Jerry Tyrrell
Founder Tools™
Jerry is a friend to our Industry. He is Architect trained & worked as a Labourer, Plumber, Electrician, Carpenter, Painter, Supervisor. He is a Licensed Builder & Building Consultant & is arguably the Father of the Building Inspection Industry. He was awarded Standard Aust’s first Innovation Award in 2018 & led the campaign to get the NCC & Standards free. Tools™ is the illustrated ‘Encyclopaedia’ of Construction & TAFEs. AAC Certifiers, BDAA, the MBA NSW employ Tools™ to teach everyone to build well. Tools™AI will answer more the complex questions. Jerry believes Tools™ will soon prevent all major mistakes, shame & loss in our Industry.
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May 18, 2026
#38 | BONUS Revolutionising Building Knowledge with Tools™ — An Interview with Jerry Tyrrell
Discover how innovative app Tools™ is transforming the construction industry by simplifying access to building codes, standards, and craftsmanship techniques. Jess Kismet interviews industry veteran Jerry Tyrrell about the app’s design, impact, and future potential to elevate building quality worldwide. Special Offer: Use code JESS20 for a discount on Tools™ and explore the app’s features. Download the app on the App Store here https://apps.apple.com/au/app/building-tools/id6444877751 and the Play Store here https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.tools&hl=en_AU Thanks to Jerry for sharing his insights and vision for a smarter, better-built future.
Guest: Jerry Tyrrell