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Home Build Podcast

Episodes

Episode 57: Steve and Retired Home Depot CMO Talk About Building Her Home

Episode 57    

In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Steve Lesem interviews Trish Mueller, former Home Depot's Chief Marketing Officer, about the custom home building process, owner expectations, budgeting, and choosing a trustworthy builder, highlighting valuable insights for builders.

Episode 56: Tankless Water Heaters

Episode 56    

In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt and Tim Greer discuss tankless water heaters, debunking myths and offering compelling arguments for their use. They cover outdoor mounting, freezing protection, heating deltas, shower-head flow, traditional venting vs. PVC venting, and more.

Episode 55: Tight Houses vs. Leaky Houses

Episode 55    

Matt and Kristof Irwin discuss mechanical design in the Build Podcast, focusing on duct layout, equipment selection, and diffuser selection for occupant comfort and system efficiency. They discuss building science and long-term vs. short-term owner satisfaction, emphasizing the importance of passive systems.

Episode 54: Drywall and Finishes

Episode 54    

In this Build Podcast episode, Matt, Lydia Crowder, and Brent Hull discuss American home building history, drywall and wall finishes, and application techniques. They discuss finish levels and techniques, with Matt on Instagram and Lydia on Twitter.

Episode 53: Why Wood Over Other Products?

Episode 53    

In the Build Show podcast, Matt and Robbie Davis discuss wood as infrastructure, its shift from outdoor use to indoors, forest management, sustainability, and tree farming. They also cover pickled wood for builders.

Episode 52: Waterproofing Homes and Wood

Episode 52    

Matt interviews Brian Long, owner of Brian Long Custom Homes, on the Build Podcast, discussing waterproofing, discussing mistakes and the "double burrito" in the industry.

Episode 51: Foundations, Framing Approaches, Role of the Structural Engineer

Episode 51    

Matt interviews second-generation engineer Witt Smith on the Build Podcast, discussing alternative building systems like SIP panels, insulated concrete forms, and ICFs, questioning if hype is justified.

Episode 50: Best Plumbing Specs

Episode 50    

The Build Podcast features Matt and Eric Aune discussing plumbing specs, comparing systems, PEX, Viega and Uponor products, copper piping, dry fitting, zombie apocalypse plumbing, and PTC systems. This episode is essential for builders, plumbers, and project managers.

Episode 49: Everything You Need to Know About Building Science in 30 Minutes

Episode 49    

In this Build Podcast episode, Matt and Steve Baczek discuss building science, its definition, role in climate, location, and water, past house construction, and four key insights into understanding building science.

Episode 48: What the American Workman Wears (And Why It Matters)

Episode 48    

In The Build Podcast, Matt and Tim Hill discuss the reasons behind building homes, focusing on relationships and the enjoyment of being heroes. They encourage listeners to consider their own reasons for building.

Episode 47: Why Do You Build?

Episode 47    

In The Build Podcast, Matt and Tim Hill discuss the reasons behind building homes, focusing on relationships and the enjoyment of being heroes. They encourage listeners to consider their own reasons for building.

Episode 46: Client Expectations (And How to Deal with them)

Episode 46    

Clients often start projects with preconceived notions, which may not be rooted in reality. Builders must understand their clients' beliefs and process this information. The education process helps determine if the client is a good match, requiring upfrontness to avoid wasted time.

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