The Build Show Podcast

Feb 28 2025 170 ep. 38 mins 316
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Follow Matt Risinger on the Build Show Podcast as he discusses Building Science, Craftsmanship, & Best Practices for Building & Remodeling. Matt is a Builder who specializes in Architect Driven & Fine Craftsmanship Work.

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Are Model Homes Dead?

Feb 28 2025 35 mins  
Matt welcomes Justin Pratt from Builders Firstsource (BFS) to explore the future of home sales, particularly whether traditional model homes are becoming obsolete. Rising construction costs and changing buyer expectations have made 3-D digital tools a cost-effective and efficient alternative.

We Need to Talk about Spray Foam

Feb 21 2025 31 mins  
Matt is solo this week for an in-depth discussion on spray foam insulation, focusing on the differences between closed-cell and open-cell foam and the benefits of creating a conditioned attic space. He covers everything from installation best practices and building codes to fire safety and humidity control.

Building for Extreme Health

Feb 14 2025 36 mins  
Matt and Steve explore how to design and construct homes optimized for extreme health, focusing on mold resistance, superior indoor air quality (IAQ), and moisture control. Whether you're a builder, architect, or homeowner looking to create a healthier home, this episode provides expert insights into mold-resistant construction, high-IAQ design, and smart moisture management. Liste

Reduce Construction Time & Boost Profitability

Feb 07 2025 35 mins  
Matt kicks off Season 5 of The Build Podcast with Jeremy Martin of Risher Martin Fine Homes, discussing strategies to reduce construction time while maintaining quality and profitability. They emphasize meticulous planning, minimizing change orders, and streamlining workflows. Jeremy highlights how fixed-price contracts require precise pre-planning, while cost-plus contracts offer

Slab vs. Crawlspaces

Dec 20 2024 23 mins  
Matt does a deep dive into foundations and why one foundation might be a better choice than another, depending on your location.Many foundation styles came about because of frost-line differences. Northern builders might have a 3-foot frost line, which means it's necessary to dig below the frost line to avoid freeze-to-thaw issues in the wintertime. In other parts of the country, t

Top 5 Mistakes Builders Make (and how to fix them)

Dec 13 2024 22 mins  
This week, Matt goes solo to highlight five common construction mistakes made by Texas builders and offers practical solutions to improve building quality.

Episode 159: Most Awesome Drywall

Dec 06 2024 27 mins  
In this episode, Lydia Crowder discusses the importance of proper framing and climate control in achieving flawless drywall results, emphasizing the need for high-quality construction practices.

Value Engineering Your Plumbing Systems

Nov 29 2024 32 mins  
Matt teams up with master plumber Eric Aune, aka @mechanicalhub, to explore the “art” of value engineering plumbing systems. They dive right into cost-effective strategies that don’t compromise quality. Whether you’re a builder, plumber, or homeowner, this episode offers actionable advice on creating efficient, reliable plumbing systems. Don’t miss this engaging discussio

Mastering Construction Contracts: Fixed-Price vs. Cost-Plus

Nov 22 2024 38 mins  
Matt discusses the pros and cons of fixed-price and cost-plus construction contracts with guest Jeremy Martin, co-owner of Risher Martin, a leading custom homebuilder in Austin. Jeremy shares his firm’s unique approach to fixed-price contracts, emphasizing rigorous pre-construction planning and detailed specifications to ensure predictable budgets and schedules. This method foste

Let's Renovate A Bathroom

Nov 15 2024 35 mins  
Matt chats with fellow Build Show Expert, Zack Dettmore, about his brand-new Build Original Series “Let’s Renovate A Bathroom.” The series follows Zack through a bathroom renovation, offering practical advice for both professionals and DIY enthusiasts. They discuss balancing tasks homeowners can tackle, such as framing, trim, and using accessible materials like Schluter KERDI