Why does the cheapest construction bid sometimes become the most expensive option?
In this episode of the Gold Coast Podcast, Eric Winegard, CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing, sits down with John Snellman Jr., Principal Owner and General Contractor of Snellman Construction, to talk about luxury home construction, family business, pricing, growth, and what homeowners often misunderstand before starting a major build.
John is a fourth-generation builder who grew up on job sites before eventually helping bring his family’s businesses from Connecticut to South Florida. After “burning the boats” and starting over, the family expanded into landscaping and pest control while rebuilding the high-end residential construction business.
John explains why simply comparing builders by price per square foot or choosing the lowest bid can be dangerous. In luxury construction, design decisions, engineering, materials, finishes, and scope can dramatically change the true cost, and he explains why getting the builder involved early can help prevent budget creep before construction even begins.
They also discuss surviving four generations as a family business, building company culture, working with family, raising the next generation, private equity in home services, and John’s long-term vision for Snellman Construction, Perfect Cut Landscaping, and East Coast Sprayers.
Guest:
John Snellman Jr.
Principal Owner & GC of Snellman Construction
Hosted by:
Eric Winegard
CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing
Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!
Eric WinegardHost
