Texas BrickLady
Helping Homeowners Build Smarter. Helping Contractors Build Better..
Expert guidance for homeowners, owner-builders, and contractors from a construction professional with more than 30 years of real-world experience. Learn how to choose the right contractor, avoid costly mistakes, and make informed decisions at every stage of your project.
Who I Help
Find the Resources That Fit Your Journey
Whether you're building your first home, growing your construction business, or breaking barriers in the skilled trades, you'll find practical guidance based on more than 30 years of real-world construction experience.
Homeowners & Owner-Builders
Planning a custom home?
Learn how to choose the right contractor, understand contracts, avoid costly mistakes, and make confident decisions from planning through final inspection.
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Contractors
Build a stronger business with practical advice on professionalism, communication, pricing, marketing, and earning your clients' trust.
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Women in the Trades
Real advice for women entering construction, growing their careers, and leading with confidence in the skilled trades.
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Popular Guides
Building Your Dream Home
Choosing Your Contractor
Construction Budget Guide
Understanding Contracts
Home Inspection Guide
Home Building Timeline
Mistakes to Avoid
About The Bricklady
For more than 30 years, I've worked in the construction industry helping homeowners, contractors, and communities solve complex building challenges.
From historic restorations and masonry projects to consulting with owner-builders, my mission has always been the same:
To help people make informed decisions before expensive mistakes happen.
Today, I share practical construction education through articles, books, videos, and consulting so homeowners can build with confidence and contractors can grow with integrity.
FAQ
Can I build my own home without hiring a general contractor?
Yes, but it requires careful planning, knowledge of permits, scheduling, budgeting, and inspections. My Owner-Builder resources walk you through the process.
How do I choose the right contractor?
The lowest bid isn't always the best value. Learn what questions to ask, what documents to request, and how to recognize red flags before signing a contract.
Do you offer one-on-one consultations?
Yes. I work with homeowners, owner-builders, and contractors who need professional guidance before or during construction.
Do you work outside Texas?
While my construction work is based in Texas, my educational resources and consulting help homeowners and contractors across the country.
What makes Texas BrickLady different?
Everything I teach comes from more than three decades of hands-on construction experience, not just research or theory.
Where should I start?
If you're planning to build, begin with the Building Your Dream Home guide for a complete roadmap through the construction process.
Let's build With Confidence
Ways to Work With Me
🏠 Homeowner Consultations
👷 Contractor Consulting
🎤 Speaking & Training
📚 Books & Educational Resources
📩 Contact Me