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How do you fix up that kitchen without taking on a remodel? Kitchen remodels are expensive. A basic one if you are paying a contractor typically costs over $70,000. We dive into some smaller DIY projects that can make it look so much better without spending the big dollars with a little hard work. How easy it is to paint a kitchen? What are the steps? We talk about this and so much more in the first hour of Around the House...
How can you keep that DIY project on budget? As a homeowner one of the hardest part of remodeling is managing the costs and not estimating the amount of work that needs to be done. We dive into this and give you the tricks that contractors use to estimate projects so you can have a more complete idea of the project and what it will cost? We will also expose the pitfalls of ordering discount materials online and what can happen if this goes wrong...
WOW! Lumber is finally getting back to normal in the lumberyards and home centers. Many can now start to tackle a project. We talk about that plus what is going on right now in the lives of Eric G and Caroline B plus a discussion on our giveaway that is coming up. All this and MORE on this weeks mid week special. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate...
Who doesn't want a healthier home right? There are small steps you can take that really help reduce the chance of getting sick, catching that flu or cold, or even just make your home more comfortable. Most of that bad stuff in your home you might be the one that is even bringing it in without even knowing it. Take a listen to these easy DIY tips to make sure your home is as healthy as it can be...
Eric Goranson and Caroline Blazovsky tackle home energy with Cory Fox from Ecobee. Just adding a smart thermostat can save you big money on your heating and cooling bills each year. Plus it can add indoor comfort and better air quality when it is used correctly. Plus listen to win an Ecobee SmartThermostat with voice control! Click https://aroundthehouseonline...
It is SOOO Nice to see lumber prices back in a normal swing of things! That is great news! We talk about that plus what is going on with the NEXTDOOR App? There are some crazy people on there and we will talk about that plus so much more on this weeks Mid-Week Special! Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen (https://around-the-house-with-e...
Drywall repair can be a tedious task. Eric G has some tricks for you that might save a few steps and that can save you a few days of dry time. Those secrets can make you have a better-looking repair and a faster project. We will also talk about the process of drywall and some of the products used so you can hit the store and get the right stuff on the first trip. We also talk about the giveaway of the Ecobee SmartThermostat with voice control...
When you are installing tile, the technology behind the materials have sure changed in the last few years. If you have been dropping into the home center and using the same old products your dad was using then you might be well behind in what is new. There are a ton of new products that work better and are much easier to use that can be the difference of a tile project lasting a few years or a handful of decades. William White has a long history of tile...
It is so refreshing to see lumber prices right where they used to be. That now will create other supply chain issues. What are the issues this week? We will discuss this and our after the show conversation about tile showers with WIlliam White from Ardex. There is a sneak peek at a new shower system here you wont want to miss! To enter this weeks contest head to AroundtheHouseOnline...
Fall is going to be right around the corner! What exterior projects can you get tackled as kids start looking to get back to school and the fall weather is right around the corner. We only have so many weekends left before that sneaks up on us! What projects are Caroline Blazovsky and Eric Goranson working on? Find out by tuning into this funny and informative episode...