Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Take a full tour of this high-performance custom home in Massachusetts—now fully finished and packed with next-level construction details you don’t want to miss. From durable exterior systems and rain screen siding to net-positive energy performance, this home showcases what modern building should look like. We break down everything from pre-finished cedar shingles, composite trim materials, and copper gutters, to advanced interior features like soapstone countertops, a custom pocket dog gate, and a copper shower pan system built for long-term durability. If you're a builder, contractor, or homeowner looking for better building methods, durability, and long-term performance, this video is loaded with real-world insights.
You’ll also get a look inside the mechanical room where this home achieves an incredible HERS score below zero, powered by solar panels, Tesla batteries, and airtight construction techniques—making it a true net energy producing home.
Howell Custom Building Group / Custom builder featured in the project 👉 howellcustombuild.com
Matt's Referenced videos:
“Your Blown Insulation Strategy Sucks - DO THIS INSTEAD” video with Matt Risinger & Steve Baczek: youtu.be/mP80ROSDXIA?si=ZJTd1SyuDN1qpVY0
“100 Year Shower Pan” Video with Matt Risinger Link: youtu.be/iTW2zyeLEqQ?si=_dVje0Uji5w19WJI
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⚝ HUBER: huberwood.com
⚝ PELLA: pella.com
These are trusted companies that Matt has worked with for years, and their support helps make these videos possible. We highly encourage you to visit their websites for more information.
Take a full tour of this high-performance custom home in Massachusetts—now fully finished and packed with next-level construction details you don’t want to miss. From durable exterior systems and rain screen siding to net-positive energy performance, this home showcases what modern building should look like. We break down everything from pre-finished cedar shingles, composite trim materials, and copper gutters, to advanced interior features like soapstone countertops, a custom pocket dog gate, and a copper shower pan system built for long-term durability. If you're a builder, contractor, or homeowner looking for better building methods, durability, and long-term performance, this video is loaded with real-world insights.
You’ll also get a look inside the mechanical room where this home achieves an incredible HERS score below zero, powered by solar panels, Tesla batteries, and airtight construction techniques—making it a true net energy producing home.
Howell Custom Building Group / Custom builder featured in the project 👉 howellcustombuild.com
Matt's Referenced videos:
“Your Blown Insulation Strategy Sucks - DO THIS INSTEAD” video with Matt Risinger & Steve Baczek: youtu.be/mP80ROSDXIA?si=ZJTd1SyuDN1qpVY0
“100 Year Shower Pan” Video with Matt Risinger Link: youtu.be/iTW2zyeLEqQ?si=_dVje0Uji5w19WJI
RSVP For BuildShowLive 2026 in San Antonio - Tickets on Sale May 1st bsl.buildshownetwork.com/EWfSx
➤CHANNELS:
Podcasts: @BuildShowPodcasts
Build Experts: @BuildShowNetwork
Build Show Live: @BuildShowLive
➤BUILD GEAR STORE:
build-gearstore.com
➤SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST:
Apple: apple.co/32AOwgU
Spotify: spoti.fi/3FXNg4X
➤SIGN UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER:
buildshownetwork.com/newsletter
➤ADVERTISE WITH US:
buildproductions.com
➤LEARN MORE ABOUT BUILDING:
thebuildshow.com
➤SOCIALS:
Instagram: instagram.com/risingerbuild
Instagram: instagram.com/thebuildshow
Facebook: facebook.com/buildshownetwork
➤THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
⚝ ARCLIN: arclin.com
⚝ HUBER: huberwood.com
⚝ PELLA: pella.com
These are trusted companies that Matt has worked with for years, and their support helps make these videos possible. We highly encourage you to visit their websites for more information.
