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Tariff Talk: How Your Furniture Shopping Just Got a Lot More Expensive!

Tariffs on softwood lumber and furniture imports? Yeah, that’s a thing now, and it’s about to make shopping a whole lot more interesting. Eric G dives into the nitty-gritty of these tariffs that just snuck in while we were all distracted by the latest meme or whatever else was trending. We’re talking 25% on upholstered […]

From Expert Advice to DIY Fails: Navigating Home Improvement

Diving into the chaotic world of home improvement advice, Eric G takes us on a wild ride through the absurdity of DIY culture. With his signature sarcasm, he highlights the alarming trend of influencers dishing out questionable tips for clicks rather than genuine help. From YouTube stars with millions of followers who wouldn’t know proper […]

Fall Into Safety: Eric G’s Ultimate Home Security Tips!

With autumn creeping in and daylight fading faster than my motivation on a Monday morning, Eric G lays it all out on how to keep our homes secure this fall. Picture this: you’re out enjoying a pumpkin spice latte while thieves are plotting their next move under the cover of shorter days. Eric unveils his […]

Maximizing Your Leads: Key Mistakes Contractors Make

In an insightful dialogue, Eric G and John Dudley dissect the myriad errors that contractors frequently commit in their efforts to generate leads, offering a poignant critique of the current state of contractor marketing. Their conversation reveals that many contractors fall prey to a lack of clarity in their marketing strategies, often resulting in wasted […]

Mold Madness: Why Remediation Might Be the Next Asbestos!

The world of home improvement is about to get a whole lot more interesting, folks! Today, we’re diving into a rather grim prediction about an emerging epidemic that’s lurking in our homes, ready to take the lead in the ‘most wanted hazards’ list. Forget asbestos and lead paint—move over, old-timers, there’s a new kid on […]

When to Start Your Home Projects: A Cautionary Tale

As we dive into the world of home improvement, Eric G and John Dudley are tackling the oh-so-important question: when is the best time to jump into those major projects around the house? Spoiler alert: it’s definitely not September if you have any hope of hosting Thanksgiving dinner in a finished kitchen. Seriously, folks, they […]

10 Ways to Sabotage Your Home Purchase: A Guide for the Unlucky

Buying a home? Buckle up, because Eric G and John Dudley are diving straight into the wild world of home buying mistakes. Right off the bat, they’re laying down the law on the top 10 blunders that can turn your dream home into a nightmare faster than you can say “mortgage.” Whether it’s skipping that […]

Ten Months Later: The Reboot of Around the House Pro Insider

We are delighted to announce our triumphant return after a ten-month hiatus, embarking on a fresh chapter of the Around the House Pro Insider with your hosts, Eric G and John Dudley. In this episode, we delve into the paramount importance of adapting to the evolving landscape of marketing and business management, particularly for professionals […]

Short and Sweet: The Absurd Life of a Home Seller

Got a midweek update for you, and let me tell you, it’s a doozy! We’re diving into the chaotic world of prepping a house for sale, and spoiler alert: there’s always one more thing to fix. Seriously, it’s like a never-ending game of “What did I forget?” where the prize is a slightly less chaotic […]

How to Spot the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly in Contractors

Eric G and John Dudley are diving deep into the wild world of hiring contractors, and boy, do we have some juicy tales to share! Ever heard of the phrase “you get what you pay for”? Well, strap in because we’re about to break down why that’s a hard truth when it comes to home […]