Feb 10, 2026
Tilson Live! The Building Process and Materials with Justin Ordeneaux, SVP of Construction - February 10th, 2026
Ever wonder what it takes to build a custom home on your own land? In this week's Tilson Live!, we're pulling back the curtain on the entire building process and the quality construction materials we use. Join Dawn and our special guest, Justin Oredneaux, Senior Vice President of Construction at Tilson Homes, as they guide you through every step of home construction.
From the first site evaluation to the final walkthrough, Justin shares his expert insights and answers your most pressing questions about building on your land. Learn what to expect during foundation preparation, framing, plumbing and electrical rough-ins, and all the finishing touches that make a house a home. We believe in transparency and want to make building your new home a joyful experience.
Seminar Notes:
- 00:00 Intro Video
- 01:00 Introductions: Justin Ordeneaux, SVP of Construction
- 03:15 Viewer Questions & Comments
- 05:29 Topic Introduction - Construction Processes
- 06:31 Site Evaluation Meeting & Foundation Preparation
- 10:05 Plumbing Rough, Foundation Make-Up & Slab Pour
- 14:50 Framing & Tilson’s Standards
- 18:10 Cornice, Decking & Dry-In
- 19:13 HVAC Rough & Plumbing Top-Out
- 21:19 Electrical Rough & Roofing
- 24:15 3rd Party Frame & Mechanical Inspection
- 26:38 Sprayfoam Insulation
- 28:30 Viewer Questions & Comments
- 36:12 Drywall, Cabinet Install & Interior Trim
- 39:22 Exterior Finishes & Flooring Installation
- 43:35 Electrical & HVAC Trim
- 47:25 Finished Home, Walk-through & Warranty
- 49:20 Construction Timeline Discussion
- 50:00 Viewer Questions & Comments
- 59:10 Wrap-Ups & Goodbyes
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