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R‑Class Builder Program
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS IN A CLASS OF THEIR OWN
When you join the ROCKWOOL R‑Class Builder Program, we’ll help you expand your building science knowledge, broaden your network, grow your business and earn money back from product rebates and incentives. Receive premium access to ROCKWOOL builder support on products and technical questions and even schedule jobsite visits. Get additional perks including access to live R‑Class building science webinars and exclusive welcome kit.
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Meet the R‑Class
Connect with our high-performance building community
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Will King
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Jodi and Chris
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Jason Mollak
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Jeff Harvey
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Matt Risinger
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Randy Williams
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Travis Brungardt
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Nick Schiffer
Will King
Former firefighter and homebuilder Will King understands the science behind building structure. Now owner of High Cotton Homes, a high-performance, luxury custom build company in northwest Alabama, Will creates living spaces that are fire resilient, safe and comfortable. As a Build Show Network contributor, he also shares insights on quality craftsmanship, timeless design and efficiency with viewers. Will brings his passion for building science and fresh ideas to the R‑Class community.
Jodi and Chris Laumer-Giddens
Wife and husband team, Jodi and Chris Laumer-Giddens, run LG Squared, a residential architecture, design and consulting firm specializing in high-performance and off-grid building. From historic renovations to contemporary new builds, LG Squared has developed a reputation for high-performance homebuilding, off-grid designs, and super-insulated homes in hot/humid climates and wildland urban interface (WUI) zones. As a frequent co-host of our exclusive R‑Class Roundtable, Chris brings his extensive building science knowledge and experience working with ROCKWOOL to our monthly webinars.
Jason Mollak
Jason Mollak, owner of JPM construction based in Omaha, Nebraska, is currently acting as general contractor on his fourth custom home build. Jason started as a carpenter at 18 and moved into remodeling and additions, honing his skills as a finish carpenter. His attention to detail in educating the homebuilding community is evident on his social media platforms. Keep up with Jason’s current build on the Fine Homebuilding House 2021 Nebraska.
Jeff Harvey
Toronto carpenter and custom homebuilder Jeff Harvey leads one of the city’s best custom framing crews. His company, Harvey Homes & Interiors, focuses on a transparent building process, quality craftsmanship and developing highly skilled tradespeople. Named “One to Watch” by BUILD magazine, Harvey Homes & Interiors has been featured on HGTV’s Property Brothers and Forever Home.
Matt Risinger
General contractor Matt Risinger is one of the highest-profile custom builders in the US — and he’s earned it. An expert in building science and high-performance homebuilding, Matt and his team have been a driving force in elevating the standards of the building industry by educating builders through The Build Show Network, live events and multiple digital platforms including YouTube and Instagram.
Randy Williams
An energy auditor who comes from a family of builders, Randy Williams has shared his expertise as a contributing writer for Fine Homebuilding magazine and as a consultant for power companies and the building community through the Midwest Building Symposium. Randy primarily works with homeowners and fellow builders on existing homes, conducting energy audits and blower door tests. Randy shares his insight each month as a part of the ROCKWOOL R‑Class Webinar series.
Travis Brungardt & Joe Cook
Based out of Prarie Village, Kansas, Travis Brungardt and Joe Cook are well-known in the high-performance building community. They take every detail of the build into consideration, carefully managing resources to minimize the impact on the environment. Their passion for sharing what they’ve learned with other builders led them to co-found the Kansas City BS + Beer group and the Midwest Building Symposium. You can also catch these two each month on the ROCKWOOL R‑Class Webinar series.
Nick Schiffer
Boston builder Nick Schiffer combines his attention to detail with a passion for building. He turned his carpentry company into a premier homebuilding, renovation, custom cabinet millwork and media enterprise. As co-founder of “The Modern Craftsman Podcast,” host of the “NS Builders Podcast” and with a successful YouTube series, “Crafted by NS Builders,” he offers resources for builders and homeowners. And with a philosophy built on total transparency, has earned the trust of clients.
Video Library
Better Building On Demand
If you want to learn more about ROCKWOOL products or applications, our video library houses content to guide your next project. Gain insights from ROCKWOOL experts and get a firsthand look at building with performance in mind. Members enjoy access to exclusive video content.
Applications
Innovation in the
building envelope
Our thermal and acoustic stone wool insulation materials release the natural power of stone to provide fire resistance, water repellency and durability that sets the standard for high-performance building insulation everywhere.
Products
Learn why ROCKWOOL Comfortboard® 80 rigid board insulation, ROCKWOOL Comfortbatt® thermal batt insulation and ROCKWOOL Safe'n'Sound® acoustic insulation are essential parts of any high-performance home.
PREMIUM SUPPORT
At ROCKWOOL, we’re all about building your success. From product and installation basics to technical questions about code compliance and building science, our team of professionals offers premium support to the R‑Class.
Sales
You’ll find our ROCKWOOL sales team on the road at jobsites just like yours, training and connecting directly with R‑Class builders. Reach out to the ROCKWOOL sales pro in your region to set up an in-person or virtual meeting to learn more about your build and where to find our products.