraising and how they are spreading the word. An essential listening for anyone in construction.  Freephone number: 0345 609 1956 Free text: 85258 Free app on Apple or android Website: www.lighthouseclub.org 

Joining Andy this week is Sarah Bolton, Head of Charitable Services from the UK & Ireland construction industry charity The Lighthouse Club. They talk about the charity, who it helps, fundraising and how they are spreading the word. An essential listen for anyone in construction.  Freephone number: 0345 609 1956 Free text: 85258 Free app on Apple or android Website: www.lighthouseclub.org 

Could you build a house and home using just wood? In the 4th and final part of our mini-series focussing on timber Andy and all round timber guru Nick have a bit of fun and attempt to find the best timber solutions for every part of the house.

This is the third episode of our mini-series focussing on timber and this week Andy and timber expert Nick take an in depth "Dummies Guide" look at the different timber products available and how they are best used for construction projects big and small.

It's Part 2 of our mini-series focussing on timber and this week Andy and his guest Nick, who is a timber expert with years of experience, take a look at pricing. They discuss how the last few years have seen huge increases in timber prices and the factors that have contributed to the rises.

Joining Andy in the next mini series is Nick, a vastly experienced timber expert. A must listen if you have anything to do with timber, sheet materials etc... In the 1st part of 4, they speak about the history of timber, where it comes from, old v new and much more. 

In the last of this 4 part mini series with Matt from D5 Construction, looking at social media and how tradespeople can best use it, Andy finds out where he wants to go with his social media presence in the future and Matt has a few final hints and tips on how you can make social media work for you.

In the 3rd part of this mini series looking at how social media has become so important in construction; Andy and his guest Matt take a more in depth look at Instagram and how its tools can help you and your business.

In the 2nd part of this mini series looking at how social media has become so important in construction, Andy and his guest Matt discuss all the social media platforms and their pros and cons. If you're about to start using social media to help promote your business, this is compulsive listening.

This week we start our second mini series in our new format as Matt from D5 Construction joins Andy to discuss how social media is so important to construction companies. In this first episode, Matt explains the different platforms available to tradespeople and why he feels some are better than others. Invaluable information and insights if you're wanting to start marketing your company across social media. 

In the last of this 4 part mini series with Rob from MYH podcast, Andy asks him what his plans are for the podcast and where he wants to take it.  No matter how small you think a problem is, if you're struggling right now please reach out to any of the organisations below. Help is out there! The Lighthouse Club, the UK Construction Industry charity UK: 0345 6051956 Ireland: 1800 939122 MIND 0300 1233393 Samaritans 116 123 Papyrus 0800 0684141 Calm 0800 585858 Anxiety UK 03444 775774 Young Minds Text YM to 85258

In Part 3 of this series looking at mental health in construction with Rob from the Mind Your Head podcast, Rob and Andy consider if celebrities opening up about their mental health helps or hinders the matter. If you're struggling with your mental health right now and would like to talk to someone here are some helpful numbers: The Lighthouse Club, the UK Construction Industry charity UK: 0345 6051956 Ireland: 1800 939122 MIND 0300 1233393 Samaritans 116 123 Papyrus 0800 0684141 Calm 0800 585858 Anxiety UK 03444 775774 Young Minds Text YM to 85258

Andy and Rob carry on with their chat about mental health in construction. This week they talk about the UK & Ireland construction industry charity The Lighthouse Club and all the amazing work they do. They also talk about the tour they did to the Midlands raising awareness of the charity. If you're struggling with your mental health right now and would like to talk to someone here are some helpful numbers: The Lighthouse Club, the UK Construction Industry charity UK: 0345 6051956 Ireland: 1800 939122 MIND 0300 1233393 Samaritans 116 123 Papyrus 0800 0684141 Calm 0800 585858 Anxiety UK 03444 775774 Young Minds Text YM to 85258

This is the beginning of the new format you listeners asked for! Part 1 of a 4 part series interviewing key personnel and discussing hot topics in construction. The first segment is about a topic very close to my heart, mental health in construction. I chat with Rob who has set up his own podcast to help those in construction called the Mind Your Head Podcast. If you're struggling with your mental health right now and would like to talk to someone here are some helpful numbers: The Lighthouse Club, the UK Construction Industry charity UK: 0345 6051956 Ireland: 1800 939122 MIND 0300 1233393 Samaritans 116 123 Papyrus 0800 0684141 Calm 0800 585858 Anxiety UK 03444 775774 Young Minds Text YM to 85258

Andy travels to York with Liz from Builders Talk Group to present the Trade:Off winner with the trophy. Recording the podcast outside an historic building added to the ambience and it's a cracking listen!

Apologies for the very short episode this week but Andy has been feeling very under the weather but, as we enter the final hours of voting, he's here to give you a quick update on where the trophy and £500 prize may be heading as we prepare to crown the winner of Trade:Off

As we enter the last few days of voting to decide who will be crowned the winner of the inaugural Trade:Off competition, this week Andy gives you a very quick update on how the voting is going and who is currently leading the race to take home the trophy and £500. Plus as Build:It enters its second year and continues to grow Andy wants to know what you'd like to hear more of in the future.

Liz from Builders Talk Group joins Andy this week to discuss her favourites on the Trade:Off series as well as some of her favourite funniest bits! The trophy is up for grabs as well as the £500 thanks to our sponsor Wienerberger so jump onto BTG's Facebook page, have a listen and get voting! The winner will be announced on Monday 7th March, time tbc!

As we head ever closer to announcing the winner of Trade:Off, this week we bring you a final selection of highlights to help you decide where your vote will go and who will win £500, the magnificent trophy and the honour of being called the best trade!

This week Andy brings you more of his favourite bits from the Trade:Off series to help you decide where your vote will go as we get nearer to crowning the best trade and who will get their hands on the trophy and the £500 cash prize!

This week, as you prepare to cast your vote for who will be crowned best trade, Andy brings you some of his favourite bits from the Trade:Off series to jog your memory and help you decide where your vote will go and who will take home the trophy and the £500 cash prize!

The final podcast in this series of Trade:Off to find the best trade! Episode number 20 and it's a joiner's turn. Has he done enough to earn your vote as the best trade to take home the trophy and £500? Have a listen, then head over to Builders Talk Group on Facebook to cast your vote!

Andy's guest this week to find the best trade is not only an award winning landscaper but also an expert witness and now trains youngsters. So, does this mean he will win the best trade trophy? Have a listen to see what you think. Has he got your vote to win the £500 and trophy?

The first landscaper is joining Andy this week in Trade:Off. Do you think he's done enough to win the accolade of the best trade? His obsession with Yorkshire tea is admirable, if a little worrying, although it is the best tea. His funniest story is a good one too, his poor dad!

This week Iain, a plumber from Dunfermline, has a go on Andy's series Trade:Off to find the best trade in association with Builders Talk Group on Facebook. Wienerberger have kindly sponsored the series so the winner will not only get a great trophy but also £500! What do you think of Iain, good enough to win the accolade?

In this special Christmas episode our Trade:Off competition takes a twist as the tables are turned and Andy is put in the hot seat! How does he fair when it comes to answering the questions? He can't win but if he could would he get your vote?

The sparks have been slated in this series to find the best trade but Nick is a very accomplished one so he's fighting back for not just himself but all the other sparks! Do you think he's good enough to win the award? Is he worthy of the trophy and £500 thanks to our sponsor Wienerberger? Have a listen as the voting isn't far away!

This week the first labourer gets involved in the inaugural Trade:Off competition to find the best trade. Some fascinating insights into tea making and what makes a good labourer! The question is, has he done enough to get your vote as the best trade? And is he a worthy winner of the trophy and £500?

Another brickie enters the fray to explain why he thinks he's the best trade. He certainly has a distinct hatred towards one trade that's for sure! And what a strange obsession he has for one of the most awful tea brands! Certainly one of the best Trade:Off entries yet, make sure you listen all the way until the end! 

Another decorator is taking their turn to say why he is the best trade on this week's edition of Trade:Off. This is the first ever competition to find the best trade in association with Builders Talk Group on Facebook. Thanks to our sponsor Wienerberger the winner will take home £500 and a brilliant trophy as the best trade as voted by members of BTG on Facebook. Have a listen to this week's entrant and see what you think!

At the beginning of Trade:Off to find the best trade, decorators got absolutely slated! Now they're fighting back. Maybe they are the best trade and one of these will walk away with the inaugural trophy as the top trade. What do you think? Have a listen and jump on Builders Talk Group on Facebook to keep an eye out for the voting stage coming up soon.