Episode 33: Insulation & Drywall – How to Prepare Your Custom Home for Energy Efficiency & Interior Finishes

In this episode of Building With Breven, we officially enter Phase 2 of the home building process! Inspired by our most popular episode (Ep. 22), this is the fifth installment of our 7-part mini series on how to build a custom home, and we’re diving deep into insulation and drywall—a key transition point between rough construction and finished interiors.

Host Steven Byrnes of Breven Homes breaks down what to expect during the insulation and drywall phase of your custom home construction, and what you need to check before moving forward to paint and trim.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🔥 Insulation Types & Strategy

• The pros and cons of fiberglass, spray foam (open & closed cell), cellulose, rigid foam board, and mineral wool

• Which insulation materials best support energy efficiency in custom homes

• What to expect during energy inspections, including the pre-drywall visual inspection and the final blower door test

  🧱 Drywall Best Practices

• Why the pre-drywall walk is one of the most important steps in the home building process

• How to review your plans and specifications before walls go up

• What to check during drywall installation to ensure quality craftsmanship

• Post-drywall walkthrough tips: spotting inconsistencies and issues before paint

  
  

  Whether you're building your first home or managing your own custom home project, this episode gives you the insight you need to protect your investment and move through home construction with confidence.

  At Breven Homes, we believe homeowners should understand every major milestone in the process to successfully build a home that lasts. Knowing what to look for during insulation and drywall ensures you're building smart and avoiding problems down the road.

  🎧 Tune in now to get one step closer to completing your dream home!

  
  

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