Ep 151 with Branden Murphy, Estimator and Project Manager at Old Philadelphia Associates

Meet Brendan Murphy, Estimator and Project Manager at Old Philadelphia Associates, who shared invaluable insights into the world of masonry restoration and waterproofing.

Brendan emphasizes the significant role of union labor in ensuring top-notch training, safety, and compliance in urban construction.

He also highlights the critical importance of regular maintenance over costly repairs for high-rise buildings.

Plus, Brendan's personal touch on his hobbies and passion for Philly sports added a relatable human element to our conversation.

Check out the full interview for more gems on maintaining the integrity and safety of Philly architecture!

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Episode Highlights:

✅ Brendan Murphy describes his role at Old Philadelphia, emphasizing its union affiliations and commitment to masonry restoration and waterproofing. [00:00:22]

✅ Brendan reveals his personal interests, including golf, skiing, and a passion for history and Philly sports. [00:01:10]

✅ He highlights the advantages of using union labor in urban settings for superior training, safety, and regulatory compliance. [00:01:39]

✅ Brendan emphasizes the critical nature of annual maintenance over repairs for high-rise buildings to prolong material lifespan and reduce costs. [00:02:47]

✅ Discussing community associations, Brendan notes the challenges of budgeting and the necessity of educating board members on maintenance priorities. [00:04:29]

Key Quote:

💡"The unions offer a great training program for the apprentices, so they attend classes every week and learn the trade, and there's continuing education for them. So, our guys are the best in the business, they're really well trained and well educated in their field." - Brendan Murphy

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