The Homeowners Show

In this episode, Craig and Kevin review the U by Moen , a smart controller for your shower!  With its ability to seamlessly control the perfect shower for you, this controller can set specific temps, utilizes special zones, and can be controlled with your voice.  It will integrate with Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Google Assistant.  If you are looking to remodel your bathroom or are building a new co...

One of our former guests was tragically killed in a car accident with her Husband Ben. We wanted to honor our beautiful friend by reposting her interview. They leave behind their four children. If you would like to help support these kids here is a link to a fund set up by their church.   https://churchteams.com/m/Give.asp?oID=15628&aID=b09XMzFENnFKdks2U3lIcUdTdzR6YWxMMjJyZzYzU2o%3D     Meg Ar...

In this episode, Craig and Kevin discuss remodeling with Chris Turner, owner of Turner Home Improvement.  Have you ever considered remodeling your home? We understand it can be a difficult and frustrating process if you’ve never done it before. And, even if you have, chances are you’ve had mixed results in terms of quality, timeliness, and communication from your contractor.  There are some option...

Thank you to this weeks Sponsor, Impeccable Credit Services. For all of your Credit Restoration needs call 713-378-1500   This week Craig was able to sit down with David Rosa from Sunpro Solar to discuss all the options available to you as a home owner through their company.  If you have ever even been just a little bit curious about solar and want to learn how you can make your home more energy e...

In this episode, Crag and Kevin discuss what it takes to throw a good party.  It’s finally football season!  And so, it’s time to spend some time watching the game with your friends and family.  But, in order to throw a killer party, what types of things should you consider?  We break down various things that you should think about so that your next party is sure to leave people feeling full, happ...

In this episode Kevin and Craig interview Christian Waldo and Nik Mitchell from Biz Connect and BWI Marketing.  This episode is all about how to navigate marketing from a consumer and professional perspective and how to use social media to our benefit.  Finding good people to work can be stressful and daunting but Christian and Nik have some good thoughts to share with everyone out there.  You can...

In this episode, Craig and Kevin discuss garage door openers.  Whether you’re in the market for a new garage door opener, or simply want more information on openers, chances are this episode will give you some new insights.  There’s a lot of new technology out that can really change your garage door opener experience.  You can still get the tried and true option of a simple opener that does just t...

In this episode we interview our new friend Haley Thayer from Residential First Capital. Haley is a Personal Mortgage Consultant and is here to help you get into the best deal for that new home buyer or help you get the most equity out of your current home loan while moving into a better interest rate.  We have a lot of fun as Haley helps us break down all the mysteries surrounding the world of ho...

In this episode Kevin and Craig review the Rachio Smart WiFi Sprinkler Controller.  If you have an underground sprinkler system at your home, you should strongly consider purchasing a smart controller for your system.  Do you know how much water your lawn needs?  Do you know how long you should water your lawn, and how often?  Are you seeing an unusually high water bill during the summer and wonde...

In this episode, Craig and Kevin discuss grills.  A grill is a staple for most homes, and it seems that most people are proud of their purchase.  But, we decided to take an entire episode and talk about the different types of grills.  In today’s technological age, grills have become smarter.  We’re not saying smarter is better, but it’s amazing the amount of technology a simple grill can pack.  Wh...

In this episode Craig and Kevin talk with Jarrod Tucker about Homeowners Insurance.  When you buy a home, you are required to carry homeowners insurance on your home.  However, not all insurance policies are created equal.  And, not all insurance companies have your best interests in mind.  What are the most important things you need to know about homeowners insurance?  Are certain sections of the...

In this episode, Craig and Kevin kick off a new series called Tales From The Pit.  From time to time we will take an episode to discuss some absolute failures that have happened to us, or someone else that we can share with our listeners.  As we all know, owning a home can present its challenges at times and we are believers that learning from our mistakes, or mishaps, is important.  So, we will d...

In this episode Craig gets the opportunity to sit down with Alan Stroud from Beck & Associates, PLLC.  They discuss a multitude of issues surrounding estate planning, wills, trusts, living wills and even delve into some of the mistakes people usually make with their assets.  Everyone will be able to learn something from this interview. Hope you enjoy and if you have any questions feel free to reac...

In this episode Craig and Kevin talk with Jared Williams about remodeling the studio we use to record our podcast. As in many home renovation projects, this one had its challenges and surprises. While discussing the work that was done to get the studio in working order, Jared also shares some of the projects he’s worked on over the years. From bathrooms to roofs, he has had his fair share of remod...

In this episode Craig and Kevin talk with Andrew Brockenbush, Founder and CEO of Beefy Marketing.  Just recently Andrew has made a bold decision to move out of a permanent dwelling into his RV.  There are multiple people in today’s world who are choosing to transition into a mobile lifestyle for various reasons.  Whether this seems like a crazy idea, or maybe it seems like an interesting adventure...

That Time We Talked About Assisted Living   In this episode Craig and Kevin talk with Shawn Medlin, owner of Seasons Assisted Living.  While contemplating how to care for an aging family member, Shawn realized that there is a better way to provide assisted living and memory care for aging adults.  As you can imagine, choosing how to care for someone you love when they can no longer care of themsel...

In this episode Craig and Kevin talked with Chad Kimball about running a business out of your home.  Chad is a shoe maker.  What’s the difference between a shoe maker and a cobbler?  We didn’t know either, but Chad explains that in this episode.  In today’s culture of online networking and resourcing, more and more people are working from home.  Chad talked to us about the various things you shoul...

In this episode, Craig and Kevin discuss gun safety with James.  James has many years on the police force, has been S.W.A.T., a K-9 officer, is an LTC (License to Carry) instructor, and has many other certifications.  What are some things you need to consider when it comes to owning a gun and storing it in your home?  What are the legal ramifications to owning a gun and storing them in your home -...

In this episode Craig and Kevin review the Arlo Home Security System.  When it comes to home security, there are a lot of options out there on the market.  But how do you know that what you’re getting is actually high quality?  And, most inexpensive systems must be hardwired, increasing the overall cost of the system.  The Arlo system is different.  It’s wireless.  Because it’s wireless, it's extr...

In this episode, Craig and Kevin talk with Maury Hammond, owner of Freedom Home Services.  Maury goes into homes that have been taken over with piles of stuff that has been collected over time, helps remove excess, deep cleans, organizes, and repairs homes back to a manageable and functional state.  As you can imagine, this job is difficult and a lot of emotions are involved.  Perhaps you know som...

That Time We Talked To Unlocking The Magic   In this episode, Craig and Kevin talk with Bruce and Connie from Unlocking the Magic - a podcast about Walt Disney World and unlocking all of the amazing history about Walt Disney, his parks, and the attractions at WDW.  As they are experts at traveling to WDW and Disneyland, they are also very knowledgeable about what you need to do to prepare your hom...

In this episode Craig and Kevin dive into the phenomenon of spring cleaning. Unfortunately, some of these tasks seem so daunting that you don’t even know where to begin.  Thankfully there are some things you can do to help make the task of cleaning a little easier to manage. Similarly, it’s difficult to figure out exactly how you’re going to complete that project that’s just been looming, or the p...

In this episode Craig and Kevin talk with Jordan who has automated his house.  While there are a few things he still hopes to get fully automated, he has gone to great lengths to make most of his house accessible to him from his smartphone.  Through the use of smart items like switches, outlets, door locks, and more, Jordan is able to access and control much of his house with the touch of a screen...

In this episode Craig and Kevin talk with Ashleigh from the Conroe, TX Chamber of Commerce. If you're like Kevin, you have no idea what the Chamber of Commerce is, let alone what it's usefulness is. On top of that, how does the Chamber of Commerce filter into anything related to owning your home? Whether you use your home for your business, or whether you just want your home to increase in value,...

That Time We Talked About Metal Buildings   In this episode Craig and Kevin talk with Mark Jones from Mueller, Inc.  Mueller specializes in metal buildings and metal roofs.  Their company doesn't just take you from start to finish, they assist you with things you need to take care of before you even begin.  With their amazing customer service, ease of putting their buildings together, ability to h...