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2024 Post Show Report

Build Show LIVE, held in Austin, Texas, marked the debut of a transformative event for the residential construction industry. The event brought together builders, contractors, remodelers, and manufacturers from almost every state and 11 countries, all dedicated to elevating construction standards and shaping the future of the industry.

2,503 Industry Professionals

The event brought together a community of builders, contractors, remodelers, and manufacturers dedicated to building better.

148 Exhibiting Companies

The expo hall featured a diverse showcase of products and demonstrations that will elevate construction projects to new heights.

52 Educational Sessions

Expert-led sessions covered everything from mastering building science to practical strategies for business growth.

Key Event Highlights

VIP Experience

An exclusive day provided participants with job site tours and expert interactions, providing insights into high-performance building and valuable networking opportunities.

Onsite Tours

The building process came to life with the off-site tours at Matt Risinger's house and a custom Risinger Home build. They gave a firsthand view of high-performance techniques and products.

Keynote Speaker

Matt Risinger kicked off Build Show LIVE with a keynote session where he talked about his journey applying building science to solve harmful mold issues early in his career.


Attendee Demographics

Primary Business Types

38%

Builders / Custom Builders

21%

General / Specialty Contractors

8%

Remodelers

6%

Architect/Specifier

5%

Engineer / Consultant / Inspector

More than a Regional Event

47

US States Represented

11

Countries Represented

Buying Power

89%

of Attnedees Approve or Recommend Purchasing Decisions


Show Floor Education

The exhibit hall featured four educational and demo areas, all focused on construction professionals expanding their building science and business operational knowledge. 

  • BUILD BETTER Demo Stage - Live demos designed to help elevate technical skills
  • KNOW BETTER Business Stage - Expert-led sessions focused on business operations, management and growth
  • BUILD SHOW LIVE Main Stage - Sessions shared insights on how to approach construction challenges 
  • Andersen Windows & Doors Demos - Live product demos provided direct access to expert insights


“I would definitely recommend this show. People are here from all over the country. 100% worth the investment to be here.”
- Greg Gesicki, FAKRO

“If you're going to have a good show, you need the educational side because that's what's going to bring the architects the custom builders, because they need to learn those new products.”
- Mike Arnold, Alamo Stoner

“Drivers here to transform the industry. It's going to revolutionize it. So you've definitely got to be a part of this to come and learn how to know better, build better.”
- Justin Pratt, Builders FirstSource

“What I like the most about Build Show LIVE is they have multiple clinics and sessions through this show, and I think people can experience not only the demo but can also experience the classes and you know talk to the brands that we constantly use in the job site.”
- David Parraguirre, Pro Builder Solutions


Join Us in 2025

Build Show LIVE is your ultimate destination to explore the latest trends, connect with industry experts, and discover innovative solutions that transform the way we build. Join us in Dallas, TX, October 17-18 and be part of a dynamic community that pushes boundaries and drives progress in construction and design.