One of the founder of Blue Ridge Construction, Calvin Rust.
Calvin Rust is a self-made contractor with a passion for homebuilding and education.
Calvin grew up on a family farm, he developed a strong work ethic early, managing operations from age 11.
Beyond construction, Calvin is dedicated to teaching others how to manage their own homebuilding projects.
With a growing online presence of 400,000–500,000 followers, he creates educational content on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok under BRC Construction and BRC Framing.
Calvin shared about:
- The importance of working closely with tradespeople in construction, even if they don’t specialize in every trade.
- Key points in construction, emphasizing the importance of coordinating trades like plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work.
- Calvin believes DIY building can help people afford quality homes while maintaining control over their projects.