Mighty House Podcast

Another Instant Request from a viewer/listener/subscriber, Induction Cook Tops, how do they work and are they worth it? Rich and Ron dig into them and provide a few tips.

Rich and Ron start talking basics, how to read a tape measure and then how to select the best one for your needs.

Rich and Ron talk about the options you have when replacing your fluorescent ballast…

After a recent trip to Italy, Rich shares his views on how they build and remodel in Venice Italy.

Rich and Ron talk about the different options out there for fish tapes and some of the things to watch out for.

Rich and Ron talk about a “new to them” product from Generlink that permits a portable generator to be connected to the entire house.   https://www.generlink.com/generlink.html

Rich and Ron discuss a new trend of having a second working kitchen and some of the pro’s and con’s.

Rich and Ron go over the options you should think about before buying a generator. What size should you get and a bunch more questions are answered.

Rich and Ron unbox the latest tools from Klein. Klein Tools Cooler 62810BPCLR Klein Tools Offset Snips 2400L, 2401R, 2402S Klein Tools Offset Locknut Wrench Set 50900R

Rich and Ron talk about how to add a new device to an existing Lutron Caseta system..

Wildfire Smoke and your Garden with Mike Nowak We talk with Mike about some of the special concerns you should have while tending a garden with heavy wildfire smoke.

Grillin’ Safety Tips (Not because this happened to us) Memorial Day tend to kick off the grilling season but did you know July is the peak month for grilling fires, followed by May, June & August. rich and Ron talk about how to safely char your dogs…

Rich and Ron check out the Lock Socket Charger Lock. Lock Socket® is available for iPhone standard, iPhone Pro 20V, iPad 12V, and Android charging blocks, with single units ranging from $13.95-$16.95. The iPhone standard edition charger lock is also available in a 2-pack for $19.95 and 4-pack for $28.90. Custom charger lock solutions and bulk order options are also available. For more information...

Rich and Ron do some Unboxing and testing: The D53010 2 in 1 Plier wrench and RT390 Circuit Tester from Klein Tools For more info:www.kleintools.com

Lutron Shade Solutions, Serena Smart Shade. Rich and Ron talk about some of the VERY cool options they have and how to get your own installed. Get your own right here: https://www.serenashades.com/products/

Claro Switches from Lutron with Caseta Programing Ability. Rich and Ron talk about some of the VERY cool options they have and how to get your own installed.   Lutron https://www.lutron.com/en-US/Products/Pages/SingleRoomControls/CasetaWireless/Overview.aspx

Rich and Ron go over how to use a multi-meter and the different features you can test with one.   Klein Tools MM450   https://www.kleintools.com/catalog/test-measurement/multimeters

Rich and Ron talk about What should be in your Blueprint and how to read them in this three-part series. Part 3 starts with the roof plan , Wall Section, Elevation and detail pages.

Rich and Ron talk about What should be in your Blueprint and how to read them in this three-part series. Part 2 starts with the Foundation, Noted Floor Plans, Dimensioned floor plans. mechanical plans, roof plan,

Rich and Ron talk about What should be in your Blueprint and how to read them in this three-part series. Part 1 starts with the Cover Page Information, As built and Demo pages.

Safety Glasses Clear #60537 Sun glass #60539 Heavy Duty hinged Knee Pad sleaves #60491/#60591 Heavy duty foam knee pads #60611 Light Duty #60492 3 Piece Insulated Tool Kit #9416R Multi Tester #69355   www.kleintools.com

Rich and Ron talk about why it takes so long for the hot water to get to the shower at the other end of the house and how can we fix it?

Question from Audience about an Energy Audit Rich and Ron answer a question about an energy audit a listener just had completed on their home.

Caseta by Lutron now has a Diva styled dimmer. Rich and Ron talk about the new Lutron Diva styled switch with the Caseta connectivity.

10 thing you should have already checked on you house.