Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Episode 2 of Build Science™ 401 walks through how to design a high-performance foundation by keeping the four control layers—water, air, vapor, and thermal—continuous and aligned, using a real-world ICF foundation as the example. Matt Risinger and Steve Baczek break down how components like insulated concrete forms, Glavel, drainage layers, and compatible waterproofing work together to manage moisture, air leakage, and heat flow below grade. They challenge common myths around vapor barriers, slab drying, and air sealing under slabs, emphasizing risk management and real-world performance over theory. Ultimately, Matt & Steve emphasize while details may vary, building science fundamentals stay the same, and systems that do multiple jobs tend to be more resilient and efficient.
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Huge thanks to our Show sponsors Builders FirstSource, Huber, Pella & 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.
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Episode 2 of Build Science™ 401 walks through how to design a high-performance foundation by keeping the four control layers—water, air, vapor, and thermal—continuous and aligned, using a real-world ICF foundation as the example. Matt Risinger and Steve Baczek break down how components like insulated concrete forms, Glavel, drainage layers, and compatible waterproofing work together to manage moisture, air leakage, and heat flow below grade. They challenge common myths around vapor barriers, slab drying, and air sealing under slabs, emphasizing risk management and real-world performance over theory. Ultimately, Matt & Steve emphasize while details may vary, building science fundamentals stay the same, and systems that do multiple jobs tend to be more resilient and efficient.
Huge thanks to our episode sponsors, Arclin and Prosoco.
Learn more at:
Firepoint.Arclin.com
prosoco.com
Get your BUILD SHOW Gear Here -
build-gearstore.com
Subscribe and follow my Podcast on Apple or Spotify!
Apple: apple.co/32AOwgU
Spotify: spoti.fi/3FXNg4X
Sign up for our twice-weekly newsletter:
buildshownetwork.com/newsletter
To sponsor a video or advertise with us visit:
buildproductions.com
Want to learn more about building? thebuildshow.com
The Build Show on Instagram: instagram.com/thebuildshow
Huge thanks to our Show sponsors Builders FirstSource, Huber, Pella & 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.
bldr.com
Huberwood.com
pella.com
Viewrail.com
