All of my FAVORITE Building Techniques

Follow along with Adam Harrison - / adamh012
Arlington IN BOX - www.aifittings....
Bora-Care Treatment Video - • DO THIS Before you Dry...
Follow Matt on Instagram! / risingerbuild
or Twitter / mattrisinger
Be sure to checkout our new Podcast!
buildshownetwo...
For more great video content check out Matts new site! buildshownetwo...
Sign-Up for the Newsletter buildshownetwo...
Build Show Network on Instagram / thebuildshow
Huge thanks to our Show sponsors Polywall, Huber, Prosoco, Rockwool & Viewrail for helping to make these videos possible! These are all trusted companies that Matt has worked with for years and trusts their products in the homes he builds. We would highly encourage you to check out their websites for more info.
www.Poly-Wall.com
www.Huberwood.com
www.Prosoco.com
www.Viewrail.com
www.Rockwool.com
MB01FGXXV5C0BUU

[@mcintosh.daughter]

Matt, what a great concept for a video. Meeting up with a builder that can show how they have enhanced their practices and benefitted from the Build Show. And Adam, what a phenomenal execution. It all gets covered up, but you built it as though it will be displayed in a museum. Great job.

[@buildshow]

Thanks Joel! Means a lot Brother

[@davedavis662]

This young man exemplifies the very characteristics we need for a successful future. Bravo sir I applaud you and wish you a very happy and prosperous career.

[@danhayek]

What a smart, humble, and kind builder who clearly cares about his craft.

[@FreedomMath]

I feel like this builder's journey exactly describes my own. I spent 2 years watching everything. As a first time owner builder, I just started laying my foundation this week and even created a manual of Matt's greatest hits. To my surprise, the old school subs have even been super receptive. We're all learning and building better. Thanks Matt. My build is in Charlotte, if you're in the area anytime over next 18months, would love to do a similar walkthrough. (We are building 4 more family homes on the same 50 acres lot!)

[@DougWilson36]

Would love to see this manual. I am starting to write down something similar for my build in a couple years to help the subs out.

[@damianbergamaschi3180]

@@DougWilson36 sure thing. Is there a way to DM me on here and we can swap emails. Now that i finished building, I picked up a few other (would have done this different ideas) happy to share. Im in Charlotte area.

[@kevinstenger4334]

Wow, there is still hope for the building industry! It’s great to see someone that is actually interested in building well. Most builders I see today are only interested in building the cheapest thing they can throw up, and they act like minimum code is such an unnecessary burden on them. I’ve tried to educate a friend of mine that a builder here just outside Chattanooga but he always uses the excuse that he can’t do that because nobody else does and he has to compete. I like the boric acid trick, I did something like that a few years ago. My daughter and son in law bought a big house and the home inspector failed to notice the smell and damage in the attic from a major infestation of mice, squirrels, raccoons, etc. the previous owner had the access points for the larger animals repaired and covered up the mess with a new layer of fiberglass insulation but never dealt with the mice. We eliminated the mice and repaired all the places they were getting in then completely gutted the attic. When we put it back together we used blown in cellulose and I had him sprinkle borax powder into the hopper of the blower while were installing it.

[@iamblaineful]

You have helped me, someone who builds/remodels now and then, and new builders. Something to really be proud of. I've completely changed my opinion about a ton of things and baking in those costs for Zip and other things into my upcoming build.. I'm a BSEE (Elec Engineer in Comp Science) and have worked in IT for the last 30yrs, I love building new things with my hands and getting away from the screen. Doing it right the first time makes all the sense in the world. I've had questions, and just by watching your videos, every one of them has been answered in depth. Kudos!

[@jaywardlumber]

Long time subscriber and this has to be one of my favorite videos ever. Love to see the new builder using so many of the best practices in the project. Thanks Matt for passing on the knowledge.

[@themid-atlantic5239]

This is probably one of my favorite videos. What a great testament to all of the great information you are sharing and love seeing it implemented to make better buildings across the country. Bravo.

[@ryandaniel8856]

Mr Risinger, you’ve mentored more people than you know… myself included. Thank You, brother!

[@bretthiggins1473]

Great video! Adam seems like a very professional guy, and it awesome to see all knowledge he's learned from the online community.

[@ZachAshcraft]

This was so inspiring for me. I'm just getting started with woodworking and building, but wanting to build some small homes for Airbnb in the coming year. Videos like this keep me motivated!

[@luispadovani3788]

Extremely exceptional work to detail 👏 I love to see a young person so interested and intusiastic about their work. You will be a great and know builder for high end homes, you keep up that work and your name will spread. I loved the personalized signatures...very special and when we,are all gone ,someone will be like wow, this is so cool

[@banayeehomes]

Matt you are my mentor, my instructor, my teacher. I have been watching every single video you make. I am a young builder in Canada and I am telling you that I have learned the trade from you. I have gained much much much more knowledge then I could gain in the college or university. I really appreciate your and the build show network contributors effort to transfer your best knowledge your treasure to next gen builders. I have started to work in my own company, I wish to have you once in one of my great projects. Please promise me that you will come once I have a project where I applied all the knowledge of building science I have learned from you. Thanks and I personally love you.

[@generichards6497]

Very cool, you should be so proud of what people have accomplished in construction with your help.

[@mcd5082]

I want this gentlemen to build my next house, such great attention to detail and smart thinking.

[@soving]

What a great interview. You know, trades who care like Adam does are a rare breed. This kind of guy bri G's a ton of added value...you just know he is making decisions that are in the clients best interest. This fellow will always be busy.

[@rbcoutdoorsandrcs2021]

Love what ya do man. Thanks for exposing us all.to such great content. Im 34 and have built a 2400 sq ft 3 floor home 90 % by myself. From excavation to framing, electrical and plumbing, cabnits and countertops, toilets and towel rods. Starting siding next week. Cannot wait to upload all the progress and send you some content. Used everything I could learn from you and the build show from tips and tricks to flashing and wrapping for ain air tight seal. You'll have yo make a trip to the Adirondacks when it's finished.

[@dennismeadows930]

Adam’s attention to the details are fantastic! Beautiful building at 12Fires that I plan to frequent often.

[@mannyvelez4437]

Matt you have influenced how I look at things at my house now. This past summer I just got my whole house Mitsubishi ductless a/c with bight heat. I also did my whole house water filtration.

[@kentmillerstudios]

When you think no one is watching. I can say i am not a builder. However, when working on my house. I think back to techniques and products you have talked about and that info sticks out in how I go about repairing or upgrading. Thanks for the education and entertainment.

[@ducagace1390]

Wow! Impressive and inspiring! The "ON THE BUILD SHOW" is gold. I pray for the best for you and your family! Take care both of you.

[@SeeSheriLee]

Matt thank you for the content you create. Because I saw your video about sealing, Boracare, and Boric acid to keep out air and bugs I talked to the builder then took those steps before drywall. Your suggestions also made me aware of many areas where additional sealant was needed. I feel much better about the seal on soon to be new home. You have also made me aware of some things I plan to do after I move it. Keep sharing great content. As a wine lover I will definitely order some 12 Fires wine.

[@good.morning.everyone]

That is a testament to Matts impact on the industry at large and to the individual builder. There’s no secret sauce here, just informed decisions and intentional design elements to meet a performance standard. I love that you give context to the reason for these kind of improvements to traditional framing. Some apply other places, some don’t, but it’s the exercise of determining the application and performance you desire and making the building work for you (your customer) or future generations. I love this whole video.

[@davidmireles6056]

In my opinion. matt relies heavily on his subcontractors and architects for new techniques and methods..he is a glorified salesman..I don't think he's ever built anything with his own hands

[@FreekHoekstra]

Someone should really come up with a nail gun that automatically deposits a bead of caulking. Filling up the nail holes after the fact is a lot of work and you’re probably gonna miss some. Having a nail gun that just automatically seals after you shoot would be a huge win, also keeps the nail from corroding. Someone build this :)

[@jeffreybrown9536]

WAY TO GO ADAM!

[@crgomarro]

Only Texans say "It's only 90° outside". Excellent work!

[@LasVegasVocalist]

I loved watching this video, Matt. The signings all over the walls are awesome. Matt, this now confirms, with absolute certainty, that you ARE an INFLUENCER. You've Arrived! Congrats!

[@T_157-40]

Learned new things today. Great builder. Wish I knew someone like him in WA State.

[@Data_Wolf]

Learning from all these videos, I appreciate yall!

[@enriquealdogarcia4850]

That´s the site!!! like my town in Mendoza, Argentina. With a lot of grapes & wineries. Many thanks, all this experience very useful to me

[@vit1844]

Same here Matt! I always learn from you, expert builders! Please, don't worry, you have thousands of people always learn from your content!

[@jameslyons1661]

Watching learned a bunch been on the shelf a couple years thank you

[@idahocartel]

This is so great!! And love the hidden signings and messages

[@batmb1e]

So proud of Adam's evolution as a builder! Love it!

[@brickleyb]

This is so impressive well done guys!

[@kdub4pres]

Having a video that summarizes the best techniques to use is great. I know there probably isn't a best onesizefitsall formula, but seeing a favorite recommendation for each climate would be great to see. Thanks for the great videos, really enjoy watching them

[@StreamingF1ydave]

Hell yeah! I have a lot of this planned for a lake front cottage I'm doing. Still trying to figure out how I'm going to pull off sealing the basement I'm going to add by digging out the crawlspace. I'm really impressed by how much the mini split saved. I'm still gonna do zehnder!

[@MS-uu8xg]

I love the osha evidence at the end signing the wall 😂😂👌🏻

[@Keep_Freedom_Free]

Great video. I’ve been keeping a list of all the stuff you have used on your house so I can also use on mine one day in the future way up here in Alaska. Awesome to see someone else influenced by you.

[@kieferonline]

Inspirational video! This was a good one

[@johnny-xq7tp]

dude, this is awesome. great work Matt!

[@huntera123]

This is so good on so many levels.

[@justincampbell4619]

Gig 'Em! Matt and Adam

[@alsnows6021]

About to start framing our house, this is good information.

[@roBLINDhood]

So cool to see this!!!

[@williamdavies1977]

That's a clean-ass job site.

[@Rew123]

Good observation

[@baraksvisa7513]

Matt, you should come to Los Angeles we love you here

[@malcolmpaull9324]

So much knowledge with your videos

[@karlt2845]

Awesome thanks!!

[@Blackcreekstudios]

The carrier mini split is interesting. What was used for air exchange ?

[@elplata7224]

Super impressive

[@kwaskeconstruction3382]

The most sincere compliment is imitation :)

[@freightshayker]

Thanks

[@charlesvaske8132]

Great project. Is ventilation much of a concern with a ductless system and a well-sealed building, or will door openings on busy days bring in enough fresh air?

[@JoeTaber]

The building being so sealed might be an issue, would probably be a good idea to have a controlled system to bring in fresh air.

[@AsHellBored]

even matt's house has that HVAC addon that brings in fresh air.

[@bassntruck]

That building has standard garbage commercial doors. They don't seal when new. It won't be an issue.

[@steveedlund7357]

Commercial buildings have fresh air code requirements.

[@ericpetersen7465]

hi from colorado i wish you were around when i started up i started up no one was around to ask keep up the good job

[@phebephillips]

🧡 Best show on KZbin ❣️

[@MichaelSchneiderTexas]

I cant believe how many wineries are being built in that corridor in the last 20 years. I remember none back in the day.

[@jundossantos]

I like the air tightness of the building. Does he have plans for fresh air intake?

[@keatonopila4914]

Great video

[@justinbrost275]

That was an Awesome Video. Thanks for sharing.

[@AF-O6]

He looks and sounds like a builder version of Dave Grohl. That’s a high compliment…being an artist in one’s field, and he is definitely a virtuoso!

[@joelhenry5168]

Awesome vid

[@CorinneSegura]

"on a mild day when it's only 90 out" 😆

[@woasc0ut]

Those outdoor AC units should be on rubber feet or a rubber pedestal to stop the transition into the concrete slab. Also how are you getting fresh air into it? With 100 people in there the CO2 level is going to spike hard and you are going to have some sleepy people

[@LeoMeisels]

Hi Matt, do you need to make vapour pressure and dew point calculations of the envelope structures in the USA?

[@DNeid]

Matt, I've got a really cool idea, I have no idea if it's even possible or if its been done before. But I'm buying my first house at 22, and it's an older home that is currently still rather water proof *knock on wood* a roof replacement and likely siding replacement are going to be needed within the next 5-10 years. I was thinking of doing both at the same time, and using my own time and labor and that of friends, do all the demolition, and put up new sheathing, and potentially redo rafter tails as the current ones are rotting at the ends. BUT The question is, as I'm tearing out the old siding and maybe old sheathing, would it be possible to remove all the old (likely batted) insulation from the interior walls, and spray closed cell foam, then put new Zip System up on the exterior, and then do the roof and siding? Or does spray insulation have to be done from the inside?

[@romeparham3357]

Hi Mat, big fan in Alaska! Building an artic tinyhouse. Would love your input

[@LeonKennedy1987]

I'm remodeling my entire house and I am planned to rip off the old siding, plus the blue foam board and fake brick tar siding shoved underneath. I'm planning on taking off all the old boards and replace them with zip boards (unless it is better to keep them under the zip but it seems superfluous). My endgame is having a Nova Brik siding; Is it okay to nail battens to the zip sheathing? Should I seal the batten impact points and seems? Before the Nova Brik is screwed on and setup, do I have to put insulation (I'd use rockwool) between the battens onto the green zip? Do I have to put anything at all on the green zip before installing the Nova Brik? The Nova Brik works well with the inside being an open cavity. Thank you.

[@andybrooke1961]

Matt, I am here in Alaska and to get zip sheathing it needs to come from Bosie.

[@SRiderEv]

Hi Matt, I've started watching your videos about 2 months ago and would like to know if the build show recommend any good builder in the Greater Seattle area, love the show and wish could find some builder in the area that does what you guys do!

[@cindianderson9443]

Which carrier units are those? My local carrier hvac guy said there was no residential VRV set up like this. Then a carrier sales rep told me there was but the minimum compressor was 50kBTU. So that house needs 100kBTU? My whole 4000 sf house only needs 30k on the coldest day of the year.

[@robertfitzgerald8243]

Matt what r those boots called for the mini split line going into the house

[@thepeachfarmer]

Again. I love the AC system. BUT there are issues with multiple thermostats in the same space. I don’t build homes but I manage lots of commercial refrigeration spaces for produce and ice cream. Here’s what’s going to happen: if all thermostats are set to same temp. Do they all turn in simultaneously? What if the load was very small and the units turning on make that very quickly. Short cycle. So then you step the thermostats. Problem here is one units runs all the time and they don’t rotate between “lead” units. I know these technologies on paper are blowing the minds of home builders. It does me too. But I think we’re going to see issues with how these complex systems are going to be “controlled”

[@hamsickle1]

a fix for this is to have sensors in the different zones and have those thermostats run based off the sensor and not the thermostat itself.

[@thepeachfarmer]

@@hamsickle1 what then happens if the "zoned" units are located in the same room? Do both units turn on simultaneously? Would one unit tend to turn on before the other? I had this problem in a cooler. One unit was running all the time and the other never flipped on. The question becomes do you want them to turn on together or would you prefer one to turn on for a time period and if it can't make up the load, we then bring the other unit on?

[@thepeachfarmer]

@@hamsickle1 So issues with this mean the temp probes might not be exactly calibrated together. If temp probes are not located in the same location then one temp probe could be near a door (the case in my cooler problem). Another issue is the air handler also helps to "mix" the air across a single zone so if one never runs, you end up with hot spots and cold spots. I just see the need here for a single controller for a single room with multiple "smart" air handlers that need to be controlled by a single temperature probe with some time delays or special fan controls to properly mix the air and prevent short cycling or overuse of a single unit. I haven't seen that yet. I've just seen HVAC guys really excited about not running duct work (understandably). Throwing cassettes and wall units around the building. Then you end up with one of those units pulling the weight. It works if the individual units are set to operate in an area where there is limited "cross-zone" mixing. It poses problems when individual units are trying to climate control a continuous space. As in the case of the retail area in the above video

[@KrokodilKirill01]

I'm a novice builder. Can someone explain why there is strapping on the walls? Is it just to hold the insulation in place?

[@beingcreative22]

It's let-in bracing, installed for lateral resistance. Helps walls resist racking in case of storm/earthquake.

[@KrokodilKirill01]

@@beingcreative22 appreciate that!

[@jackharrison2746]

The wall studs are framed 24” OC. I notched in the strapping to strength my tape joints on my 5/8” drywall install.

[@roberthedrick7805]

how can I get one of those build camo hats?

[@davidmireles6056]

Hello Matt, I'm a general contractor/builder from San Antonio,TX..I just had a quick question for you...Have you actually ever a build a custom house with your own hands..set forms,framing,roofing,interior finish out..etc....Just curious..

[@k53847]

Pro tip - Don't spread boric acid powder in the plenum space under a data center raised floor...

[@johnwhite2576]

Zip does not recommend placing their tape over their liquid flash (you can apply liquid over the tape, but why would you ?_

[@wizardsleeve2]

Good

[@ultihighlights9527]

How do I find a builder that cares about quality like this in San Diego.

[@BillyJ10]

👍

[@jameslyons1661]

❤

[@cengeb]

Wood construction for a commercial space? Odd

[@Charlie-zz7kr]

Gig’em

[@jameslyons1661]

🏁👍

[@largepimping]

Nice to see specific evidence that the internet isn't 100% evil! This is really cool.

[@FR-yt5ik]

Matt you should feel good you're passing on knowledge to a completely new generation

[@mattkrywyj5184]

ONLY 90 degrees out??? LOL...Geez

[@GeraldLeenerts]

Now if only we can teach people the truth about spray foam. Can we please stop using the stuff? The insulation industry really needs to be overhauled.

[@daveklein2826]

Oh educated one, show proof to support your comment

[@GeraldLeenerts]

You mean aside from the toxic nature of spray foam? Or the longevity of the product? Or it’s ability to trap moisture in your wood? Or that it’s not environmentally friendly? The only thing it has going for itself is the R value, but insulation isn’t just about R values but also thermal mass. I’m excited for the future of insulation which is wood fiber insulation.

[@yentrader]

I love Adam’s attention to detail. What really bugs me is to see the careless approach so many companies and trades take in their work, slap it together, get paid and it’s see you later.

[@Pious-Inquisitor]

Because that's all they paid for.

[@yentrader]

@@Pious-Inquisitor Sometimes, but it’s been my experience more often than not that people I hire do not provide the quality and attention to detail that they promised from the start. Consequently, I just do most things myself.

[@Pious-Inquisitor]

Correct on both counts.

[@WSnaden2626]

But how do you find someone like Adam or Matt to work on your house???!!

[@LeisureLivin207]

Don’t get me wrong I love his work. I just wish all customers could afford the best materials.However, 80% need OSB ,Tyvek, and regular silicone for gaps between crete and plate There should be more videos of what’s really taking place at most houses. Sure is fun using nice materials.

[@mikefranks4528]

Matt, one of the best shows I’ve seen. Great presentation of the next generation performing effective and optimized-techniques that you’ve been showcasing on your videos. You’re mentoring thousands if not hundreds of thousands whether you know it or not.

[@nicholascooper1193]

I like how doing something simple like sealing nail holes becomes a whole "thing", basically because builders didn't give a crap for the last 50 years or so.

[@danielwoodard680]

That humble kid rocks

[@augustreil]

The way he did the sill sealing is really a good way to do it.

[@j.n.572]

I love the signing thing. I was renovating my parents house about 10 years ago. On the back of one of the head casing on one of the doors I found "built for my daughter "X", love dad" along with the date. The date was the year the house was originally built. It was pretty cool to see. I

[@dd-kg9si]

Great guy motivated to self-educate. Very cool.

[@BradleyFordAus]

Why doesn't he join the build show network??? Showing a younger builder learning....

[@rotorblade7363]

It must have been very humbling indeed to have a mentor come in on camera to critique your own work. This was a good video to showcase new talent coming into an old trade. If Adam is half as relaxed and diligent with his employees and subcontractors as has was in the interview, he's going places and probably a great guy to work for.

[@jjansen987]

Great video! It’s so scary to see are younger generation that doesn’t know anything when it comes to construction. I am only 42 years old and it’s scary to see what all is coming into the workforce at this time. I am a commercial superintendent for large commercial projects. And let me tell you there is not a workforce out there anymore. The days of seeing young Formans has come & gone and/or far & few between sadly. So to see younger craftsman is a great thing.

[@erich9244]

Matt I am not a home builder ...rather a home owner..Your show is awesome and has taught me TONS. Keep on keeping on!