Around the House with Eric G®: Upgrade Your Home Like a Pro

Its that time of year that we start thinking about fall and getting ready as we near the end of summer. The weather is still great and its the perfect time to jump into those little projects to make sure you home is ready for winter. Check out our annual fall home maintenance checklist that can help you get your home ready for the change in seasons! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us...

I can tell you I hate politics and even political parties in general... but as homeowners, contractors, and tradespeople there are things we all need to keep an eye on this election season that could really effect us in our homes, our jobs and how we live for years to come. Here is my take on what we need to look for this election season and I know this episode isnt going to make everyone happy bu...

Todd Miller is has spent his career devoted to growing the sustainable metal roofing industry while transforming and restoring Isaiah Industries long-term proven history and brand. From iconic and colorful roofs dotting America's highways on well-known brands to the uniquely premium roof perhaps on your own home. In this episode we dive into the reasons why metal roofing can be the answer for your...

Do you like to cook outdoors? Have you dreamed about a wood fired pizza oven that you can cook anything from your favorite pie to bread, meats and just about anything you can cook indoors with your regular oven? We sit down with Director Ben Guilford from The Fire Brick Company and if you are looking for a kit to build that is ready to DIY or even have some friends help you this the way to do it....

If you are looking at buying a home there are brand new rules this week and you might be shocked to have to sign a contract with your agent BEFORE you go look at a home. We dive into that and some quick tips and tricks for all of you with water in your basement. That and so much more in our Weekday Special To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 a...

Home improvement TV shows promise transformation, inspiration, and a peek into the world of renovation magic. But behind the scenes, not everything is as picture-perfect as it seems. In this episode, we take you on an exclusive tour of the highs and lows of the industry, uncovering the scandals, lawsuits, and controversies that rocked popular shows and cost networks big money. From botched renovat...

As the leaves change and the days grow shorter, it's the perfect time to reassess your home security. In this episode, we dive into essential tips for safeguarding your home this fall, from the latest in smart home technology to practical security measures. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just looking to keep your home safe, we've got you covered. We have some solid solutions so you are ready...

We dive into what happened to a major home improvement retailer and discuss what caused their downfall that started back in 2015 and they just never recovered from all the bad press, lawsuits and fines. With 94 stores closing now their could be some big sales that drop prices on thier inventory! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G w...

We start out by talking about the millions of dollars getting returned to people that were taken advantage of in house flipping and then dive into my top 10 favorite new tools for your toolbox. There are zero sponsors here but my favorites that I have added that can make that project easier and safer! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Er...

Many homeowners and contractors head to the big box home improvemet retailer to get their supplies for projects. Sometimes it might not be the best price or value! Here are my tips and tricks on what to get and NOT get at the big box stores! This could save you some serious money! Many homeowners and contractors are fighting rising costs for their projects. Sometimes the big box retailers can save...

In this weeks Weekday Update we talk about dealing with a flooded yard and basement and moldy wood before you even bring it home. All this and more in this update! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episode of Around the House. Thanks for listening to Ar...

What are the tricks to finding a good licensed contractor? In this extended cut I will show you my tips and tricks to weeding through the contractors to find the one that does it right, on budget, and that is easier to work with. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up i...

Every Kitchen desinger is a rookie at some point. 30 years ago I was that same rooking that made many of these same ones! However thousands of people work with them every year. Here are the common mistakes that they make and homeowners and contractors designing a kitchen make these same mistakes. Here is what to look for in my top 10 kitchen design mistakes! To get your questions answered by Eric...

As wildfire smoke from the West Coast slides all over the US I figured I would give everyone some quick tips to keep it from coming in your home and if it does what you can do to help control it. Then there was a huge court case this week and Amazon now has to help protect you from defective products. This is a great move for your safety if you purchase from them. All that and more in this weekday...

For all of you that are designing an outdoor kitchen this episode is for you! We talk about the tricks or tips on designing that... the materials that can save you money with an interview on a product that looks like its stonework but you can nail it on the wall. After that we talk with Chris Berry the Idaho Painter about those painting tips for your next house painting project and SO MUCH MORE! T...

Foundation work can be scary. There are companies out there that pray on homeowners giving the fear and high pressure sales tactics and there are foundation contractors that really service the public with honest answers and real solutions. This hour is so you have enough information so you can navigate foundation issues from a wet basement to a cracked foundation. That way you can find the right p...

In this weeks Weekday update we dive into cleaning tips for those hard to clean items and some secrets to keeping those clean after you get the work done! You have to try my coffee mug cleaning tip! It keeps that metal super clean! Plus so much more and some important safety recalls that could keep you from a fire or getting injured. Plus so much more! To get your questions answered by Eric G give...

I dont know about you but many peoples utility bills are out of control and just getting more expensive. Here are my tips and tricks to keep them a bit lower and save you some money. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episode of Around the House. Thanks...

We tackle some of those bigger questions! We start out discussing what to look for to see if a wall is load bearing. Can you remove it and who should you call to find out the final answer? Then we talk about some of the toxic projects in your workshop. You might be surprised at what some of these might be. All that and more in this episode. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call i...

With the Amazon Prime Days there are some great buys for your next project. You just have to be careful WHAT you purchase and we have some tips for you! Also....its summer project time! Its a great time to tackle some of those projects inbetweem vacations and extreme summer weather! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back...

This already for many has been a hot summer! Here are some of my budget tips to keep your house cool. Some of these tips and tricks are free and just take a little planning and time to pull off. The second half of the show we talk about Deck safety and making sure that we inspect our decks to make sure they are safe for the rest of the summer and fall seasons. Those decks take a lot of abuse from...

Todays show is inspired by one of our calls into the studio and how you can go about fixing those design mistakes that you or in this case someone made in your home. How do you go about fixing those and does it make sense to try to fix it? All that and more in this first hour of Around the House Show! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Er...

In this Weekday Update episode we dive into how to stop or slow water damage from heavy rains or floods from summer storms and how to help fortify your home against wildfire damage. All this and more in this exclusive online episode! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end...

There are a lot of brand new products out there and building systems. Here are my top products and materials that might change how you tackle everything from that next project to the way you build your next home! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episod...

We are finally starting to get indoor air quality figured out and what is healthy and what you should be concerned about. Building codes in some areas are decades behind what we already have known so your home, even if it new, might have some seriously unhealthy issues that might be pretty easy to fix. We talk about those tricks and tips on keeping your air quality healthy and how it can make you...