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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.

  1. 13h ago

    Air Tightness with Randy Williams Part 1

    Matt Risinger sits down with special guest Randy Williams, Editor of Green Building Advisor, to discuss blower door testing and its role in building high-performance homes. Drawing on his experience as a builder, energy auditor, and building science consultant, Williams explains how blower doors measure air tightness, identify leaks, and help verify the continuity of a home's air barrier. They cover common testing mistakes, the value of pre-drywall testing, and ways to locate air leaks using thermal imaging and smoke. The conversation also examines air sealing between garages and living spaces, code requirements, and the challenges of achieving tighter building envelopes. Huge thanks to our episode sponsor, Huber Engineered Woods. To learn more visit: https://www.huberwood.com New to Huber ZIP System? If you haven't used Huber Engineered Woods products before, take advantage of their first-time user rebate offer and discover how ZIP System sheathing can help improve air and water protection in your next build. Learn more: https://www.huberwood.com/rebates Resources from This Episode: Green Building Advisor: https://www.greenbuildingadvisor.com/ Northern Built – Randy Williams: https://www.northernbuilt.pro/ Randy Williams Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northernbuiltpro/ Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network.  https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetwork https://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/ https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger   Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

    Air Tightness with Randy Williams Part 1

  2. Nov 6

    Is Being Busy Wrecking Your Business?

    Matt Risinger sits down with Jason Alcott of Breakthrough Academy to discuss how contractors can become more proactive in managing their businesses. They cover annual strategic planning, setting revenue and profit goals, and using quarterly reviews and regular team meetings to keep projects and people aligned. The conversation also explores meeting structure, leadership accountability, company vision and values, and making staffing decisions before business pressures force them. Alcott explains how Breakthrough Academy helps contractors build systems, develop leadership teams, and reduce their dependence on the owner so the business can operate more independently.  Huge thanks to our episode sponsor, Festool. To learn more visit: http://festoolusa.com/buildyoursystem   FREE TOOLS: Download the annual planning playbook from Breakthrough Academy. If you're feeling too busy to plan for 2027, why not take a shortcut?   Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network.  https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetwork https://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/ https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger   Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

    Is Being Busy Wrecking Your Business?

  3. Oct 30

    Humidity: The Silent Killer of Good Builds

    In this episode of the Build Show Podcast, Matt Risinger sits down with Nikki Krueger, Marketing Manager at AprilAire and Santa Fe, to discuss the importance of humidity control, the hidden dangers of moisture buildup, and how to prevent mold problems in both new and existing homes. Humidity can be one of the biggest threats to a home's durability, comfort, and indoor air quality, even in a well-built house. Matt and Nikki explore why air conditioning alone isn't always enough to control indoor humidity, the dangers of oversized HVAC systems and short cycling, and the importance of maintaining proper relative humidity levels. They break down the differences between portable, whole-house, and ventilating dehumidifiers, the role of ERVs, and strategies for managing moisture in basements, crawl spaces, and tightly built homes. The conversation also covers proper equipment sizing, air sealing, and the benefits of dedicated dehumidification systems to help builders and homeowners protect their homes from costly moisture damage. Huge thanks to our episode sponsor, Pella.  To learn more, visit: https://www.pella.com/ Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network.  https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetwork https://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/ https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger   Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

    Humidity: The Silent Killer of Good Builds

  4. Oct 23

    Build Science 501 Preview

    Matt Risinger, Founder of The Build Show, sits down with architect Steve Baczek and Author/Builder Mark Wille for a preview of the Build Science 501 series, covering building science concepts for builders, architects, and homeowners. They explain double wall construction and its role in thermal bridging, exterior insulation, and framing practicality in cold climates. The conversation moves to vapor control layers, why water and air control come before vapor concerns, and how that approach reduces mold risk. They also discuss air tightness, blower door testing, and why more insulation alone doesn’t make a better wall, using coolers and windows as comparisons, along with common mistakes in northern homes. Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network.  https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetwork https://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/ https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger   Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

    Build Science 501 Preview

  5. Oct 16

    Insulated Over-Roofs and Wildcard Insulation with Travis Brungardt

    Matt Risinger, founder of The Build Show, sits down with Travis Brungardt, host of the Building Consensus Podcast and contractor, for a conversation on unconventional insulation approaches. They start with insulated over-roof assemblies, discussing how continuous insulation above the roof deck supports airtight construction, conditioned attics, and better comfort in hot-humid climates. Travis describes framing methods and compares rigid board with batt insulation for the roof. The conversation then moves to lesser-used materials, including sheep’s wool, wood fiber, foam glass aggregate, denim batts, ICF, SIPs, and straw bale. They weigh availability, cost premiums, installer experience, and the environmental and indoor air quality reasons builders choose these products. Explore the Builder's Insulation Playbook Series and discover valuable insights, techniques, and best practices for better insulation and better building. Watch the full series here: https://buildshownetwork.com/bsn-series/builders-insulation-playbook Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network.  https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetwork https://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/ https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger   Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

    Insulated Over-Roofs and Wildcard Insulation with Travis Brungardt

  6. Oct 9

    Board Insulation Below Grade: Foam, Polyiso, and Mineral Wool

    In part two of their insulation series on the Build Show podcast, Matt Risinger, Founder, The Build Show and Travis Brungardt dig into board insulation, with a focus on basements and foundations. They compare rigid foam, polyiso, and mineral wool boards, covering water management, vapor-open assemblies, and thermal continuity. The conversation weighs interior against exterior placement below grade, including pest pressure, inspection access, and drainage. They also cover insulating slabs, offsetting joints in multiple layers, and how compressibility and labor affect installation. Durability and moisture control come up throughout, tied to the BUILD HD standard. Explore the Builder's Insulation Playbook Series and discover valuable insights, techniques, and best practices for better insulation and better building. Watch the full series here: https://buildshownetwork.com/bsn-series/builders-insulation-playbook Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network.  https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetwork https://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/ https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger   Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

    Board Insulation Below Grade: Foam, Polyiso, and Mineral Wool

  7. Oct 2

    Fibrous Insulation Deep Dive

    Matt Risinger sits down with builder Travis Brungardt on the Build Show podcast to dig into fibrous insulation, meaning any non-foam product that traps air between fibers. They start with fiberglass batts and blown-in loose fill, then move to cellulose and wood fiber, and they cover how installation quality and air movement affect real-world performance. The conversation looks at attics and walls, wind washing, settling, and the difference between rated and long-term R-value. They also touch on less common options like denim batts and blown-in blanket systems. The episode works as a companion to Travis's “Builders Installation playbook series and sets up a follow-up on rigid board insulation. Explore the Builder's Insulation Playbook Series and discover valuable insights, techniques, and best practices for better insulation and better building. Watch the full series here: https://buildshownetwork.com/bsn-series/builders-insulation-playbook Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network.  https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetwork https://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/ https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger   Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

    Fibrous Insulation Deep Dive

  8. Sep 25

    What Matt Risinger & Jake Bruton Learned Building Their Own Homes

    In this episode of the Build Show Podcast, Matt Risinger and special guest Jake Bruton discuss lessons they’ve learned from building homes for their own families and how those experiences have influenced their approach to clients. They talk about communicating plans more clearly, using 3D models and physical mockups to help clients understand spaces, and setting realistic expectations around construction schedules. The conversation also explores HVAC design, comfort, zoning, ventilation rates, and the importance of monitoring indoor air quality in high-performance homes. Matt and Jake share experiences with tight building envelopes, air sealing, pest control, and the realities of completing work themselves. They also discuss routine HVAC maintenance and how builders can help homeowners stay on top of ongoing service.  Huge thanks to our episode sponsor Huber.  To learn more visit: https://www.huberwood.com/ Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network.  https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetwork https://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/ https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger   Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

    What Matt Risinger & Jake Bruton Learned Building Their Own Homes
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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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  • Creator
    Matt Risinger
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    245
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021 Build Productions LLC
  • Show Website
    The Build Show Podcast

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