Save Big This Fall: 3 Weekend Fixes You Can’t Miss!
With the crisp autumn air beckoning and winter lurking around the corner, it’s time to prepare our homes for the chilly months ahead! Eric G. is here to spill the beans on how we can save some serious cash and keep our homes cozy without breaking the bank. Forget about splurging on a brand-new furnace; […]
The Ultimate Guide to Home Organization for Busy Parents
As the kids gear up for another exciting school year, it’s the perfect time to hit reset on our home organization. This episode dives deep into the art of transforming our spaces into functional havens that can withstand the chaos of family life. We’re revisiting some stellar tips and tricks we picked up over the […]
Kitchen Remodeling 101: Don’t Let These Blunders Ruin Your Dream Space!
Eric G takes us on a wild ride through the kitchen and bath design world, leveraging his 35 years of experience to dish out the best (and worst) practices for renovations. Ever wondered why custom cabinetry can sometimes be a nightmare? Grab a seat as Eric breaks down the biggest kitchen remodeling mistakes that can […]
From Beachfront Bliss to Management Miss: Our Rental Rollercoaster
The latest chat with Eric G is a rollercoaster ride through the wild world of vacation rentals. He spills the tea on why he kicked his vacation rental management company to the curb, and trust me, it’s a saga filled with headaches, hilarity, and a touch of drama that could rival your favorite soap opera. […]
Vacation Home Design Tips: How to Turn a Cabin Getaway Into a Functional Family Retreat (with Designer Wendy Glaister)
Owning a vacation home sounds like all s’mores and starry nights — until the maintenance bills and rental regulations show up. In this episode of Around the House, host Eric G sits down with designer Wendy Glaister to unpack what it really takes to design, furnish, and maintain a vacation home that works as both […]
Carpets That Care: Mohawk’s Game-Changer for Allergy Sufferers
Indoor air quality is a hot topic, and Eric G is diving deep into the common mistakes we all make in our homes that could be harming our health without us even realizing it. Picture this: you’ve just spent a fortune on air purifiers and fancy filters, yet you’re still cooking up a storm in […]
Robot Vacuums and Routers: The New Rules of the Game!
Home electronics are getting a makeover, and trust me, it’s a game-changer! Eric G dives into the latest updates that could revolutionize how we shop for devices like robot vacuums and routers. With the FCC shaking things up, foreign-made gadgets are suddenly on the chopping block, leaving many of us wondering what’s safe to buy. […]
Home Improvement Myths: Bathroom Drywall, Oversized AC, Closing Vents and Bleach on Mold
Home improvement myths busted: drywall behind bathroom tile, oversized AC, closing vents in empty rooms, bleach on mold and new-home inspections. Hour two of our myth-busting show, and this time we went after construction, HVAC and insulation myths, the ones that can cost you real money. First up: water-resistant drywall behind bathroom tile. It’s like […]
Smart Home Myths: Smart Thermostats, Home Security Devices, Wi-Fi Routers and Phone Chargers
Smart home myths busted: do smart thermostats save money, do more devices make you safer, is your router slowing your Wi-Fi, and fast phone charging. Hour one of our myth-busting show. We went through the shiny, misleading home tech tips flooding Instagram and Facebook in 2026, because some of that advice can cost you thousands. […]
Johnny Survived an Earthquake, But Can You Survive a Creaky Floor?
Creaking floors got you feeling like you’re stepping on a chorus of squeaks every time you walk through your own home? Yeah, I feel you, and that’s exactly what we’re diving into today! We tackle a listener’s email about the infamous creaky floor phenomenon that seems to haunt houses younger than some of our favorite […]