Around the House® Home Improvement: The New Generation of DIY, Design and Construction artwork

Around the House® Home Improvement: The New Generation of DIY, Design and Construction

1,206 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratings

The ULTIMATE Home Improvement Podcast and Syndicated Radio Show. Eric Goranson “Eric G” and his contributors help homeowners and contractors tackle projects around the house. This is not your typical handyman show. This talk show will bring you everything from the latest home DIY project and building advice to current events and celebrity guests. You will hear from leading experts, your favorite home improvement stars and creators of exciting new technologies for your home. If you want to learn about home improvement and be entertained this show is for you.
About our host:
Eric Goranson, CKD is a Certified Kitchen Designer with the National Kitchen and Bath Association for over 20 years and has been designing since 1993.
Nationally recognized as “Eric G®”, he is a syndicated 10-year home improvement radio talk show host. Eric talks with homeowners and contractors about remodeling and new construction techniques every week. He is also a national podcaster and is now heard internationally and with about half of the listening audience being from the building trade. His shows draw great support from the contracting community.
Eric has managed everything from home builders, design firms, to custom cabinet shops and has been involved in thousands of projects being constructed or remodeled. Eric also consults with national brands on product design and industry trends, with companies such as Baldwin Hardware, Kraft Maid Cabinetry, and many more.
From opening keynote addresses to hands on training seminars, Eric uses his communications skills to inspire and educate the people that are attending his events. Eric is a design and home technology speaker at national construction and remodeling events such as the Northeastern Retail Lumber Associations Lumber and Building Materials Expo, National Kitchen and Bath, Association’s Voices from The Industry, and for the National Association of Home Builders. Eric was a Kitchen and Bath Design News: Top 50 Innovator for 2019 and served on the Baldwin Hardware Design Council: 2017-2019. He enjoys home renovation projects and used to play the bass in Seattle rock bands.

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Coming up Saturday on Around the House Show!

January 12, 2023 20:00 - 3 minutes - 6.82 MB

Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If you want to buy Eric G a beer or coffee you can support the show here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ATHERICG We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about the show head to https://aroundthehouseonlin...

They want to ban Gas Ranges across the US! Rant ALERT! Lets get to the facts

January 10, 2023 19:00 - 13 minutes - 24.8 MB

This tile it looks like its real. They are pushing real hard to ban gas ranges here in the US from the Federal Level. Take a listen to Eric G's take on this subject. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If you want to buy Eric G a beer or coffee you can support the show here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ATHERICG We love comments and w...

The Road to 10g Internet. We talk ultra fast internet speeds with Comcast

January 07, 2023 20:00 - 40 minutes - 73.8 MB

We sit down and talk about where home tech is going with super fast internet speeds and the road to 10g with Roy Novosel, VP of Engineering at Comcast. This is going to change how you watch movies, gaming, home tech, and if you do a lot of work from home. This will give you speeds that you have only dreamed of. All while using your cable that is going into your house now. Roy Novosel is a technical operations, construction and network engineering executive with 20 years of experience at Co...

Stand By... We have power! with Electric Generators Direct

January 07, 2023 18:00 - 50 minutes - 91.6 MB

We need it more and more... with the pressures to remove gas and oil from our heating and cooking back up power generation is becoming more and more important. With power companies now shutting down areas with weather emergencies we see many people starting to try to figure this out for themselves. Instead of talking with one manufacturer we sit down with Product Expert Jared Grifo from Electric Generators Direct and Power Equipment Direct and discuss what you should be looking at with bac...

Coming up on Around the House Saturday!

January 05, 2023 19:00 - 3 minutes - 6.55 MB

Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If you want to buy Eric G a beer or coffee you can support the show here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ATHERICG We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about the show head to https://aroundthehouseonlin...

Controling rainwater in California & Big Box Store closing its doors

January 03, 2023 19:00 - 13 minutes - 24.5 MB

Happy New Year! There is huge big news on a legendary big box retailer that is closing. What will happen to its brands? Then we talk about California homeowners and controlling this large amount of rainwater that is finally back in the area. All this and more in the mid-week specail. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If you want to b...

My Favorite Episodes of 2022 Part 4

December 31, 2022 20:00 - 40 minutes - 74.5 MB

We saved some of the best for last! We start out with Kayleen McCable as we talk about the trades. Then we talk to our friend David Applebaum on how to hire a contractor. We then dive into America's Garden Expert Joe Lamp'l known as Joe Gardener. We then finish out with our friend Dr Decks and talk about everything about building a deck. If you want to hear these full episodes take a listen to the full collection of these right here: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/b69dcc86-8213-40e...

My Favorite Episodes of 2022 Part 3

December 31, 2022 17:00 - 40 minutes - 74.4 MB

We saved some of the best for last! We start out this hour with Schannon Yodice also known as That Tile Chick. Then we dive into swimming pools with Swimming Pool Steve. Then we get a little hungry with Jeff Tracy and Lee Ann Whippen from BBQ Nation. We close out this episode with Emmy Award Winning Home Tech Expert Katie Linendoll. If you want to hear these full episodes take a listen to the full collection of these right here: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/b69dcc86-8213-40e5-bb1...

Our last Mid-Week Special for 2022

December 27, 2022 18:00 - 13 minutes - 25 MB

How is this the last mid-week special of 2022? Where has the time gone? We talk about some new and serious recalls and catch up on whats ahead for 2023. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If you want to buy Eric G a beer or coffee you can support the show here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ATHERICG We love comments and we would love ...

My Favorite Episodes of 2022 Part 2

December 24, 2022 18:00 - 41 minutes - 75.4 MB

In the second hour we start out with Unlimited Hydroplane Racing and putting a crashed boat back together with Darrell Strong from Strong Racing and Brent Hall who is one of the best up and coming drivers. Then Caroline Blazovksy and Eric G dive into Emergency Prep to see if you are ready for that storm or emergency. Then we talk with Ross Trethewey from This Old House and Ask This Old House. We wrap up the last segment with Sarah Listi from Tool Girls Garage and the hit tv show Murder Hou...

My Favorite Episodes of 2022 Part 1

December 24, 2022 17:00 - 40 minutes - 74.5 MB

2022 had a jamb packed year of content and we know not everyone has heard every single episode. So we curated a special for the end of the year with our favorite segments for you. We start out with Caroline discussing Smart Home Tech set up. We then dive into a great discussion on electrical with Dustin Selzer from Electrcian U! We finish up this first hour with Dom Rybek from Evolved Stone. To listen to this collections full episodes they are in order here in this special collection: ht...

Earthquake in California? Are you in an Earthquake area?

December 20, 2022 18:00 - 13 minutes - 24.9 MB

Do you live in an Earthquake area? Has it happened there before? Are you ready? Is your home ready? Lets have a quick chat about what you can do to help make your situation a little bit better with a few key tips. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If you want to buy Eric G a beer or coffee you can support the show here: https://www.b...

What should you not buy at a Home Center? What should you purchase?

December 17, 2022 20:00 - 41 minutes - 75.2 MB

Home centers can be tough. They have a ton of stuff on the shelf and you really dont know if you are getting a deal or even buying something that is correct or even meets building code. Yes it is true...there are plenty of items in the big box stores that if you were pulling a permit they would NEVER accept. What are some of those items? We talk about that and what are the best buys that you will find hard to find at a lesser price anywhere else. Thanks for listening to Around the house if...

Remodeling with expert Nick Schiffer from NS Builders

December 17, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 118 MB

We sit down with Nick Schiffer of NS Builders. Uncompromising on quality & craftsmanship to always provide a better product, Nick founded NS Builders and has turned it into one of Boston’s most sought-after builders. Nick’s philosophy is to share his building and business practices across social media to share knowledge with the building industry and provide transparency for potential and current clients. We sit down and discuss remodeling, building, and even powertools by FESTOOL. For mor...

What is the Color of the year for 2023?

December 13, 2022 18:00 - 14 minutes - 26.6 MB

It seems that everyone that deals with color has a color of the year for 2023. We break down those colors and see what the trends are between paint and color companies. What is the new color you should be painting your house in the new year to look like you are on trend? Tune in to this weeks mid-week special and find out! Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with...

Matt Whitbeck from Whitbeck Construction and last seasons This Old House

December 10, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 113 MB

Matthew Whitbeck is the president and co-founder of Whitbeck Construction, LLC. Whitbeck Construction is a customized home building and remodeling company that has been operating in Upstate New York for nearly two decades. The company has been awarded and recognized for their construction of high-quality, traditional style homes that boast exterior sustainability and embody energy conservation. He has traveled the U.S as a building science educator, been involved in dozens of training vid...

Steelport Knife Company: Handmade here in the USA

December 10, 2022 17:00 - 39 minutes - 71.9 MB

STEELPORT Knife Co. is reintroducing heirloom American forged carbon steel cutlery. Proudly crafted in the USA we sit down wiht Eytan Zias, Co-Founder and Bladesmith. Eytan Zias’ career began as a busboy, and he rose through the kitchen ranks in New York City, before moving to Scottsdale, Arizona. His love of the art and craft of cooking guided him to start sharpening knives for himself and friends, and then to open up a sharpening and retail shop in 2007. He channeled his passion for kniv...

Our top 8 holiday gifts for that project person

December 06, 2022 18:00 - 11 minutes - 20.9 MB

Thanks for tuning into our holiday gift episode. Here are the links for the items we talk about in the show. Milwaukee Tools M18 Multitool https://www.acmetools.com/m18-multi-tool-cp-kit-2626-21cp/045242559817.html Crescent Vortex Kit https://www.acmetools.com/crescent-vortex-bit-shockforce-nite-eye-tape-trade-pack-42pc-cttbhap/697099357421.html Craftsman Tool Set https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN/5004894175 Craftsman Drill Driver Combo https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-V20-2-Tool-20-...

Can we save the American Cabinet Industry? We talk with the KCMA about it

December 03, 2022 20:00 - 53 minutes - 97.9 MB

We sit down with Betsy Natz, CEO of the Kitchen CabinetManufacturers Association. We dive into how they test and rate cabinets so that they will hold up and meet their industry standards for durability. We dive into the KCMA helping protect the American Cabinet Manufacturers from dumping of low priced imports. We talk about the trade wars in residential kitchen and bathroom cabinetry that have been going on behind the scenes and how they are trying to protect the American Worker. This is som...

Ross Trethewey from This Old House

December 03, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 119 MB

This episode will be in our top 10 must listen to episodes of 2022. We sit down with Ross Trethewey, PE, M.Eng and dive into home technology and energy use inside your home. Ross is also the Principal at TE2 Engeneering where they are a full service consulting engineering and design firm. They provide multiple engineering services including building and energy analysis MEP/FP design, solar and geothermal design for the residential and commercial markets. We also talk about what it was like g...

5 quick tips to spruce up that kitchen or bathroom on a budget

November 29, 2022 19:00 - 7 minutes - 13.9 MB

Well... Eric G caught that cold/flu bug so this is a little bit shorter of a mid week special but there are some great tips to fix up that kitchen or bathroom on a budget. Check it out here! Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If you want to buy Eric G a beer or coffee you can support the show here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ATHERICG ...

Heat Pumps with Fujitsu

November 26, 2022 20:10 - 48 minutes - 88.2 MB

We sit down and talk heat pumps with Dennis Stinson Vice President of Sales for Futjitsu General America. The rules are changing in January for heat pumps and with the new rebates there will be some serious money getting put back in your pocket when you purchase and upgrade to the right system. If you are thinking of upgrading your system in 2023 there is a lot of information here for you. For more information check them out at https://www.fujitsugeneral.com/ Thanks for listening to Aroun...

Holiday Decorating tips

November 26, 2022 20:00 - 40 minutes - 74.5 MB

It is that time of year and this weekend is one of the biggest holiday decorating weekends of the year. We talk about some of the new tools that you can use to hang those Christmas lights and some of the tips to make it a little bit safer. There are even some smart tech tools you can use to control those lights so you can set them and forget them. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at htt...

Black Friday Savings! Where to go for those DIY Deals!

November 22, 2022 18:00 - 20 minutes - 37.8 MB

Now that we are on Black Friday savings week there is a lot of sales out there. This is the time of year that tools and appliances are on sale or a special buy and can save you some serious money. We dive into some of the larger stores and what I am seeing for great deals and savings. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If you want to ...

What you don't know about Fire in your home from the UL Fire Safety Research Institute

November 19, 2022 20:10 - 55 minutes - 102 MB

We sit down with Steve Kerber,  Vice President and Executive Director of UL's Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI). He leads a fire safety research team dedicated to addressing the worlds unresolved fire safety risks and emerging dangers to reduce death, injury and loss from fire. Steve has led research in the areas of fire safety engineering, firefighter safety, fire forensics, and fire science. We talk about the risks of the new products used in residential construction and what new mater...

What a project costs in 2022 and 2023 Lets look at the numbers

November 19, 2022 20:00 - 41 minutes - 75.4 MB

Every year we dive into what a remodeling project will cost you. With prices increasing this data can help you plan for a future project or even see if an existing bid is even in the right ballpark. Lets dive into the Cost vs Value report so you know what it could cost and what it could give you back in your home value. Numbers in this report as compiled in the 2022 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com) ©2022 Zonda Media, a Delaware corporation. Complete data from the 2022 Cost vs. ...

The Best Plumbing Fittings tested... You might be surprised!

November 15, 2022 17:00 - 17 minutes - 32.4 MB

We discuss the new testing that our friend Roger Wakefield , the Expert Plumber did on many of the new plumbing fittings you see out there. You might be surprised at the results. Plus we talk about electrical and some current recalls. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If you want to buy Eric G a beer or coffee you can support the sho...

We talk with Master Electrician Dustin Stelzer and Electrician U

November 12, 2022 20:10 - 1 hour - 120 MB

The number one resource for Electricians in our opinion is Electrician U. We sit down with Dustin Stelzer and talk everything electrical. The idea of Electrician U was born from a lack of availability of quality educational material, for electricians, on the web. There are tons of people teaching code classes, but nobody teaching electrical work, from the field. We sit and watch many traditional trade schools takes peoples money and not give any true value to the students, so something was...

DIY Basics Plumbing + Painting + Flooring

November 12, 2022 20:00 - 41 minutes - 75.4 MB

We went back to the basics in this first hour to talk about those projects that are great DIY projects to start out with for just about everyone. Even if you have done these projects before there will be some tricks and tips you might not have heard that could save you a bunch of time or money. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If yo...

DIY and Electricity Coming up Saturday on Around the House!

November 10, 2022 17:00 - 3 minutes - 6.74 MB

We have a big show coming up on Saturday! Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If you want to buy Eric G a beer or coffee you can support the show here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ATHERICG We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about ...

Lets clean up the air in your home!

November 08, 2022 19:00 - 17 minutes - 32.1 MB

There are some things you can do to really help your indoor air quality. Some of them are free and simple. Tune in to this weeks mid-week special and find out my tips to keeping it clean and healthy. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If you want to buy Eric G a beer or coffee you can support the show here: https://www.buymeacoffee.co...

How to manage a construction dispute with Michael Showalter from Construction Dispute Resolution

November 05, 2022 20:10 - 47 minutes - 87.2 MB

It doesnt matter if you are a homeowner or a contractor we dive into how to handle disputes in construction in this episode. Michael Showalter is the owner and President of Construction Dispute Resolution, Inc.(CDR). In 1993 after twenty-three years of experience working in the construction industry as a laborer, carpenter, then general contractor and occasional expert witness, he established CDR as a vehicle for alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Mike was one of the early non-lawyers in ...

Emily Mottram, Architect & Author and her book Pretty Good House

November 05, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 126 MB

Emily Mottram is back in the Around the House studio to talk about her new book and so much more. Pretty Good House provides a framework and set of guidelines for building or renovating a high-performance home that focus on its inhabitants and the environment--but keeps in mind that few people have pockets deep enough to achieve a "perfect" solution. The essential idea is for homeowners to work within their financial and practical constraints both to meet their own needs and do as much for t...

Is your family safe? We have some quick tips for keeping them around

November 01, 2022 07:00 - 15 minutes - 29.1 MB

Now that we are creeping into winter we drop some safety tips that we should all be following Around the House! These could stop a fire or even CO poisoning. Lets take 10 min and look around your residence and make sure everything is good until spring. This really could be a life saver! The smoke and CO alarm Eric discusses is located right here: https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/nestprotect NOTE: We do not make anything for providing you this link. Thanks for listening to Ar...

Exterior Tile: How to do it once and do it right

October 29, 2022 20:10 - 1 hour - 112 MB

Are you thinking about exterior tile? Maybe that front porch, the back patio or even the side of your house? We dive into what should be considered when doing exterior tile and the process you should follow from picking out that tile to installation. William White has a long history of tile. After installing for many years he worked in the industry with manufacturers and then became the lead instructor for Northwest College of Construction for nearly a decade. He then went on for nearly th...

How to hire a contractor! How to find that right person for your project

October 29, 2022 20:00 - 40 minutes - 75 MB

Hiring a contractor can be a scary time. How does a homeowner go about it? What should a contractor be doing? What should you expect to see with a proposal or even a contract? We talk about all of it in detail so you have a better chance of finding that contractor that can work for you. If you are a contractor we also give some great tips on what your proposals should include and look like. All this and MORE in this episode of Around the House. Thanks for listening to Around the house if y...

A haunted cabinet shop + how to get unstuck when you are overwhelmed on a project

October 25, 2022 19:00 - 18 minutes - 34.1 MB

Eric talks about his time working in a haunted cabinet shop just in time for Halloween. Then he jumps into how to get unstuck from that project that seems overwhelming. What can you do to jumpstart that project? All this and more in the mid week special. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen If you want to buy Eric G a beer or coffee you...

Woodworking with Scott Couch from Get off the Couch Design

October 22, 2022 20:10 - 54 minutes - 98.9 MB

You might have seen Scott on social media building custom furniture or custom signs all while documenting the process for everyone to see. We dive in and chat about his favorite tools, the tricks he uses in his small shop to make everything work, to having a secondary location to finish products. He fights many of the small shop issues that many of us fight every weekend. This is a lot to learn for many in this episode. You can find him on just about every social media channel or his websi...

Our Fall Checklist Special. Those projects you should tackle before winter hits

October 22, 2022 20:00 - 40 minutes - 74.8 MB

Fall is in full swing and there are things you should be checking on around your home before Winter hits. It doesnt matter if you live in the South or way up North many of these things are good ideas no matter what your climate. If you want a copy of the checklist head to our website and use the contact us page and we will email you one. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around...

Jaeden Luke from NBC's THE VOICE: ATH Exclusive Interview

October 18, 2022 05:00 - 38 minutes - 71.1 MB

We dive off into music in this episode. You have heard Jaeden Luke in the music of Around the House Show for more than a few years. This season he is now on NBC's THE VOICE and we sit down for his first long form interview and take a look at the behind the scene stories and how at 22 years old, he is taking over the music scene with his performances on national tv. For more information on Jaeden Luke: https://jaedenluke.com/ You can find his music and contact him there. Short clips fr...

Affordable Modular Homes with HiFab and Brent Jackson

October 15, 2022 17:00 - 34 minutes - 62.8 MB

Now wait...before you start thinking about single wides and double wides this is NOT what we are talking about today. We dive into beautiful well crafted affordable luxury living in homes that are built in sections and delivered to the jobsite. The homes are built inside a climate controlled space so they are not covered in weather related debris and the time can be spent to do it right the first time. If you want to see a new way to build homes. This is your episode. For more information...

ATH Investigates: Are some cabinet companies selling you maple but shipping birch?

October 15, 2022 17:00 - 40 minutes - 74.9 MB

We sit down with Spencer Sheehan from Sheehan & Associates about what could be a huge consumer issue with what appears to be birch cabinetry being sold as a more expensive maple cabinetry. We jump into this subject and find out who could be affected. IF you think you might have some of this cabinetry Spencer Sheehan would like to talk with you. Note: Spencer Sheehan at the time of recording of this episode is not working with the KCMA or any other organization. About Spencer: Spencer Sheeh...

Music + Directional Boring at the house today + Live Around the House events

October 11, 2022 19:00 - 18 minutes - 34.5 MB

We dive right into the mid-week special talking about Jaeden Luke and his performance on THE VOICE last night. You have hear his music for years here on Around the House. They we talk about replacing a main water line and upcoming LIVE Around the House events in 2023 that are now on the books. We talk about the future of the Pro Insider Podcast and dive into carbon monixide detectors. All in this episode of Around the House. We also talked about Feedspot and our 3rd place in the 10 Best ...

A deck Master Class with Dr Decks

October 08, 2022 20:10 - 1 hour - 120 MB

The technology of decks has changed so much of the last 10 years. Dr Decks is an icon of the deck building industry and is known worldwide for his design, skill, and innovative ideas. He sits down with us and gives us a master class on deck building using the best tips and tricks he uses to build decks that last for decades. Since 1991, Dr. Decks has satisfied hundreds of customers with high quality custom decks. He gives us the best materials, the best hardware, railing and best practices...

We sit down and talk with Hew from Hewman Made

October 08, 2022 20:00 - 59 minutes - 109 MB

If you are wondering who Hew is....You are missing the hot up and coming Instagram and Youtube star that is a Calgary, AB based maker of things. It could be wood, it could be leather, metal, armour and plenty of other mediums. Take a listen as there is so much to learn and digest from a guy that is JUST getting started out there. Check out Hewman Made! To learn more head to: https://hewmanmade.ca/ and you can find is Instagram and Youtube from there. If you want to support Around the H...

Bait and Switch on Kitchen Cabinetry? Plus the secrets of lumber grading and how its changed

October 04, 2022 19:00 - 17 minutes - 31.6 MB

We take a look at a company that has been alleged to have sold maple cabinetry in the US that was actually birch. Then we dive into the new lumber grading and how that can mean you are going to get better lumber at the lumberyard! All this and MORE in the mid-week special! For more information on the lumber grading: https://www.roseburg.com/news-product/what-does-no-prior-selects-mean-for-your-lumber/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=social%20post&utm_campaign=Lumber%202022 Thanks for listeni...

The Sledgehammer Contractor Update with Amber Trucke

October 01, 2022 20:10 - 43 minutes - 79.5 MB

We have an update on this legendary story. Many of us saw the headlines.. The Daily Mail showed it as "Moment Colorado contractor takes sledgehammer to newly remodeled bathroom, claiming he wasn't paid" or Yahoo reported the headline as "Footage shows an "angry" contractor with a sledgehammer wrecking a customer's bathroom over a $4,225 payment dispute". The headline really never tells the inside story and if you saw the follow up pictures of the ultra low quality construction you knew there...

Stacked Stone you can install with a finish nailer. We talk with Dom from Elove Stone

October 01, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 112 MB

Using technology and innovation, Evolve Stone delivers a high-performing stone veneer that is simply installed with the tools you would use for wood. A chop saw and a finish nailer. We talk with Dom Rybak about the product, the right way to install it and some popular uses of the product inside and outside your home. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.cap...

No gas heat in California + New Classic F250 Ford Trucks + Hurricane Prep

September 27, 2022 16:00 - 19 minutes - 36.1 MB

We talk about new natural gas regulations coming to homeowners in California. This could also grow outside of that state. We talk about the hurricane headed to Florida and the New "OLD" F-250 Trucks they are making in Florida that look like the old early 1970's trucks. All this and more in this weeks mid-week special show! Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with...

The Ultimate Home Security with Dave Selinger and Deep Sentinel

September 24, 2022 20:10 - 56 minutes - 104 MB

This episode is not just about home security. Dave Selinger has a fascinating story. He is a technologist at heart and has been involved in some extremely successful start-ups. Places like Amazon, Redfin, and RichRelevance and now Deep Sentinel. He also gives back as he has gotten to serve on the board/advisory board of a number of non-profits including MyTwoFrontTeeth (now a part of Family Giving Tree), The Darfur Stoves Project (now Potential Energy)and most recently Silicon Climate. In t...

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