Hosted by PLIRIS · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 23 episodes
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The Build Better Homes Podcast is where construction expertise meets real-world experience. Co-hosted by Royal Mortier (President of PLIRIS) and John O’Shea (COO of PLIRIS), the show dives into the tools, strategies, and lessons that help builders, designers, and homeowners create smarter, stronger, and more efficient homes.With decades of combined experience in engineering, contracting, and operations, Royal and John bring unique perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing today’s construction industry. Each episode features insights into building science, team structures, design processes, and the practical details that separate successful projects from costly mistakes.Whether you’re a builder just starting out, an industry professional looking to scale, or simply passionate about better homebuilding, this podcast will give you actionable knowledge, candid stories, and proven strategies to help you build better, every time.
PLIRIS hosts BUILD BETTER HOMES, a business show with 23 episodes published.
Show Notes This episode dives into the real problem behind house plans and how the industry typically operates. Topics Covered Why Most House Plans Aren’t Build-Ready Plans are often not code-compliantMissing structural
In this episode, Royal and John take a deep dive into fire-rated assemblies and how they apply across different types of residential construction. From single-family homes to multifamily and townhomes, understanding the
In this technical episode, Royal dives into how structural engineers analyze and resolve loads in residential construction and why different engineers may produce different structural designs for the same home. We highly
In this episode, Royal and Shaun Carpentier explore the world of insurance restoration , breaking down how it differs from traditional construction and why understanding both sides is critical for long-term success in th
In this episode, Royal and John step away from purely technical construction topics to discuss federal housing policies that may influence the future of home affordability in the United States. While the podcast typicall
In this technical episode, Royal dives into how structural engineers analyze and resolve loads in residential construction and why different engineers may produce different structural designs for the same home. We highly
IBS 2026 Recap–Innovation, Engineering, and What’s Next in Residential Construction In this episode, Royal and John recap their experience at the 2026 International Builders Show (IBS) in Orlando and break down the innov
In this episode of Build Better Homes, Royal Mortier and John O’Shea break down 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) updates that are actively impacting projects in 2026 . While the code cycle is labeled 2024, many
In this solo episode of Build Better Homes, Royal Mortier introduces a new recurring segment called Technical Topics , focused on engineering-related changes that directly affect residential construction. This first Tech
In this episode of Build Better Homes, Royal Mortier and John O’Shea dive into manufactured, modular, and panelized construction and clear up the confusion around what these terms actually mean. They break down the key d
In this episode of Build Better Homes, co-hosts Royal Mortier and John O’Shea kick off the year by diving into how home design is shifting in 2026, away from surface-level aesthetics and toward long-term livability, flex
In this solo episode of the Build Better Homes Podcast, Royal Mortier dives into one of the most timely and misunderstood topics in residential development: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), Accessory Commercial Units (AC
In this episode of the Build Better Homes Podcast, Royal Mortier sits down with PJ Riley , a real estate investor who has quietly built a successful business buying and selling vacant land across the U.S. PJ shares his u
In this episode of the Build Better Homes Podcast, Royal is joined once again by building envelope expert Nate McIntyre for one of the most comprehensive building-science deep dives of the season. Nate shares 25+ years o
In this episode of the Build Better Homes Podcast, Royal sits down with Jeff Chisum , one of the nation’s top STR financing experts, to break down the real strategies behind acquiring, scaling, and protecting short-term
Show Notes In this episode of the Build Better Homes Podcast, Royal Mortier and John O’Shea introduce PLIRIS Forensics , a new division focused on investigating building failures, supporting litigation, and helping the i
Show Notes In this episode of the Build Better Homes Podcast, Royal Mortier and John O’Shea introduce PLIRIS Forensics , a new division focused on investigating building failures, supporting litigation, and helping the i
Show Notes In this episode of the Build Better Homes Podcast, Royal Mortier and John O’Shea introduce PLIRIS Forensics , a new division focused on investigating building failures, supporting litigation, and helping the i
In this episode of Build Better Homes, Royal and John sit down with ICF expert Robert Klob , a designer with over 40 years of experience in residential and commercial construction. Robert specializes exclusively in insul
In this episode of the Build Better Homes Podcast, hosts Royal Mortier and John O’Shea sit down with Nate McIntyre , Building Envelope Specialist and founder of CS Forensics , to break down how air, water, and material c
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BUILD BETTER HOMES is hosted by PLIRIS. The show is categorised under business (entrepreneurship) and has published 23 episodes.
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