Home with Dean Sharp

Dean takes listener calls about building an outdoor kitchen, whether wood countertops are a viable option when remodeling a kitchen, insulation for a total house rebuild, soft water systems, whether or not you can reuse a foundation of a home after a fire and how to remedy an unpermitted room See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean starts the show talking about the benefits of 'high tea,' and the fact that women are the most involved in DIY projects in the home, than tackles a phone call from a listener about a major kitchen remodel and cabinets See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean takes listener questions about how to remedy a big raccoon problem on an adjacent property, how to go about getting the right auto gas shut off valve, why grass is 'thatching' on a lawn, how to properly light a vaulted ceiling and problems with a neighbor that smokes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean dives into the world of heat and air-conditioning—how it all works and how it all began. From the fascinating history of A/C to its surprising connection to the birth of Hollywood summer blockbusters, you’ll learn why cooling has always been about more than just comfort. Dean also breaks down how refrigerants work inside your system, explores the latest 2025 A/C units and their upgrades, and...

Today, Dean dives into the latest in heating and air-conditioning for 2025, breaking down how modern systems work and what’s new. He helps a caller troubleshoot a leaky faucet with practical DIY tips, explains the key differences between A/C intakes and outlets, and discusses what to consider when relocating an A/C vent into the attic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean dives into the world of heating and air-conditioning in 2025. He breaks down HVIC systems, heat pumps, and clears up the confusion around California’s heat pump mandates. Dean also explores uneven cooling in homes, how system controllers can balance room temperatures, and why frequent A/C cycling impacts power consumption. Plus, tips on finding a great HVIC installer and why changing your fil...

It’s an All Calls Weekend with Dean Sharp! Dean answers your home questions—from interlocking driveways with pavers to sealing tips. He helps a caller with a broken foundation and another dealing with shingles falling from their roof. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s an All Calls Weekend on Home with Dean Sharp! Dean covers everything from oiling exterior doors to replacing fascia boards and re-roofing. He also shares smart tips on relocating air vents for better cooling and explores water-saving solutions like under-sink hot water recirculators. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean Sharp kicks off a brand-new show all about getting control of sound in your home. From air-sealing and decoupling techniques to insulation and sound masking, Dean breaks down practical strategies to manage noise and improve your home’s acoustic environment. He explores how noise isn’t just a nuisance—it can actually impact your health—and why thoughtful design makes all the difference. Whethe...

Dean dives deeper into soundproofing strategies in the home — from understanding the nature of sound as energy, to tips on how to break its travel paths using insulation, air-sealing, and decoupling techniques. He explains the difference between soundproofing and sound absorption, and how to think about windows, walls, and even flooring when it comes to controlling noise. Dean also breaks down the...

In Hour 3, Dean continues breaking down the science of soundproofing and how to create a more peaceful living space. He explains the concept of decoupling walls to interrupt the transfer of sound energy, and how techniques like resilient channels, staggered studs, and floating walls can dramatically reduce noise. Dean also walks through the roles of damping and absorption — from mass-loaded vinyl...

It’s All Calls Weekend! Dean lets listeners take the reins in this open-format hour. He kicks things off with wife Tina and the team before diving into listener questions—from boosting your home’s water pressure with a pressure regulator or booster pump, to natural weed-killing remedies using vinegar and sunlight. Plus, Dean shares smart sequencing tips for a successful kitchen remodel. Whether yo...

It’s another listener-driven hour on All Calls Weekend! Dean shares his candid thoughts on home improvement TV shows, including why he steers clear of most—except for the BBC’s Grand Designs, which he praises as the gold standard. Plus, callers get expert guidance on spotting load-bearing walls and navigating unique issues like managing a water well on reservation land. See omnystudio.com/listener...

Dean gets into to organizing your space and how to sort, inventory and store the things you really need.  Dean addresses a caller's question about how to test different colors of paint in a space instead of testing samples on a wall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean gets into to organizing your space and how to sort, inventory and store the things you really need.  Dean answers a listener question about a painter who used a sprayer to paint but then threw the residue down the toilet and how to combat the residue that was left. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean continued his discussion on organizing your home and how to sort, inventory and store the things you really need. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean takes listener calls about home remodeling and design.  Callers ask questions about the proper fire resistant paint for a home, and how to deal with an  efflorescence problem under a home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean takes listener calls about home remodeling and design.  Callers ask Dean about how to insulate an older home without resorting to pulling apart the walls, water spots on the ceiling (a lot of them) and how to cover them up, whether or not replacing a 20 year old roof with solar is a good investment vs, building an ADU, how to fix scratches on an engineered wood floor, what's the best way to r...

Today, Dean talks about how design matters most when it comes to your home, and that great architecture should feel theatrical. Your home is like a stage -- it can be designed to fit the tastes of everyone who lives under the roof. Placing a spotlight on the stage darkens things up, and Dean explains how it has the opposite effect of what most people think it does. Dean also talks about cemeterial...

Dean advices a caller who is asking about putting an offer on a house that he has been renting for 10 years, but needs a lot of work. Is it worth it? Dean also discusses ways to save money from capital gains taxes on a townhouse. And Dean advises another caller on making a house fireproof friendly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean dives into how your home can tell a story—starting with the entryway. Learn why floor lines matter, what the Lincoln Memorial teaches us about design, and why the family room should steal the show. A must-listen for anyone planning a renovation or dreaming big. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's an all-calls weekend on Home with Dean Sharp, where every question about your home gets the attention it deserves! This episode, Dean advises a condo owner on the best way to seal a concrete floor and shares why patience is key when tackling any home project. He also dives into the importance of doing your homework when hiring a contractor—because avoiding scams starts with smart research. Pl...

This episode, Dean tackles real-life home challenges—from replacing flooring damaged by mold build-up to the right way to lay down a new layer of shingles on your roof. A caller dealing with critters in the attic gets expert advice, and Dean walks through the process of replacing waterlines into a garage. Plus, what’s going on when a toilet flushes and debris comes back up? Dean breaks it all down...

Dean Sharp kicks off a lively hour about “new stuff”—from how to clear the board and start fresh, to game-changing innovations in building materials. After Tina’s late arrival due to an important phone call, Dean dives into “Super Wood,” a revolutionary material that’s stronger than steel, resistant to moisture, fire, and rot, and potentially even translucent like glass. Super Wood could soon resh...

Dean takes listener calls this hour! Leigh from Lompoc calls in to talk about her large 3,000 sq ft home—should she downsize or invest in some help to maintain it? Dean offers advice on using her equity to reduce her workload and suggests hiring a landscaping service and housekeeper before considering moving. Plus, elevator retrofits are more affordable than you might think! Then, caller Gabe want...