How to Home Podcast
25 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratingsHosts Aaron Massey and Tracy Pendergast interview experts in this weekly talk show, discussing all aspects of home improvement. From small DIY jobs to large scale projects, the How to Home Podcast covers everything you need to know about creating a home you love.
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Furniture Design | HTH 025
July 09, 2019 11:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBThis week Aaron and Tracy chat with Patrick Cain of Patrick Cain Designs about his interesting path to becoming a furniture designer, and the business side of being a maker. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 NOTABLE MOMENTS : Patrick attributes his success to having a curiosity and learning. He started mid-century modern and moved into minimalist design. He’s currently working on a brutalist vibe with a l...
Get Better Sleep | HTH 024
July 04, 2019 06:34 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBThis week Aaron and Tracy chat with Philip Shen about tips for creating a great sleep environment in your home. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 WHY SLEEP IS IMPORTANT: We spend ⅓ of our lives sleeping, so it’s critical for health. The body restores and repairs itself during sleep. Good sleep also supports your memory. HOW TO CREATE A BETTER ENVIRONMENT: Make sure your room is cool and quiet. Get...
Build your DIY Confidence | HTH 023
June 25, 2019 11:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBThis week Aaron and Tracy chat with Brad Rodriguez of Fix This, Build That about ways to establish your DIY confidence and potentially transition it into a business. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 NOTABLE MOMENTS : - Brad was in corporate America for 17 years before he went this route. - He sets defined goals and thinks ahead for what he wants to accomplish daily in the shop to make his time more ef...
Cabin Retreat with Mind Tree Arts | HTH 022
June 18, 2019 11:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBThis week Aaron and Tracy chat with artist Peter Staley about blending creativity and construction. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 QUICK FACTS ABOUT PETER’S WORK: - Peter refers to his structures as shrines to nature. - His first woodworking was building stretchers for paintings and then he moved on to set design. - Once he built his own store (his wife’s kids shop), a lot of people had him start buil...
Family Budgeting with Kumiko Love, “The Budget Mom”| HTH 021
June 11, 2019 11:00 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBThis week Aaron and Tracy chat with Kumiko Love about tips for jump starting your family budget and how to stick with it. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 KUMIKO’S METHOD: - Kumiko does the budget by paycheck method, and also implements a calendar. - She doesn’t use a predetermined dollar amount or percentage. JUMP START YOUR BUDGET: - Learn the emotions and triggers behind your spending. - When...
Unconventional Living with Zac Ruiz | HTH 020
June 04, 2019 11:00 - 53 minutes - 49.5 MBThis week Aaron and Tracy chat with Zac Ruiz of Den For Our Cubs. They discuss how he and his wife made the decision to leave their life in Southern California to live in a tent in New Mexico- and Zac’s philosophy on living a life you love. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 QUICK FACTS ABOUT ZAC’S HOME: - They currently live in New Mexico. - They transitioned from apartment, to camper and then to the tent. -...
Stuff They Don’t Tell You About Becoming A Home-Owner | HTH019
May 28, 2019 11:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBThis week Aaron and Tracy chat with comedians Nikki Limo and Steve Green about their home buying journey , and all the stuff no one tells you about becoming a homeowner. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 FIND STEVE AND NIKKI: Podcast | https://apple.co/2W2BpjU The Gram | @nikkilimo, @stevegreencomedy & @shttheydonttellyou YouTube | nikkilimo Websites | www.nikki.limo & www.patreon.com/stikki FOLL...
Home Organizing 101 | HTH 018
May 21, 2019 11:00 - 47 minutes - 44.7 MBThis week Aaron and Tracy chat with Neat Method, Santa Barbara owner, Kat Petty about sustainable solutions and hacks for creating an organized home. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 KAT’S TIPS: - Take everything out of your space, categorize it and then find homes for it. - There are great containers at every price point. - Group things in like categories. Have some very specific categories, but also s...
Essential Oil Hacks for the Home | HTH 017
May 14, 2019 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBLindsay Esparza from The Natural Cupboard joins us this week to to explore some fun oil uses for your household! LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 QUICK ESSENTIAL OILS INFO/TIPS: - Essential oils come from plants, roots, trees, bark etc. and they’re either steamed or distilled for their benefits. - They’re a great switch for natural cleaning products and home fragrance. - Essential oils are very concentr...
Composting 101 | HTH 016
May 07, 2019 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBThis week, Aaron and Tracy chat with Tess and Baba of Epic Renewal. We cover composting basics and touch on some common misconceptions people have about the process. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 Composting Facts from Tess and Baba: - The benefits of composting: 1. Reducing the gas used by trucks on the road. 2. Creates self reliance and jobs. 3. Composting creates soil health- it acts as a booster shot ...
Home Electrical Basics | HTH 015
April 30, 2019 11:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBThis week, we chat with licensed electrician Caleb Effinger about home electrical basics and safety. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 Electricity 101 - Power comes from the power company either via powerline or buried and attaches to your main panel box and disperses through the house. - The electric company’s job ends at the meter (keep it on), you’re responsible for everything else. - 110 circuits are...
Surviving a Remodel | HTH 014
April 23, 2019 11:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBThis week, Aaron and Tracy talk about their tips for surviving a remodel. Renovations can be stressful, but with a lot of planning and clear expectations, things will be easier. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 Set expectations: Before you make the decision to start a renovation, talk about your expectations. Who is going to handle what? A lot of time is spent tied to the home while people work- who is goin...
Building a Modern Home with Ben Uyeda | HTH 013
April 16, 2019 11:00 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBThis week, we chat with the phenomenally talented, Ben Uyeda. We talk about his incredible undertaking of building a shipping container home in the middle of the Joshua Tree desert, his design process and some of his favorite materials to work with currently. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 FAST FACTS ABOUT BEN (FROM BEN): - Started out as a professor at Cornell University speaking about sustainable design...
Must-Tackle Spring Projects | HTH 012
April 09, 2019 11:00 - 25 minutes - 25.4 MBThis week, Aaron and Tracy discuss their go-to list of spring projects. Maintaining your home is key to avoiding costly repairs down the line- and spring is the perfect time to get out and make sure any damage caused over the winter is taken care of. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 1. Replace air filters. - Subscription services like Filterbuy.com are a great way to stay on top of the maintenance. 2. Do ...
Pest Control 101: How to Protect Your Home Against Pests | HTH 011
April 02, 2019 11:00 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBThis week, Pat Copps from Orkin Pest Control joins Aaron and Tracy to discuss all things creepy-crawly. We’ll talk about the best methods of prevention, how to recognize a pest infestation in your home, and which products are the safest and most effective to remove any unwanted visitors. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 FAST FACTS: - Over 56% of homeowners have had a problem with ants in the last year - A...
Landscape Design: Make The Most of Your Outside Space | HTH 010
March 26, 2019 11:00 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MBThis week, Mike Pyle joins Aaron and Tracy to discuss everything landscape design. We find out what homeowners should consider before starting their project, how to maximise a small outside space, and which plants you should choose for a beautiful yard. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 TIPS: - Chairs take up a tremendous amount of space, consider built-in benches to maximize space. - Living walls don’t ta...
Financing Your Remodel: What are the Options? | HTH009
March 19, 2019 11:00 - 31 minutes - 29.6 MBThis week, Javier Ruiz from New American Funding joins Aaron and Tracy to discuss all you need to know about financing a home remodel. We talk about cost estimation, how to decide the best financing options for you and which rooms will hit your budget the hardest. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 FAST Facts: 1. According to HomeAdvisor, the average kitchen remodel in the US ranges from $12,000 - $30,000 or ...
Interior Design: Creating Your Dream Space | HTH 008
March 12, 2019 11:00 - 51 minutes - 72.4 MBLeigh Lincoln & Aly Morford from Pure Salt Interiors join Aaron & Tracy this week to give us their top interior design tips! We discuss how best to approach a space, which colors provide a timeless palette, and how to effectively combine style, simplicity and function for a beautiful home. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 LEIGH AND ALY’S TIPS: - White is a great neutral canvas, but avoid a sterile space by ...
Buying vs Renting: Is Buying Your Best Option? | HTH 007
March 05, 2019 12:00 - 44 minutes - 41.8 MBThis week, Thyda Sim from Keller Williams Realty joins Aaron and Tracy to discuss whether buying a home is still the best option in the current market. We find out whether you really need to save a 20% downpayment, if renting is just throwing your money away, and what additional costs you should consider before deciding to buy. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 FAST Facts: 1. According to Realtor.com the ave...
Architectural Design & Permitting: Make the Right Choices for Your Project | HTH006
February 26, 2019 12:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBThis week, 'Ultimate Drafting Pro' Ricky Maciel joins Aaron and Tracy to talk all things design and permitting. We discuss how to pick the best professional for the job, why permits are often necessary and how to find out if you’ll need one for your home project! LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 TIPS FROM RICKY: - Visit your city’s website or call Building and Safety to find out if the project you want to do re...
Home Security: Keep You and Your Property Safe - HTH 005
February 19, 2019 12:00 - 47 minutes - 44.2 MBRyan Kadoi joins Aaron and Tracy this week to share his top home security tips. We discuss the best cameras, sensors and smart home security systems - as well as simple & affordable DIY methods to keep your property safe from intruders! LET'S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 PREVENTION TIPS: - Know your neighbors. Be aware of surroundings. NextDoor is a great way to keep an eye on the happenings in your neighborh...
Talking Tile: Top DIY Tips for Your Next Tiling Project - HTH 004
February 12, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBAdam Esparza of Ale Tile joins Aaron and Tracy this week to talk all things tile! Adam shares his winning formulas, top tips and insider knowledge to help make your next tiling project a breeze. LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR FILTERBUY.COM! MOST COMMON DIY MISTAKE ACCORDING TO ADAM: Not figuring out layout TRENDY TILES THAT AREN’T PRACTICAL: Cement tiles are high maintenance (require se...
Childproofing your Home - HTH 003
February 05, 2019 12:00 - 40 minutes - 37.9 MBAaron and Tracy share their best tips to childproof your home! LET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR FILTERBUY! FILTERBUY.COM AARON MENTIONED: BROWN PADDED FURNITURE PROTECTORS - https://amzn.to/2Uywv9l CABINET LATCHES- https://amzn.to/2Sg2woT MUNCHKIN ADHESIVE STRAPS- https://amzn.to/2MGCrKr OUTLET PLUGS- https://amzn.to/2TmSAHx ANTI-TIP STRAPS- https://amzn.to/2D6esQP PLA...
ROI and Listing your Home - HTH 002
January 29, 2019 12:00 - 48 minutes - 45.3 MBLET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: http://bit.ly/2MC3Hdc Instagram: http://bit.ly/2WqVfSp Twitter: http://bit.ly/2RRyYij Youtube: http://bit.ly/2SifqTH Visit our website at howtohome.com EILEEN’S TOP PRE-SALE UPGRADES: - Fresh paint! - Clean/ de-clutter/ de-personalize. Smell is important. - Kitchen - Bath - Curb appeal (power...
DIY vs Hiring Out - HTH001
January 15, 2019 03:56 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBLET’S CHAT! You can always call and leave your questions and comments on our voicemail! 978-709-1040 DAVID’S TIPS: - Figure out the scope of your project before determining whether you want to hire out or DIY. - If you’re running your own job as a DIY’er you need to make sure you’re detail oriented. - Communication is key! - The Office of Building and Safety will help you figure out the scope of your project and it’s free to go and pull a number. - ...