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Smith & Sons General Contractors Podcast
Smith & Sons Coldstream are local General Contractors specializing in residential renovations, remodels, and custom homes across the Okanagan.
We know that for most homeowners, building or renovating is one of the biggest financial and emotional investments they’ll ever make. That’s why our focus is simple — deliver projects with clarity, structure, and as little stress as possible.
At Smith & Sons, we don’t leave things to chance. We operate with clear plans, detailed specifications, and — where appropriate — fixed price contracts. Because in our world, if it’s not in writing, it doesn’t exist.
This podcast is designed for homeowners who want to understand the process before they commit. We walk you through how projects actually work — from your first inquiry, through estimating, design, pre-construction, pricing, and into construction and completion.
You’ll also hear real conversations with:
- Homeowners who’ve been through the process
- Designers, suppliers, and trade partners
- Industry professionals sharing practical insights
- And behind-the-scenes thinking from Max Peterson and the Smith & Sons team
Our goal is to give you the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions — and avoid the common mistakes that cost time, money, and unnecessary stress.
If you're planning a renovation or building project, this podcast will help you understand what to expect, what to look out for, and how to get it done properly.
Episodes
14 episodes
Ep. 14 - NOT YOUR AVERAGE DEMOLITION!
<p>Not many people would think that a 4 year-old-home needs to undergo a big renovation... However, in this special episode, we uncover some of the poor installments and other deficiencies of a newly-built home in Vernon, BC.</p>
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Ep. 13 - CLIENT STORY - Janice
<p>In today's episode, we hear from Janice - a Smith & Sons client.</p><p>Janice recently hired Smith & Sons to renovate a bonus living area in her home that she refers to as her "woman cave"! Janice talks abou...
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Ep. 12 - DECLUTTERING, BUDGETING, AND BEAUTIFYING! With Carley Rangen
<p>Do you ever feel like when your house is cluttered, your brain feels cluttered?</p><p>Vernon designer Carley Rangen joins us in the studio again to chat about some creative ways you can declutter your space without ...
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Ep. 11 - BRINGING THE OUTDOORS IN with Carley Rangen
<p>Who wouldn't want their home to feel like a personalized oasis?</p><p>Vernon-based designer Carley Rangen joins us in the studio to chat about a few innovative ways to "bring the outdoors in" with systems such as Na...
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Ep. 10 - CLIENT STORY: Caroline
<p>Caroline shares her client story and how her experience working with Smith & Sons was so enjoyable!</p><p>You can see Caroline's full project video on the Smith & Sons <a href=https://smithandsons.ca&g...
Ep. 09 - IF IT'S NOT IN WRITING, IT DOESN'T EXIST!
<p>Why would you give your general contractor a blank cheque? Wouldn't you want the security of knowing the true cost of the project?</p><p>Smith & Sons know what clients want:</p>FIXED PR...
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Ep. 08 - REALTOR INSIGHTS with Matt Glen - Pt. 2
<p>In the second part of our conversation with Matt Glenn, we chat about the benefits of property investing. He's the consummate real estate professional, pleasing many clients in and around the Okanagan Valley in B.C.</p>&l...
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Ep. 07 - CLIENT STORY - Cheryl
Cheryl shares her client story and how her experience working with Smith & Sons was so enjoyable!<p>You can see Cheryl's full project video on the Smith & Sons <a href=https://smithandsons.ca>homepage</a>...
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Ep. 06 - DIY GC? NO ROI!
<p>Undertaking a renovation or build project at home? Thinking about being your own General Contractor? You may want to think twice...</p> <p>Although we can appreciate the desire to be creative, take charge, and creat...
Ep. 05 - WE'LL GIVE YOU A FIXED PRICE!!!
<p>Smith & Sons know what clients want: </p> FIXED PRICELIST OF SPECIFICATIONSCOMPLETION DATE<p>We know that if a client has these, they experience great...
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Ep. 04 - REALTOR INSIGHTS with Matt Glen - Pt. 1
In today's episode, we chat with Matt Glenn about what's up in the world of real estate. He's the consummate real estate professional, pleasing many clients in and around the Okanagan Valley in B.C.Need a real estate agent? Interested i...
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Ep. 03 - CLIENT STORY - Gagan & Sarah
Gagan and Sarah share their client story and how their experience working with Smith & Sons was so enjoyable!You can see Gagan and Sarah on the Smith & Sons homepage.Foll...
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