EP 180: Sustainable Homes in 2026: Why You Need One

What actually makes a home sustainable, and why are builders who understand it converting far more of their quotes? Mick sits down with Simon Clark, founder of Sustainable Homes Melbourne, to unpack what actually makes a home sustainable and why builders who understand it are converting far more quotes. They cover why Australia lags decades behind on insulation, why double glazing barely moves the cost needle, and where AI and offsite construction are taking the industry. Connect with Simon Clark: Company: https://sustainablehomesmelbourne.com.au/ & https://www.thesba.com.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablehomesmelbourne & https://www.facebook.com/buildersdeclareau/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablehomesmelbourne/ & https://www.instagram.com/sustainablebuildersalliance Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sustainablehomesmelb Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SustainableHomesMelbourne & https://youtube.com/@sustainablebuildersalliance?si=A1RFQ4nhmMK4AXoW Working hard but not making enough? Take this 2-minute quiz to find out what's holding your building business back and how to fix it: https://buildersfreedomreadiness.scoreapp.com/