Episodes
Andrew Brown might be well known as the Founder and CEO of Toolfetch but he is widely known as a strong voice for the trades and is putting in a great effort to right the ship of our massive trades gap that has lead to prices going up in housing and projects across the US. We sit down with Andrew and discuss what mistakes have been made and what we have to do to get things balanced and back on track for the skilled trades. You can find Andrew Brown over at ToolFetch.com or his Linkedin...
Published 05/04/24
With over 30 years of Kitchen and Bath Design under his belt Eric gives you the best tips to designing that kitchen and managing your remodel project from start to finish. Check it out all right here. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episode of Around the House. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe...
Published 05/04/24
To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episode of Around the House. 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 If you want to join the Around the House Insider for access to the back catalog, Exclusive...
Published 05/03/24
Happy May Day! Today we are going to talk about my tips to finding a contractor and where to look and where you might just find the bad ones. All in this weeks Weekday Update special! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episode of Around the House. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get...
Published 05/01/24
We have a double header in todays episode. We start out talking about my tips to making your exterior projects hold up longer. You took all the time to build something but you really want it to last. Here are my tips to having it hold up for years to come. Then we sit down with Bill Godwin from Monument Grills. There are a ton of cool features on these new bbq grills in 2024 and we sit down and talk about one of the hottest ones that are not built into your outdoor kitchen. For more...
Published 04/27/24
For a homeowner plumbing projects can be filled with problems. With home centers having products on the shelf that dont meet building code or even the bad information on the internet you can get headed out the wrong direction right at the start of the project. Here are my tips for starting a successful plumbing project. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a...
Published 04/27/24
To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episode of Around the House. 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 If you want to join the Around the House Insider for access to the back catalog, Exclusive...
Published 04/25/24
It seems the last few years when products are forced to change with new laws it starts in the European Union. We saw that this last few years with the new Apple Iphone with the change to USB-C. Now it looks like they are at it again with our power tools and this might not be for the better if you have a higher end tool. Lets explore how that could turn out and then there are some new labor laws in the US that will change some employee relationships in design construction and even media. We...
Published 04/24/24
There are a lot of things you can do Around the House to make your yard a lot heathier and all while using less water than you might have last year. Technology is getting so much better and its leading to a better looking exterior. Here are my tricks to keeping that yard and garden looking good this spring. Check out the videos on our Around the House Facebook page this weekend to see more detailed information about how to use some of these brand new products. To get your questions answered...
Published 04/20/24
Housing is getting harder and harder in many parts of the US to afford. With interest rates higher than in decades and prices for housing skyrocketing we are seeing younger generations (and everyone else) have HUGE roadblocks to homeownership. There is a lot of common sense things we can do to make this more affordable for people to get into owning a home. Lets take a look at what we need to change. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7...
Published 04/20/24
To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episode of Around the House. 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 If you want to join the Around the House Insider for access to the back catalog, Exclusive...
Published 04/19/24
In some states people that have moved into homes that are not theirs or should not be there have started to change the rental landscape. If you are thinking about buying a rental for additional income this show might be for you. If you are a renter this could open your eyes to new problems happing all across the country. What can you do to fix it? Lets discuss this in our Weekday Update! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G...
Published 04/17/24
I sit down with Aaron Brundage from System Pavers to talk about creating that backyard oasis. There is a lot that goes into backyard projects and these are his tips and tricks to make it look its best. Sometimes these projects can be a great DIY project or you want to hire the pros to do it for you. Either way this episode is for you. Plus we talk about our 36th Birthday and the basic history of Around the House Show. For more information about System pavers head to ...
Published 04/13/24
There are plenty of people out there trying to scam homeowners and renters out of their hard earned money. There are a ton of great contractors that are trying to help people out. How do you find the right ones and where are the scammers lurking? We talk about that and so much more in todays Around the House Show. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future...
Published 04/13/24
To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episode of Around the House. 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 If you want to join the Around the House Insider for access to the back catalog, Exclusive...
Published 04/12/24
Today the US EPA released new water regulations on PFAS or what they now call "forever chemicals" and how they are going to test and treat them in your drinking water in the coming years. We discuss this new information that came out today and then we dive into a rant about Las Vegas mass transit that serves the major construction and home improvement trade shows at the Las Vegas Convention Center. All this and more in todays episode. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in...
Published 04/10/24
We sat down with the Tom Scott, The founder of WORKIQ Tools and talk about their brand new award winning vice. Eric sat down with them at the National Hardware Show in Las Vegas before they won "Best New Product of 2024" at the show. This is the worlds most versitile vise that articulates and unlocks for quick and infinate positions and is a must have for your garage or workship. To find out more head to https://workiqtools.com/products/iq-vise To get your questions answered by Eric G give...
Published 04/06/24
We sit down with Sarah Listi from Tool Girls Garage and Murder House flip live on the show floor of the National Hardware Show in Las Vegas on the media stage. We talk about whats new at the show, power tools, electric vs gas, and so much more. We also talk about the behind the scenes of her television show Murder House Flip where true crime meets home improvement and design. To find out more about Sarah: https://toolgirlsgarage.com/ To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in...
Published 04/06/24
To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episode of Around the House. 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 If you want to join the Around the House Insider for access to the back catalog, Exclusive...
Published 04/05/24
We talk about a house in Hawaii that was built on the wrong lot. It is amazing that these things can still happen today but they still do. We talk about this and the squatters that ended up living in the home during the court battle. This and so much more in our Around the House Weekday Update! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episode of Around...
Published 04/03/24
We start out the show talking with Connor Hopkins from Crocodile Cloth about my favorite way to clean up my hands, my shop, projects and my bbq. This stuff seriously works and you can find them at https://crocodilecloth.com/. Later in the show we talk about my favorite tricks and tips as a dog owner and what you can do to make sure your pet is more confortable and make it easier for you to care for them and keep your home just a little bit cleaner. To get your questions answered by Eric G...
Published 03/30/24
Each spring we cover our Spring Home Maintenance Checklist. This is a great list to walk around your house to make sure you have the major things covered so you can enjoy that summer! If you want a copy of the list head to our website at www.aroundthehouseonline.com and contact us there and we will send you a copy. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a...
Published 03/30/24
To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episode of Around the House. 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 If you want to join the Around the House Insider for access to the back catalog, Exclusive...
Published 03/29/24
Eric is LIVE from the National Hardware Show in Las Vegas! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episode of Around the House. 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 If you want to join the Around the...
Published 03/27/24