Under the Roof with Randy Barfield

Randy, Ashley and Mary are back at it again to discuss all things home in Austin, Texas! Tune in to hear the crew debate the start of fall,  discuss Ashley's ant home invasion horror story, and learn how to stuff your weep holes. Afterward, Mary reveals a truly electric tale and confesses to a nervous house-cleaning tick, and Randy shares his ambition to become the first space home inspector....

The Barfield crew is back at it again! Join Randy, Mary and Ashley as the all-things-home trio sits down in Randy's kitchen to discuss home warranties, hornet infestations, and Randy's on-the-roof playlist. They dive into the most important portions of the home inspection report, and examine what can go wrong when you don't have a home inspection as part of the buying process. Tune...

Learn what value a pool can add to your home, the difference between freshwater and saltwater systems, and Randy's Top 4 Tips for enjoying your pool in the latest episode of the podcast! Need more home maintenance tips? Visit us at barfieldhomeinspection.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @barfieldhomeinspection. In the Austin-area and want to schedule your home inspection? Give us a...

In this special episode, we share the loss of a dear family member and discuss the hidden dangers of Chagas disease. Learn more about kissing bugs and Chagas Disease in the U.S. from our friends at Texas A&M. Know the signs in humans and pets and give your furry friends an extra hug for us. In homage to Earth Day, Randy, Ashley and Mary discuss the importance of green living and home design wi...

This week, Randy and Ashley sit down to discuss the ins and outs of spring home maintenance. From caring for your grass to purging items you no longer use, we cover it all with a few expert suggestions in this episode of "Under the Roof with Randy Barfield." Randy's Top 5 Tips for Spring 🏠 Get your lawn in tip-top shape and keep your fertilizer in balance 🏠 Ensure your home irriga...

While we love to have fun on the pod, tool safety is no laughing matter. Some recent close calls inspired us to touch base on tool safety tips for the average home owner. Join in this week as Randy shares his number one safety mantra from his construction days, learn why reading the manual is always important, and approach the question: what risks are really worth taking? Stay safe, stay healthy,...

As the month of love comes to a close, we dive into the importance of listening to your home. What is it trying to tell you? Chances are that like any good relationship, you can tell what your home needs just by listening! Join Randy, Ashley, and Mary as they explore the ways the elements (wind, water, earth, and fire) can impact your home over time and what you need to do (and be on the lookout f...

What does buying a home have in common with falling in love? It turns out there's a lot! This Valentine's Day, learn to identify a home you're sure to love long-term with the help of a great real estate agent. We're honored to have special guest Jenny Kim of Austin Real Estate,  who was just named one of the top 500 producing agents in by Austin Real Producers, impart her wisdo...

The ebb and flow of winter has officially arrived in Central Texas! With the scars from last year's disastrous winter storm still fresh for many Texans, what's needed to ensure you and your home are ready in case arctic chill rears its head again? Join us as Ashley and Randy discuss measures you can take to protect your home, family, pets and plants, whether a freeze is just overnight or...

As we continue to prep for the winter weather that may (or may not!) come, we head up on the house top to see what awaits us in the attic! How does the attic factor into the home inspection? What kind of insulation (and how much) does your home have? Learn the answers to these questions and hear what we're thankful for this holiday season! Looking for more inspection and maintenance tips? Vis...

If the mosquitoes are finally gone it must be fall, right? Randy and Ashley take on Texas temperatures, winter and holiday preparation for your home, and cats that can carry plants in the latest episode! Looking for more inspection and maintenance tips? Visit our website  and follow us on Facebook and Instagram !

Although it may not be your favorite topic, it's an important one for every homeowner to think about: pest control! As a licensed home inspector, Randy has a few tips and tricks to protect your home from wood-boring insects. Plus, we investigate the case of backyard rodents and discuss how Randy keeps his hair looking great! Looking for more inspection and maintenance tips? Visit our website...

Trees in the kitchen. Retro design. Find out what we love most about Austin and our booming real estate market in the latest installment of Under the Roof! Join Randy, Mary, and Ashley as we discuss the latest stats about the hot market and answer the question on everyone's mind: has the seemingly unstoppable Austin bubble finally burst? Get your monthly dose of home maintenance tips, real es...

The Texas Real Estate Commission is making a few updates where home inspections are concerned. Learn what you need to know, and get Randy's insight on the "Top 5 Tools Every Homeowner Should Keep Handy" in the latest episode , coming soon to  Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you like to listen!  Looking for more inspection and maintenance tips? Visit our website  and follow us...

Summer is right around the corner and things are heating up in Austin, as usual! However, the busy summer season comes on the heels of one of our rainiest springs on record. How does all this moisture affect the home inspection process? What damage should homeowners, buyers, and sellers be on the lookout for? Get the scoop, as well as a little pachyderm mania, in this month's episode! Looking...

Was your lawn damaged by the winter storm that ravaged Central Texas? Join the club! This week we're on location at Mary's house where a major project is underway to restore water drainage and enlarge the indoor-outdoor living space in her family's new construction home. If you've ever wondered how to undertake an outdoor design project from design to finished project, this epi...

Even though Randy Barfield always tells it like it is, there's one filter he always recommends: your home HVAC filter, of course! Tune in this month as Randy, Ashley, and Mary discuss why clean filters are important, where you can find them, how to change them, and how they can impact the outcome of your home inspection. Remember to follow us on Facebook and Instagram @BarfieldHomeInspection...

The storm has passed. Thank goodness. But in the wake of the subzero disaster that swept across Texas last month, homeowners are left with questions. Good thing Randy Barfield has the answers! Tune in for the latest episode as Randy and Ashley discuss the storm's impact and ways you can prepare yourself and your home for future events. From generators to post-storm inspections we cover it all...

Congratulations everyone, we made it to 2021! As we embark on a new year, demand remains high in and around Austin, Texas, making it more important now than ever to secure your home inspection. Learn how the inspection can help buyers make an informed decision especially in a competitive market. The Barfield Home Inspection team is working hard around the clock to help ensure buyers get a thorough...

In this episode of "Under the Roof with Randy Barfield," Ashley and Randy discuss the four pre-construction phased inspections: What are they? When do they happen? How do you schedule one with Barfield Home Inspection ? Tune in to find out! Looking for more inspection and maintenance tips? Visit our website  and follow us on Facebook and Instagram !

It's that time of year again, folks! The holidays are upon us and that means you are likely to bring out the ladder to clean gutters and install holiday lights. Before you do, make sure you're using your ladder safely with a few words of wisdom from Randy Barfield. In this episode, we also cover why having a home inspector physically get on your roof is so important. Thanks for tuning in...

Ever wondered what information is contained within the home inspection report? Well, open it up and find out!  In this episode of Under the Roof with Randy Barfield, we walk through the ins and outs of the inspection report and its intrinsic value for homeowners. Ever wondered where your water heater is located? Read the report! Do you know how old your heating and cooling system is? Read the repo...

The dog days of summer are upon us in Central Texas! While we welcome the occasional summer shower, days are long and hot and water tends to run a little low. Learn everything you need to know about maintaining your lawn and foundation with your home's irrigation system. From programming your controller to understanding what your lawn really needs, Randy covers it all in this edition of Under...

In this episode of Under the Roof, we are joined by Austin agent and broker Kinan Beck who helps us understand the intricacies of today's market and what buyers and sellers need to know. Looking for more inspection and maintenance tips? Visit our website  and follow us on Facebook and Instagram !

Let's face it - many of us have been indoors, or at least at home, for a while now. For sellers prepping to list this spring and summer, here are a few of Randy's top tips to get your home ready while you wait. Looking for more inspection and maintenance tips? Visit our website  and follow us on Facebook and Instagram !