#160 - Why Basements are a Bad Idea with Andrew Oding

Building trainer and specialist Andrew Oding joins us this week to talk about the building science missing link in programs and codes - and why basements are a bad idea!  With an extensive background as a builder for 20+ years Andrew brings a real-life practicality to building science principles and their in-field applications. An engaging speaker and industry recognized leader, Andrew and the BKC team works with over 350+ builder clients across N. America . As a recognized building science trainer by the government of Canada-Office of Energy Efficiency, Building Science Specialist (University of Toronto), and HVAC designer(HRAI), is working closely with the development of the new National Building Code of Canada: 2020 Proposed tiered code -Standing Committee on Energy Efficiency in Housing and Building, the re-development of ASHRAE 90.2 SSPC Energy efficiency standard for low-rise residential buildings. 90.2 and many advanced building programs (i.e. ENERGY STAR®, Net Zero Homestm, LEED for HomesTM, etc.) across North America The Conscious Builder Website: www.theconsciousbuilder.com  The Conscious Builder on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeThir3L7kgmChWyHnKBWVw  The Conscious Builder on Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_conscious_builder/