10. How Builders Are Adapting To Change With Trevor Salter

2021-12-30

In episode ten of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, our host, Bosco Anthony is joined by Trevor Salter, director of Salter Builders based in Nelson, New Zealand. Throughout this episode, Trevor uncovers how builders are adapting to change. Salter Builders specialises in building bespoke, architectural new home builds. The team at Salter Builders believes that being involved in the very early concept stages to be a key component of a successful outcome for their client’s build and budget. Trevor’s company has over 20 years of exp...

Salter Builders specialises in building bespoke, architectural new home builds. The team at Salter Builders believes that being involved in the very early concept stages to be a key component of a successful outcome for their client’s build and budget.

Trevor’s company has over 20 years of experience building on some of the most challenging locations within the Christchurch, Tasman and Nelson regions in New Zealand.

Tune in to this episode to hear what made Trevor choose residential construction, why he almost left the industry all together and his view on the trends we can expect to see in the industry.

ABOUT TREVOR SALTER

Trevor is a Registered Master Builder, Licensed Building Practitioner and the Owner/Director of Salter Builders. Trevor’s business has been operating since 2007, offering unique, bespoke, custom design and build solutions in the Nelson/Tasman region of New Zealand.

Connect with Salter Builders: linkedin.com/company/salter-builders-limited

TIMELINE

1:33 Introduction to Trevor and Salter Builders.
5:49 What made Trevor choose residential construction?
7:58 The struggles Trevor has faced throughout his career.
9:22 What the industry was lacking when Trevor started out.
14:15 What made a significant impact on Trevor's business?
17:03 Trevor’s view on industry pressures.
19:12 Why builders need to adapt to change.
21:38 Trends and innovations in the industry in New Zealand.
27:31 The legacy Trevor is leaving.
28:48 Trevor’s advice to younger builders.

LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE

Salter Builders Website: salterbuilders.co.nz

APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com

APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/

APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders

APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders

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