The Honest Builders Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:59:25 +0100 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2600740 en-us © 2026 The Honest Builders yes f4368fb5-2554-555b-896f-667d18ddf5b4 Steve England episodic false The Honest Builders Podcast is a straightforward look at the construction industry. Each episode covers real conversations about building projects, renovations, running a construction business and the realities behind the job.


It's for homeowners planning a project, anyone working in construction, or businesses connected to the industry such as suppliers, architects and surveyors. The podcast explores how projects actually come together, what challenges arise on site, and what people should know before starting a build.


Expect honest, real discussions, industry insight and practical experiences from people working in construction every day.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Steve England https://storage.buzzsprout.com/b7ufknld3bcxpfvynalurva3h8tk?.jpg The Honest Builders https://www.buzzsprout.com/2600740 The Honest Builders | Episode 2 ft. Kane, Landscaping Manager at Granite Construction The Honest Builders | Episode 2 ft. Kane, Landscaping Manager at Granite Construction The Honest Builders is the podcast where the people who actually build things tell you how it really works. Hosted by the team at Granite Construction, each episode pulls back the curtain on the construction industry, covering everything from project processes and common pitfalls to the relationships, decisions, and expertise that go into creating homes people love.

In this episode, Steve is joined by Kane, Granite Construction's Landscaping Manager, for a conversation that gets into a side of the build process that homeowners often underestimate until they see it done properly. Kane has been part of the Granite team from early on, and this episode gives a real insight into the person behind the projects.
Together they cover what quality landscaping actually looks like and how to spot the difference between work that will stand the test of time and work that won't. They talk through how landscaping quotes are broken down, what to look for and what to question, and why the cheapest option rarely tells the full story. Kane also shares some of the past projects he's most proud of, giving homeowners a tangible sense of what's possible when landscaping is treated as a craft rather than an afterthought.

It's an honest conversation between two people who care deeply about the standard of work that leaves the Granite site, and a reminder that the finishing touches are anything but.

]]> The Honest Builders is the podcast where the people who actually build things tell you how it really works. Hosted by the team at Granite Construction, each episode pulls back the curtain on the construction industry, covering everything from project processes and common pitfalls to the relationships, decisions, and expertise that go into creating homes people love.

In this episode, Steve is joined by Kane, Granite Construction's Landscaping Manager, for a conversation that gets into a side of the build process that homeowners often underestimate until they see it done properly. Kane has been part of the Granite team from early on, and this episode gives a real insight into the person behind the projects.
Together they cover what quality landscaping actually looks like and how to spot the difference between work that will stand the test of time and work that won't. They talk through how landscaping quotes are broken down, what to look for and what to question, and why the cheapest option rarely tells the full story. Kane also shares some of the past projects he's most proud of, giving homeowners a tangible sense of what's possible when landscaping is treated as a craft rather than an afterthought.

It's an honest conversation between two people who care deeply about the standard of work that leaves the Granite site, and a reminder that the finishing touches are anything but.

]]> Steve England Buzzsprout-19432105 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100 2422 1 2 full false The Honest Builders | Episode 1 ft. James Furzer, JFD Architecture The Honest Builders | Episode 1 ft. James Furzer, JFD Architecture The Honest Builders is the podcast where the people who actually build things tell you how it really works. Hosted by Steve and the team at Granite Construction, an Essex based construction company, each episode pulls back the curtain on the construction industry, covering everything from project processes and common pitfalls to the relationships, decisions, and expertise that go into creating homes people love.

In this episode, Steve sits down with James Furzer, founder of JFD Architecture, for a conversation that bridges two sides of the same coin. Architecture and construction are disciplines that live or die by how well they work together, and James brings a designer's perspective to questions that homeowners often ask.

Together they dig into the topics that matter most to anyone planning a build or renovation. They cover the design and planning process, how costings work, and how material choices are all part of the process. They also get into the relationship between architect and builder, why getting the right people around the table early makes such a difference, supporting anyone thinking about their next building project .

It's an honest conversation between two industry professionals who care about doing things properly, and the result is the kind of insight that's hard to find anywhere else.

]]> The Honest Builders is the podcast where the people who actually build things tell you how it really works. Hosted by Steve and the team at Granite Construction, an Essex based construction company, each episode pulls back the curtain on the construction industry, covering everything from project processes and common pitfalls to the relationships, decisions, and expertise that go into creating homes people love.

In this episode, Steve sits down with James Furzer, founder of JFD Architecture, for a conversation that bridges two sides of the same coin. Architecture and construction are disciplines that live or die by how well they work together, and James brings a designer's perspective to questions that homeowners often ask.

Together they dig into the topics that matter most to anyone planning a build or renovation. They cover the design and planning process, how costings work, and how material choices are all part of the process. They also get into the relationship between architect and builder, why getting the right people around the table early makes such a difference, supporting anyone thinking about their next building project .

It's an honest conversation between two industry professionals who care about doing things properly, and the result is the kind of insight that's hard to find anywhere else.

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