Around the House with Eric G® is the home improvement podcast that helps homeowners, first-time buyers, and DIYers renovate, repair, and upgrade their homes with confidence — without the costly mistakes. Ranked the #1 Home Improvement Podcast of 2026 by FeedSpot, this nationally syndicated radio show and podcast is hosted by Certified Kitchen Designer Eric Goranson, CKD ("Eric G"), who brings more than 35 years of experience in kitchen design, remodeling, and construction to every episode.
Whether you're planning a kitchen remodel, tackling your first bathroom renovation, budgeting a whole-home project, or just trying to figure out what that weird noise in your wall is, Eric G and co-host John Dudley — a former contractor — break it down from two perspectives: the designer's eye and the builder's know-how.
Every episode delivers practical, actionable advice on:
Home renovation and remodeling (kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and beyond)
DIY projects and home repair for every skill level
Hiring contractors, avoiding scams, and understanding bids
Smart home technology and energy-efficient upgrades
Sustainable and healthy building materials
Design trends, product reviews, and what's actually worth your money
You'll also hear exclusive interviews with celebrity guests, industry leaders, and top building pros — plus honest, entertaining conversations that make home improvement feel less overwhelming and a lot more fun.
About the Host: Eric Goranson, CKD, is a nationally recognized home improvement expert and keynote speaker, named a Top 50 Innovator by Kitchen and Bath Design News. A former member of the Baldwin Hardware Design Council with brand experience including KraftMaid Cabinetry — and a creative streak from his days as a Seattle rock band bassist — Eric makes expert advice engaging and relatable.
If you own a home, want to own a home, or work on homes for a living, this is your show. Follow Around the House with Eric G® on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, and start upgrading your home like a pro.
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Fire Prevention Week had us nerding out on the tiny stuff that can save big lives — I sat down with Stephanie and Jason from Kidda and we chased down the recent UL upgrades, low-level CO alerts and why smart alarms actually deserve a coat of respect. We talked about how CO detection used to be a blunt instrument (boom – 70 ppm and you’re toast), and how the new low-level devices now flag you at about 35 ppm — a meaningful change for kids, seniors, pets and anyone with health issues. I walked through how those particles in the air get measured, why the industry finally closed that gap, and why upgrading your CO/smoke setup isn’t just tech-flexing, it’s keeping people alive and breathing easier. Beyond the safety specs, we got practical: where to place detectors, why low-level alerts matter for vulnerable household members, and how smarter alarms integrate into modern homes. I even dropped the kind of banter you’d expect after dodging rogue ladders — real talk, this isn’t just checkbox home maintenance, it’s peace of mind. Oh, and while you’re thinking about upgrades, I asked you to subscribe and leave us a review (because yes, we like internet pats on the back). Catch the tips, the tech, and the tiny particles that could make a huge difference.
Takeaways:
We dug into Fire Prevention Week with Kidde, learning updated smoke and CO alarm standards that react faster to lower parts-per-million.
We unpacked how new low-level CO alerts notify you at about thirty-five parts per million, crucial for kids, seniors and pets in the house.
We nerded out on particle measurement: alarms now read CO particles more precisely, closing a safety gap regulators identified this summer.
We sat down with Joe from WalkYouk Plans, hearing the ridiculous remote-build saga where a foundation mismatch nearly wrecked a twenty-six-person lodge.
We emphasized that visualizing your remodel matters — clear plans and better tools stop expensive surprises when you're building from afar.
We asked you to subscribe, leave reviews, follow our YouTube channels and keep us on the air — you're the real MVPs keeping our WiFi strong.
We promised more Saturday laughs, actionable tips, and possibly questionable DIY choices, because home improvement should be educationally useful and mildly entertaining.
We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about the show head to https://aroundthehouseonline.com/
Information given on the Around the House Show should not be considered construction or design advice for your specific project, nor is it intended to replace consulting at your home or jobsite by a building professional. The views and opinions expressed by those interviewed on the podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Around the House Show.
The Punch List: Prime Big Deal Days, Product Recalls & Builder Buyouts
Saison 38 · Épisode 2292
mardi 6 octobre 2026 • Durée 11:58
This week on The Punch List, I break down my favorite Amazon Prime Big Deal Days picks for your home, from Roborock robot vacuums and Lutron Caséta dimmers to BORA sawhorses and a Chamberlain myQ video keypad. We also cover a big batch of product recalls and what Berkshire Hathaway's $8.5 billion Taylor Morrison deal means for housing. Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are happening right now — I’m talking hot steals like Roborock robot vacuums, Lutron Caséta dimmers, a bargain Rove dash cam and even Chamberlain MyQ garage video keypads, but heads up: these Prime-only prices end Wednesday at midnight PT, so move fast if you want the good stuff. We walk through the best picks I’m eyeballing (yes, I own a Roborock and yes, it’s glorious), call out the sleeper bargains like steel Bora sawhorses and wire for DIY projects, and remind you that some of these sale prices only pop up once or twice a year. On the safety front we got a nasty batch of recalls — everything from 4.4 million Walmart grill brushes (do not eat metal shavings, just don’t) to rechargeable hand warmers that can catch fire, sketchy lamps, and cargo e-bike seat-post bolts that can break — so we tell you what to toss, return or quarantine immediately. Big-picture housing news: Berkshire Hathaway just paid $8.5 billion for Taylor Morrison and merged it with Clayton, joining other deep-pocketed buyers scooping up builders, which might be a sign we’re nearing a market bottom but won’t magically fix affordability overnight. I mix a little reality check about interest rates and inventory with a reminder that fewer new builds and smarter owner incentives could help kick the market back into gear. Stick around for our game plan: quick shopping tips for Deal Days, what to do if you own one of the recalled items, and why these builder buyouts matter to anyone eyeing a house in the next year.
Takeaways:
We rushed this early midweek Punch List because Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are live — snag Roborock vacuums, Lutron Caseta dimmers, dash cams, and heavy-duty Bora sawhorses at sharp, time-limited prices if you act before midnight Pacific.
I called out the Rove R2 dash cam marketing — it upscales to “4K” so don’t expect true cinema-grade footage, but it’s still a solid budget option for front-and-rear coverage.
We went through a heavy batch of safety recalls — electric cargo bikes, multiple brands of rechargeable hand warmers, floor lamps, grill brushes, and camping immersion heaters all pose real fire, burn, or ingestion hazards, so stop using recalled items and get refunds or replacements.
Fall Home Trends & Cozy Upgrades with Wendy Glaister
Saison 38 · Épisode 2287
jeudi 24 septembre 2026 • Durée 39:21
Fall Home Trends & Cozy Upgrades with Wendy Glaister | Lighting, Color, Smart Home & Holiday Prep Host Eric G welcomes interior designer Wendy Glaister (Wendy Glaister Interiors) to discuss fall home trends and practical ways to make spaces feel warmer and more uplifting as daylight fades. They talk about the shift away from years of “greige” toward richer colors, plaids, florals, and Ralph Lauren–inspired looks, plus timeless details like Greek key patterns. They share ideas for layered, warmer lighting, using timers and simple smart-home setups for lamps, fireplaces, blinds, and thermostats. They also cover decorating do’s and don’ts (too many gnomes, harsh scents, bright pumpkin orange, oversized skeletons, and quote decor), seasonal table setting with fine china and vintage pieces, decluttering and pantry prep, regional considerations like wasps and spiders with wreaths, emergency power planning, and why major remodels should avoid the holiday season due to shutdowns, shipping delays, and scheduling realities.
We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about the show head to https://aroundthehouseonline.com/
Information given on the Around the House Show should not be considered construction or design advice for your specific project, nor is it intended to replace consulting at your home or jobsite by a building professional. The views and opinions expressed by those interviewed on the podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Around the House Show.
Redefining Home: Embracing Space and Style for Empty Nesters
Saison 38 · Épisode 2286
jeudi 24 septembre 2026 • Durée 40:01
Empty Nesters Are Upsizing: Designing Forever Homes with Style and Aging-in-Place Features On the Around the House Show, host Eric G talks with interior designer Wendy Glaister about shifting empty-nester trends, with more clients rejecting traditional downsizing and instead upsizing or redesigning homes to support an active “next chapter.” They discuss how pandemic-era priorities, agency, and quality of life are driving decisions, along with incorporating subtle aging-in-place features that look high-end—zero-threshold showers, bidet-ready outlets, better lighting, heated floors, safer induction cooktops, and sound-insulated offices/bathrooms. Wendy shares examples including a Wall Street Journal–featured ranch remodel built for long-term accessibility and a dentist couple who chose a new property better suited for entertaining and family gatherings. They also highlight the value of bringing trusted professionals on house hunts to avoid unrealistic renovation cost expectations and to align layouts with real lifestyle needs, such as separate offices and hobby spaces.
We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about the show head to https://aroundthehouseonline.com/
Information given on the Around the House Show should not be considered construction or design advice for your specific project, nor is it intended to replace consulting at your home or jobsite by a building professional. The views and opinions expressed by those interviewed on the podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Around the House Show.
Mold Is the New Asbestos: Why I Think Big Builders Are in Hot Water (and Humidity)
Saison 38 · Épisode 2284
mercredi 23 septembre 2026 • Durée 14:17
Mold is quietly turning into the new lead paint/asbestos scandal and I’m here waving a giant, slightly gross flag about it. I walk through why big volume builders like D.R. Horton and Lennar are getting slammed with lawsuits — bad HVAC sizing, poor framing, and homes built so tight they sweat themselves into unlivable molds. I riff on the Dixon case in Louisiana (buyers from 2014 pushing back, state court standing and a potential class action stretching back to 2007) and the Seminole Tribe litigation in Florida where 450 homes and a thousand tribal members are dealing with defective roofs and moldy walls — damage estimates topping the hundreds of millions. The numbers get my attention: Horton’s $1.1 billion self-insurance reserve and Lennar’s 21% bump to $336.9 million tell you insurers and builders are already feeling the pain; jury verdicts north of $10M rose 52% between 2023 and 2024. I don’t buy “just maintenance” as an excuse — undersized HVAC, poorly ventilated attics, and wet lumber are failures in basic building science, not bad luck. I also talk about the human cost — property values tanking (one Texas house plunging from $318,700 to $117,000 when mold was disclosed) — and why legal, insurance, and construction practice pressures are converging into what could be a long, expensive reckoning for national builders.
Takeaways:
We warned mold is becoming the new lead paint — builders are ignoring humidity, and that's a systemic failure.
I walked a Lennar job with wavy walls and undersized HVAC systems, proving sloppy framing and poor load calculations aren't isolated oopsies.
We talked legal fireworks: the Dixon vs. D.R. Horton fight stayed in Louisiana courts and may expand into a class action reaching back years.
I pointed out insurers and builders are quietly padding self-insurance reserves into the hundreds of millions, because construction litigation costs are rising fast.
If you're buying new, we insist the punch list is 100% done before closing; seriously, pay for pre-drywall inspections and someone to manage the build, don't take their BS.
Mold testing is a circus — spore counts and remediation estimates can vary wildly, resale values can plummet, so get proper air quality tests from pros like Caroline Blazowski before you panic or sign away rights.
Master Bathroom Remodel Mistakes That Cost You Thousands
Saison 38 · Épisode 2283
jeudi 17 septembre 2026 • Durée 39:45
Planning a master bathroom remodel in 2026? Eric G walks through his top 10 tips so you don’t blow the budget, hire the wrong crew, or build a shower that fails in five years.
From checking neighborhood comps on Zillow before you design, to wiring for heated floors and a bidet seat you’ll want later, this episode is packed with hard-won advice from decades in the field. Eric covers why you hire a designer at the drawing stage (not after demo), how to plan for aging in place while the walls are open, and why Rockwool insulation is one of the cheapest upgrades that makes a master bath feel quieter and more solid.
He also digs into the stuff that usually goes sideways: treating the shower waterproofing as one system (Wedi, Ardex, Schluter — pick a brand and stick with it), finding a CTI certified tile installer through the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation, double-vanity wall math that actually works, and sizing ventilation so mold never shows up in a $50,000 room.
In this episode:
Match your remodel to comps so you don’t over- or under-build
Hire the designer early — pay once, or pay the contractor twice
Aging-in-place blocking, curbless showers, and lighting that still looks sharp
Rockwool for sound and a quieter bedroom
Wire for 2030: towel warmers, heated floors, bidet outlet, Cat6
Realistic 4–8 week timelines, inspections, and a real contingency plan
One waterproof system end-to-end — no mix-and-match parts
Why a CTI certified tile installer matters (and how to find one)
If you want to join the Around the House Insider for access to the back catalog, Exclusive Content and a direct email to Eric G and access to the show early
AI in Construction and Remodeling: Instant Bids, Kitchen Scans, and What’s Hype
Saison 38 · Épisode 2282
jeudi 17 septembre 2026 • Durée 39:46
AI in construction and remodeling is moving fast — and a lot of the hype doesn’t hold up on a real jobsite. On this episode of Around the House, certified kitchen designer Eric G and co-host John Dudley cut through the noise on AI-powered design, estimating, and bidding, and what actually helps homeowners, contractors, and remodelers today.
They dig into the buzz around 3D-printed concrete houses — aesthetics, insulation, durability — and why practical building systems still win for most projects. Then they get into AI kitchen design and phone-based scanning that can turn a room into visuals, material lists, and bid numbers in minutes instead of weeks. John walks through InstaBid, a contractor bidding tool that automates estimates, subcontractor notifications, change orders, and follow-ups so accuracy and accountability don’t fall through the cracks. They also cover affordable thermal imaging for diagnosing home issues, and why today’s AI panic sounds a lot like old scares such as Y2K.
If you care about AI in construction, remodeling tech, faster kitchen estimates, or smarter contractor bidding, this one’s for you.
00:00 Show Intro 00:38 John Back in Studio 01:15 3D Printed House Hype 03:34 AI Decorators and Design 04:40 AI Panic and Marketing 07:08 Instant Kitchen Scans 09:03 Old School Bidding Pain 11:52 InstaBid Explained 14:04 Homeowner Bid Struggles 16:02 Accuracy and Accountability 19:20 Competitors and Trust Issues 22:12 Construction Nuance Costs 23:01 InstaBid Data Advantage 23:17 Economy Remodeling Pressures 25:59 Regional Rates Multipliers 26:37 Sign Up Trial Pitch 27:40 Helping Contractors Win 29:06 Back From Break Tech 29:19 Thermal Camera Use Cases 30:56 AI Accountability Benefits 34:21 Pilot Program Offer 37:09 Rock The Locks Plug 39:35 Final Sign Off
I renamed our midweek show The Punch List — here’s why the housing market isn’t 2008 (but sellers, brace yourselves)
Saison 38 · Épisode 2280
mercredi 16 septembre 2026 • Durée 12:32
Alright, here's the midweek chaos I called the Punch List — I'm Eric G., your loudspeaker for home stuff and occasional festival hype. I kick things off by bragging about being the MC for Rock the Locks in Umatilla (Sept 25–27) — three days, 25 bands, camping, and a ridiculous amount of classic rock goodness. If you’re wondering why a home-improvement nerd is moonlighting as a concert MC, it’s because we appreciate good build quality whether it’s a guitar rig or a soffit detail. I promise I’ll be handing out high-fives and remodeling tips between bands. Come say hi; I’ll trade a festival story for your best paint-splatter war scar. Then we roll into the real-deal housing talk — the market's shifted. Inventory is up (1.62 million existing homes), sales have cooled, and mortgage rates are doing their dramatic weekly impression (30-year hovering near the high 6s). Translation: it’s more of a buyer’s playground than a seller’s gold rush right now, but lending is stingy. We talk the nitty-gritty for buyers (opportunities if you can stomach the rates), sellers (you’ll need strategy), and investors (get creative with financing and beware fixes-and-flips — margins are thinner than a quarter-inch shim). I also hit a recall roundup — sketchy AC units, problematic hair-dryer brushes, dodgy fire spray cans, and dual-fuel ranges missing a safety cap — because living in a safe home is the hot trend I can absolutely get behind.
Takeaways:
I'm stoked — I'm MCing Rock the Locks festival Sept 25–27, a camping-friendly, three-day bash with 25 bands that I absolutely can’t wait to hang at.
We’re watching inventory climb to the highest levels since November 2019, which is quietly flipping leverage to buyers and making life harder for sellers who expected last-decade dynamics.
I keep saying borrowing costs are the wild card here: the 30-year average jumped to about 6.76%, and that squeeze on affordability is changing buyer behavior fast.
If you’re a real estate investor, get creative with financing now — fix-and-flip margins are getting crushed by recent price cuts and interest volatility, so play smart or sit this cycle out.
I can’t ignore the cold numbers: roughly 59.5% of homes sold below their original list price with a median fifty days on market, which is a pretty blunt signal sellers need to adjust strategies.
Stop recording crimes — we want people to show up: the simple missing link in home security
Saison 38 · Épisode 2279
jeudi 10 septembre 2026 • Durée 42:00
I got real about security with Brandon Smith from Aura — no fluff, just the gap homeowners keep tripping over. I tell the story about pulling up to my driveway and finding my garage gutted (sunny weekday, tools gone), calling 911 and waiting...and waiting. Brandon and I dug into why cameras and recorded footage aren’t the finish line: in a lot of cities the police won’t prioritize property-only calls or need more verification before they roll. Aura’s neat move is bringing a human deterrent back into the loop — on-demand guard vehicles that roll up, flash some lights, and make the bad actors think twice. It’s not fantasy law enforcement; it’s practical deterrence and documented response so you’ve actually got something to hand to your insurer or the PD if things escalate. We talked logistics — how Aura built an Uber-like dispatch network across guarding companies, why aggregation matters (don’t rely on a single provider), and how integrations with monitoring centers let the tech do the heavy lifting: machine-to-machine dispatch, turn-by-turn directions, gate codes, PPE notes, and full reporting. Brandon shares that average national response sits around 18 minutes and that verified dispatch can even get law enforcement moving when officers see an officer in distress on their end. I loved his honesty: we’re not promising vigilantes, we’re promising a documented, professional deterrent that fills the response gap when the public system can’t. If you’re the kind of homeowner who thinks cameras equal safety, listen up: we’re not saying cameras are useless, just incomplete. With Aura layered on top you get a living response, not just a cold file of footage. It’s earthy, pragmatic security — and yeah, it would have been nice back when my garage looked like a tornado hit a tool store.
Takeaways:
I realized cameras are great for evidence, but by themselves they usually won't get police to show up fast.
We learned the one thing homeowners are missing: an on-demand verified guard response layer that actually bridges alerts and arrival.
I can't stop saying it — Aura aggregates lots of local guarding companies like Uber for security, so someone nearby actually responds instead of one flaky provider.
We joked that ghosted security vehicles that 'look like cops' are brilliant deterrence; sometimes flashing lights and presence are all you need to scare folks off.
The Science of Building: Insights from Emily Mottram
Saison 38 · Épisode 2278
jeudi 10 septembre 2026 • Durée 53:43
Eric here — I sat down with Emily Mottram and we basically went full nerd on how houses actually work (spoiler: physics wins). We nerded out on the four control layers — air, water, vapor and thermal — and why missing one of those is like forgetting the eggs in your cheesecake: the whole thing collapses. Emily walked us through real-life horror and hero stories (a gorgeous remodel that still fell to wildfire, and a Habitat-for-Humanity build that outperformed a multimillion-dollar mansion). We chatted flashing — yes, International Flashing Day is a thing now — and how sloppy tape-ups, flapping housewrap, or a single mis-sequenced step turns a future home into a moldy mess. I ranted a little about seeing $3M homes with no seam tape while the low‑budget builds were actually smarter — because people who care often out-teach money. Between the laughs and soapboxes we unpacked sequencing: who’s in charge on site, why a dedicated air‑sealing person is worth gold, and how retrofit projects demand surgical precision. Emily used great analogies (cheesecake, please) to make clear that code is a recipe, not a magic spell — read both books on the shelf or risk creating a leaky Frankenstein. We also dug into climate realities: wildfire resilience, snow vs. rain strategies, and why passive-house ideas sometimes survive disasters when typical construction fails. It’s practical, slightly indignant, and full of takeaways you can actually use when you’re staring at a wrapping-paper wall on a job site.
Takeaways:
I keep yelling about control layers — air, water, vapor and thermal — because if you mess up the recipe, the building will tell you (and probably leak).
We were honestly floored driving by new million‑dollar homes missing flashing and seam tape; I joked that Habitat projects sometimes outbuild the big names, and I meant it.
I reminded listeners that new exterior insulation and fancy materials are not one‑for‑one swaps — you must rethink attachments, window placement, transitions, and how the WRB works.
We champion sequencing and a single PM who cares: yes, you might save money now by cutting that role, but I promise you’ll pay in moisture, callbacks, or worse.
I worry about putting flammable refrigerants all over the house — we prefer factory‑packaged hydronic or water‑based systems where possible, so leaks stay theoretical, not catastrophic.
I unpacked the Berkshire Hathaway buy of Taylor Morrison and their bigger stakes in other builders — investors (including Japanese firms) are scooping up discounted homebuilders, which could be a sign we’re approaching a housing-market bottom, but it’s no guarantee.
We flagged the broader housing reality: too many homes on the market versus buyers and stubbornly high interest rates mean demand needs to tighten and builders must slow construction before prices and activity normalize.
Pro tip from me — if you’re doing projects, Amazon’s Deal Days are a great time to buy wire, tools, power units, and smart-home gear, but always double-check specs, prime-only restrictions, and return policies before the impulse buy.
We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about the show head to https://aroundthehouseonline.com/
Information given on the Around the House Show should not be considered construction or design advice for your specific project, nor is it intended to replace consulting at your home or jobsite by a building professional. The views and opinions expressed by those interviewed on the podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Around the House Show.
We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about the show head to https://aroundthehouseonline.com/
Information given on the Around the House Show should not be considered construction or design advice for your specific project, nor is it intended to replace consulting at your home or jobsite by a building professional. The views and opinions expressed by those interviewed on the podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Around the House Show.
We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about the show head to https://aroundthehouseonline.com/
Information given on the Around the House Show should not be considered construction or design advice for your specific project, nor is it intended to replace consulting at your home or jobsite by a building professional. The views and opinions expressed by those interviewed on the podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Around the House Show.
Information given on the Around the House Show should not be considered construction or design advice for your specific project, nor is it intended to replace consulting at your home or jobsite by a building professional. The views and opinions expressed by those interviewed on the podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Around the House Show.
We went deep on safety recalls — from Amana through-wall ACs that risk fire to plug-in hair-dryer brushes risking electrocution and dual-fuel ranges missing gas caps; do me a favor and check cpsc.gov if you own any of these.
We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about the show head to https://aroundthehouseonline.com/
Information given on the Around the House Show should not be considered construction or design advice for your specific project, nor is it intended to replace consulting at your home or jobsite by a building professional. The views and opinions expressed by those interviewed on the podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Around the House Show.
I found out monitoring centers handle most alarms first, sit on hold, and because around 98% are false positives cities deprioritize them — that's a systemic issue homeowners should know about.
We talked about useful extras: scheduled drive-bys, officers grabbing packages, and custom instructions/gate codes — little conveniences that make security feel human and actually usable.
I got nerdy about tech: AI verification helps cut down alerts, but video alone still gets triaged; future tools might include drones or more creative deterrents.
We finished with a simple call to action: figure out who monitors your alarm, ask your installer about verified dispatch, and demand real response — not just recordings.
We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about the show head to https://aroundthehouseonline.com/
Information given on the Around the House Show should not be considered construction or design advice for your specific project, nor is it intended to replace consulting at your home or jobsite by a building professional. The views and opinions expressed by those interviewed on the podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Around the House Show.
We pushed a practical philosophy with the Pretty Good House idea — do the important stuff well, avoid diminishing returns, and don’t fetishize extreme efficiency at all costs.
I kept nudging homeowners to do the small maintenance things — sweep porches, clear leaves, change ERV filters — and even suggested a QR code in mechanical rooms for easy upkeep reminders.
We warned builders: product shortages and unfamiliar systems are coming with exterior insulation mandates, so plan orders early, train crews properly, and don’t assume old details will work unchanged.
