High performance Barndominiums, humidity control, and air tight homes - The Barndominium Show E126

Erik and Matt Risinger meet at the 2019 ATX Building Performance Conference in Austin, Texas.
Erik and Matt chat about Barndominiums, insulation, HVAC proper sizing, humidity issues, Huber Zip wall system, and home and barndominium performance in general.
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[@joann5157]

Erik, I love the way you want to continue to learn and improve! You are so refreshing to watch.

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you.

[@MrMr123]

My 2 favorite builders in one show.... Would love to see you guys throw a project together

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you. Matt is a busy guy, but maybe we can make something work in the future.

[@rockyaev8287]

I was gonna say the same thing. I've posted on his channel a few times wanting to see stuff in particular to barndo style builds. I would love to see a full walk through on the shell....so from concrete, to shell. I would love to come to a project site just to see it in person! I love the aspects of Matts builds...but love the looks of a Barndo

[@GermanLibertarian]

Y'all got to be kidding. I've been following both of you forever. And just yesterday I watched Matt's Insta-uploads where he mentioned their family barndo. This is great!

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Yes, it was actually perfect timing because we were getting ready to upload this video, so we were able to use footage he posted on their barndo on this video. :) Thanks for watching!

[@GermanLibertarian]

@@TexasBarndominiums Best regards to the team, Eric! Keep up the good work!

[@mikebrian2557]

My 2 favorite builders!

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you

[@kylezmcgee455]

Then you got the other guy who will take it down by pew pew it down, only if it gets to certain 'ranches'. 😉

[@stevepicchi8986]

Two awesome builders in one frame! I will tell you this Eric, no one breaks it down better than you, hands down! I’ve learned more from you than anyone else on KZbin.

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you

[@adamUDavies]

Eric I'm impressed by people who are open to learning something new and not so close minded and their way is the only way. I'm 54 and still learning whatever I can. I enjoy watching and learning from your videos.

[@thehappytexan]

I’ve been following Matt for a while now and after seeing the quality of his homes and the products he uses, I was pretty sure y’all have followed along with him too. It’s nice to see two of the best builders in Texas connecting.

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you

[@dpd16790]

the 4 best builders on youtube.. 2 of em here then rrbuilding and essential craftsman... larry haun was awesome too but he passed away.. great framing series from him on here and essential craftsman is doing another one.. rrbuildings is the place to go to learn about hanging sheet metal and running trim... concrete and metal buildings is right here and we all know matt resigner is the man for building science.. a lot can be learned from all these guys about how to do it and nail the details perfectly...

[@thomassmith2056]

A pleasure listening too professional builders. Follow both of you guys.

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you

[@dc9039]

Erik, you should invite Matt to do a show on one of your job sites. That would be a power-boost in subscribers.

[@TexasBarndominiums]

We may do that, but he's a busy guy. I'll pitch it to him and see what happens.

[@peterholthoffman]

I am really happy to see this video!!! The two of you are my favorite KZbin channels and I had been thinking of suggesting that you two should meet. I would really like to see a series of crossover videos where he comes to a barndominium project and the two of you discuss the pros and cons of this and that while looking at the specifics of that project. Then you would go to one of his projects and do the same thing. The focus would be to compare and contrast barndominiums and custom homes. At any rate, I hope you figure out some reason and way to make some more videos like this one with the both of you in it.

[@TexasBarndominiums]

We will try and make that happen. Thanks.

[@adamqualls7472]

I love both these guys! Great knowledge, character and great insights on the gold standard of modern home building.

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you.

[@MegaZedlav]

My 2 favorite vlogs on together cool!

[@TexasCountryLiving]

Furious Styles I’m subscribed to both, too!

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you both!

[@jonleonguerrero]

Two of my favorite builders and content creators.

[@ahabion]

Matt is the man!

[@juliatodhunter6454]

My two favorite builders!

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you!

[@GlassicGamer]

Nice Eric you got to do a colab with Matt! It would be great if you can get him to your job site one of these days.

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thanks. We’ll discuss it at some point.

[@revtmyers1]

Love learning from Matt

[@rocky6893]

Wow these 2 great artists together! Nice!

[@eduardocastillo368]

Take you for sharing your knowledge, very appreciated.

[@ericpearle4971]

That was cool! Two of my favorite builing channels for sure!

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you. :)

[@EngineerPEretired]

Erik, Georgia Pacific, DensGlass exterior product is what we use on commercial buildings here... They out perform... Very enjoyable to watch you never stop learning... You are awesome!

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you!

[@sthrnvoice3198]

Matt has pretty much covered every issue I've had with my current house in one of his videos! You guys should partner up on a project!

[@junem342]

LOL I do follow Matt

[@dieselshadow]

Matt is awesome, glad you guys could meet up. I follow both of y’all. 👍🏼

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you

[@thomassmith2056]

Me too

[@patrickmayer9566]

Yes,here they are,,,,,,,,our newest professionals showing us what our future house will be made of....low matenence, budget minded,safe and simple houses,,,no waste,,,,,,,,DREAM ON.....!....😐land o' lakes,wi.usa...

[@centerhilllakerealtor5722]

Killing it!! Matching hat and Shirt man on my looking good! I love how much if a listener you are because some people will interview people and you can tell they aren't listening. Makes me like you even more! My favorite part is when Matt said he only had 3k subscribers at a year and a half. Please keep doing videos, we all enjoy you, your amazing BARNDOMINIUMS and your company!! So excited to see more and wear my hat!!! 🤠👷👷‍♀️

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you. :)

[@michaelkennedy7737]

Two classy knowledgeable guys. Enjoy both of your "tubes"!

[@MrKatzfey]

Great interview

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you.

[@lostexas9978]

Very cool collaboration.👍

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you

[@sbreslin41]

Two of my favorite folks meeting up! Ooooon the Build Show! I mean, I’m Eric Cortina, and we are TB!

[@TexasBarndominiums]

😆

[@Suemoa]

This video is so good

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you. Stay tuned for more. :)

[@matthewcrockett106]

Oh Eric, meeting Matt you looked like a star struck teen at a Bieber concert! Hahahaha Sorry man I couldn’t help myself you left yourself wide open. Love your channel and your information. Really liked the April fools day too!

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you. 😁

[@danielhall9644]

Love the content! Just doing to thinking and research. Got a question. What would happen in an air-sealed house if you could mechanically condition the house?

[@lindamontgomery3093]

I subscribe to both of you. A treat on the same video.

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you.

[@protectoservices]

Matt what are you doing here? Nice professional relations are the best. Only the best of the best!!! Nice jefe!!

[@markseamans4682]

The best of both worlds. I've been meaning to bump Matt on the Barndo topic as it seems bardo + Matt's methods would be a much superior and better lasting home. I agree, I would like to see you and Matt do a build together.

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you.

[@baldemarleal4387]

great youtubers together...

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you.

[@Skaterdon77]

Ha ha. Awesome little video with Matt. Some good tips as I am about to begin my Pole Barn home build in Virginia

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you!

[@rayfitz54]

What part of VA? In VA myself.

[@Skaterdon77]

Ray Fitzgerald Fauquier County

[@MD-cd7em]

GOOD DEAL GUYS!

[@treffle17]

😳 Barndominium annnnnd the build show

[@everardotorres4688]

Cool bro

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Thank you “Bro”. 😆

[@rocky6893]

Do you have to use the foam? Can you use that material Matt is showing ZipR with insulation already on it. What would be the price difference? Also wouldn't it be better for future repairs if you had that instead of the foam?

[@jag5798]

I want to build this in Lithuania 🇱🇹, but my husband is worried since the winters here are pretty cold (like close to Russian cold). So, I am studying up on foam insulation and heating floor tubes. Maybe then, I can make my case.

[@debbieslawnbusters]

I am getting ready to build a barndamenium in MISSOURI. WE HAVE CRAZY WEATHER. please advise me,what to make sure I do with my builder,heat,humidity, freezing rain snow. What's the best heater,air conditioner,the stuff you covered in this segment, ,,please cover stuff like this for my state. I follow you both,top notch. Wish I could get you guys here.

[@garrich58]

Erik I've just found you on KZbin but I've been looking to build a metal building home for a few years. Would you recommend using zip siding on the exterior with Tyvek wrap before the metal siding?

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Put metal siding straight to girts.

[@Prorex1911]

How long have you watched Matt? And did he give you the idea on doing the video channel? One thing y’all both have and has made y’all successful is quality! Love it!

[@TexasBarndominiums]

I've been following Matt for about 10-12 months. A viewer mentioned him when we started doing post tension so I looked him up. I liked what he was doing so I started following him. When I looked him up I realized he was following us on IG. I'm glad we finally got to meet in person. The idea of doing a video channel was born around 2015, but it took me about 3 years to finally do it. I started doing a personal youtube channel to learn the ropes, and when I finally felt ready, I jumped in and did it. I was not satisfied with the quality of my videos early on. Truth be told, I'm still not 100% satisfied with the quality of our videos, and I always find something to critique. I guess that's my nature. lol We have been doing small tweaks to our videos lately, most haven't noticed, but we do. We have been working on better color, composition, timing, and content. :)

[@Prorex1911]

I’ve been following Matt for around 2 years, and you for almost a year I think. I took construction class in high school and wish I would’ve stayed in it. I think your video quality is good, I’d say keep the content interesting. You could maybe do a detailed series from site choice to prep to marking out the foundation forms, layout of piping before etc. all the way to final walk through with furniture (customers approval). I am detailed person and love seeing it all done exactly. Maybe get some of your guys in there a little bit too? Anyway, great job! I would love doing what you do in my area of Texas. Do you have any franchise thoughts? 😁

[@catalinababy6068]

I designed a bardo That cooled entire 1200 sqft W 6000 btu window unit Yea that's right..😌 Never got over 76 degrees in house. 4 solar power systems Solar powered well. Then i added the grid Not grid tied. Had plugs in house for solar And plugs for reg 115 vac And dryer outlet

[@carloslopez4718]

Eric!!! Great as always. I have a question. Im in the process of looking for an A/c system. I also have a 2700 sq ft barndo and Have no clue on what to choose. My foam guy recommends open cell? You have closed cell....

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Open cell works well.

[@carloslopez4718]

Thank you. I have 10 ft ceilings in my home and its 2700 sq ft. I heard you say youre running a 3 ton unit? Is spray foam really that efficient?...

[@bigjack79]

Mr performance himself. Thats what she said.

[@thebaconbrotato]

Didn't know that you knew Matt. Now I'm wondering if you meet Demo Matt through Builder Matt, because he's been helping with Demo Matt's mansion.

[@lastniceguy1979]

My 2 favorite Texans talking home design. If only Eric worked near Round Rock , I would have him build me something.

[@TexasBarndominiums]

We do build near Round Rock! 😆

[@lastniceguy1979]

@@TexasBarndominiums Woohoo

[@shrek22]

I wish they would compare rock wool to spray foam insulation

[@juliaA_1985]

I would also love to see the comparison. I’m trying to get away from using spray foam and wonder if Rockwool would work instead. Maybe Rockwool and Zip system. I’m just wondering how that would need to be done on a steel building. So the Zip system would be your vapor barrier right?

[@jasonarmstrong4556]

So you do not vent your attic space?

[@TexasBarndominiums]

No.

[@robertozoletag7188]

This is a lot owner from Canyon Lake Texas, I want to know how much would a typical 2000 square feet home cost with a 2 and a half bathroom and a 3-4 bedroom cost? Let me know thank you.

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Depends on options. Our homes start at $125 per sq. ft. living area and porches start at $42 sq. ft. Shops start at $50 sq. ft. The sky is the limit from there. If you are in Canyon Lake area, and you are not on flat land, it will cost more if you have severe slope on your ground.

[@dpd16790]

a half way decent drywall finisher will make light work of zip 2.0

[@Knowonenew]

My play list is full of both of you’re videos I am dreaming of one day taking you’re techniques and putting them to work and building my own home in sub Saharan africa

[@TexasBarndominiums]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@Knowonenew]

Texas Barndominiums hero!

[@collegestuff9595]

I’m showering, cooking, doing laundary and generating a ton of humidity in my non breathing yeti cooler, yes I have a humidity problem. How do you deal with humidity?

[@joedyess572]

We use an ERV in the south, energy recovery ventilator to exchange the air

[@ronfeinberg]

Here in Montreal, we have the reverse, more months heating than cooling. It's code on new construction to have air exchange systems, specifically because we build our homes so airtight with lots of insulation. Aren't you concerned about stale air?

[@TexasBarndominiums]

We have fresh air intake on HVAC system.

[@deemartinez836]

Do they build all over Texas or a specific area?

[@TexasBarndominiums]

100 miles around San Antonio.

[@rocky6893]

@@TexasBarndominiums OMG! Thank you! I was on you guys web site trying to go look up all the counties y'all had posted and kinda gave up around Goliad County. Lol. But I did notice most were centered around San Antonio and Austin and before Corpus Christi..but this 100 mile radius is a much faster searchable option

[@xthexadvantagex]

It’s okay Eric I have a crush on Matt too

[@TexasBarndominiums]

😆

[@brenzii8365]

You both say your buildings are air tight and what equipment you use to condition the space. Where are the ERVs to exchange air to stop homesickness and promote good indoor air quality?

[@brenzii8365]

Also using a bigger coil can help with dehumidification in units that condition quickly.

[@rubenvarela4077]

1

[@kevinbrickley2767]

if only matt did not have an ego