In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az sits down with Kaih from Orenshaw Designer Homes, a builder who doesn’t shy away from the hard jobs, including award-winning homes on sloping sites.

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Kaih shares his journey from apprentice to running his own custom building company, why the details make all the difference, and how educating clients upfront is critical for a successful project. He opens up about business lessons around overheads and margins, what’s changed in the trade base, and why charging properly for quotes is a game-changer for custom builders.

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Most importantly, Kaih explains what “doing it right” really means in building, from rock-solid craftsmanship to caring about the end product and leading a team that shares that pride.

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If you want an honest, no-fuss conversation about what it takes to be a good builder in today’s market, this one is packed with lessons and straight talk from someone living it every day.