Trade Talk (Ep. 28) - Tech on the Jobsite: How BFS Is Modernizing the Builder Experience

In this episode of Trade Talk, Sarah and Lindsay sit down with Dennis Candelora of Builders FirstSource to unpack one of the fastest-growing shifts in construction: digital tools. Dennis breaks down how platforms like MyBLDR are helping builders streamline communication, reduce waste, and save time — all while improving collaboration between teams and clients.From real-time access to quotes and jobsite documents to 3D home configuration tools and digital takeoffs, Dennis explains how BFS is modernizing the building experience without replacing the relationships that matter most. He also shares success stories from the field and gives a sneak peek into BFS’s upcoming redesigned mobile app.Plus, don’t miss this week’s Voices from the Booth, featuring highlights from our Walton County meetup, sponsored by Coastal Brick and Stone.What You’ll Learn:What BFS’s digital tools actually do — and why they matterHow MyBLDR helps builders centralize plans, quotes, deliveries, and billingHow 3D rendering and Home Configure help homeowners visualize selectionsHow digital takeoffs reduce waste, errors, and reordersWhy adoption is easier than builders think — and how BFS trains teamsReal examples of builders scaling faster with digital toolsSneak peek of the new BFS mobile app coming soonPerfect For:Builders, remodelers, framers, suppliers, and construction pros looking to run more efficiently, grow their business, and leverage technology without losing the personal touch.Key Quote:“At the end of the day, we're a relationship business. We don't want to lose that. We just want to find ways to enhance it.” - Dennis Candelora, Builders First Source (20:40)Listen & Subscribe:New episodes drop every Tuesday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, and leave a review to support the show.