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The Homeowners Show

Craig Williams and Kevin Hacketthomeownersshow.podbean.com
Whether you are a veteran DIY ‘er, looking to hire the best home improvement professionals or just about how to better use your home, this is the show for you!
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Episodes

Ryobi's 2021 New Tool Release with Ryan Aduddell

Ryobi has introduced a new line of tools as of May 20, 2021. Craig, Kevin, and Ryan Aduddell from Episode 145 sit down and watch the video and make commentary along the way. We give you our opinions on the new rollout and let you know which ones we think are worth looking into and which are ones we’d pass on. So, grab your device, click the link below and listen to our podcast at the same time to get the full experience! Ryobi New Product Video Buy a Homeowners Show T-Shirt ! Subscribe to our Yo...

Jun 22, 202142 minEp. 146

Home, Fire, Flood and Smart Device Insurance with Ryan Aduddell from Liberty Insurance

This week Craig and Kevin sit down with Ryan Aduddell from Liberty Mutual to discuss all things Home owners insurance, from flood, fire and life to even the nitty gritty on having supplemental insurance for your smart devices. Whatever your question, we cover it in this in depth discussion on insurance with the man himself; Ryan Aduddell! Ryan Aduddell The Aduddell Team at Liberty Mutual (281) 205-9608 ryan.aduddell@libertymutual.com Buy a Homeowners Show T-Shirt ! Subscribe to our YouTube Chann...

Jun 15, 20211 hr 24 minEp. 145

LIVE! A Real Estate Agent and a Mortgage specialist analyze the market

Part II of our live appearance where Craig abandons Kevin to have have a chat with returning guest Christi Finnell from The Woodlands Finest Realty Group and Joel Suurmeyer from TDECU Mortgage. Christi Finnell The Woodlands Finest Realty Group Joel Suurmeyer TDECU Mortgage...

Jun 08, 202118 minEp. 144

LIVE! Home Inspections and Biohazard Cleanup with Rikki Neel & Jim Greene

We join a live gathering of Real Estate Professionals to get the latest from our friend Rikki Neel from Pink Flamingo Inspections and Jim Greene from Greene Air Tech and Houston Clean Response a Biohazard and crime scene cleaning service. Houston Clean Response 713-303-9393 Greene Air Tech 346-254-9217 Pink Flamingo Inspections 281-217-2200 Buy a Homeowners Show T-Shirt ! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel The Homeowners Show Website The Homeowners Show Facebook Page Instagram @homeownersshow Twit...

Jun 01, 202126 minEp. 143

Garage Floor Coatings with Garage Kings

In this episode Craig and Kevin interview David Todd and Loren Lyon with Garage Kings. Garage floor coatings are a new trend among homeowners because of the amazing durability, ease of cleaning, and overall appearance and functionality they provide. There are many products on the market including DIY kits from big box stores, epoxy, and others. David and Loren specifically believe that the best product on the market is a polyasporatic coating that is extremely durable and creates a stronger bond...

May 25, 20211 hr 14 minEp. 142

How to Buy Appliances with Megan Anderson

In this episode, Craig and Kevin interview Megan Anderson with Renova Appliance Center. Renova specializes In kitchen and laundry appliances. So what makes them different? Well, for starters they are a locally owned, family business. Because of that alone, they take customer service seriously and do a fantastic job of selling only the best appliances to their customers. Some people are looking for an outlet or scratch and dent, but if you want brand new, where do you typically go? Right, the big...

May 18, 20211 hr 35 minEp. 141

Title Insurance with Mike Ham

In this episode, Craig and Kevin interview Mike Ham, the coolest guy in title insurance. Mike is a podcaster, marketer, and provides title insurance. What exactly is title insurance though? Trust us, we had no clue. And yet, if you have ever bought a house, it’s a sure bet that you’ve purchased title insurance before. But what is it, and why do you need it? Is it really necessary? Mike goes through all of the details about title insurance and gives some very practical reasons that you might need...

May 11, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 140

Real Estate Photography with Michael Stolte

In this episode, Craig and Kevin interview Michael Stolte. Mike is an architectural and real estate photographer. When you are buying or selling a home, you realize that getting really good pictures is important. If you’re a seller, you want to put your best foot forward to sell your home. If you’re a buyer, you want to get some good pictures in order to evaluate whether or not you want to view the property in person. We talk about all of that, plus 360 degree photos, virtual tours, video, and m...

May 04, 20211 hr 39 minEp. 139

What we wish we knew when we bought our first house. With special guest Eric Thornton

In this episode Craig and Kevin spend some time talking with Eric Thornton who has bought and sold many properties. In doing so, he has made many updates to the properties and has sold them for much more than he purchased them for, thus increasing his equity with each sale. More than that, most of these properties were on land, which makes them particularly interesting as there are quite a few things a homeowner needs to consider when having a home on land. We get into a lot of different topics ...

Apr 27, 20211 hr 13 minEp. 138

Growing a Vegetable Garden with Jill McSheehy

In this episode, Craig and Kevin are delighted to talk with Jill McSheehy, author of Vegetable Gardening for Beginners. If you’ve ever considered having a garden, this is the episode for you! Jill gives us some great insight into growing a fabulous garden - and here’s the thing, you don’t have to be expert level to make this happen. We talk about different tips to get you started and on your way to eating fruits and vegetables straight out of your garden all year long. Vegetable Gardening for Be...

Apr 20, 20211 hr 7 minEp. 137

What is a Mortgage Broker

In this episode, Craig and Kevin interview Patrick Morales with Next Mortgage. Patrick is a mortgage broker and has the ability to show around to get you the absolute best rate for your mortgage. However, it may be a bit more complicated than that. There are so many ways to make a deal work when it comes to getting the money you need for your mortgage. Patrick walks us through what some of those options are and gives us a glimpse into what you can expect when you begin this process. Patrick Mora...

Apr 13, 20211 hr 3 minEp. 136

Get Ready for Spring

In this episode Craig and Kevin give you their checklist of things that needs to be done as we enter into springtime. Inevitably, there are things that you will use during the spring and summer that have not been used in months! For the longevity of those things, it’s important to ensure you are properly maintaining them. Other things just need to be checked out so that you can avoid them breaking or needing repair when you’re ready to use them. So, it’s better to be on top of things and use our...

Apr 06, 202148 minEp. 135

Top 3 Home Purchases to Spend Stimulus On

In this episode, Craig and Kevin play a game where we break down the top 3 things you should spend that stimulus check on in order increase the value of your home. The rules are simple, but the game is to spend the 5K that we’re allowed for this game to increase the lovability of your home. This is like free money and while you could spend it on just about anything, we think you should spend it in a way that makes you money in the form of equity in your home. After listening, send us an email or...

Mar 30, 202153 minEp. 134

Caroline Blazovsky - America’s Healthy Home Expert

In this episode, Craig and Kevin talk with Caroline Blazovsky, America’s Healthy Home Expert. Covid has made all of us hyper-aware of the air that we breathe and the germs that we live with on a daily basis. But what if we could minimize the problem, or even eliminate it all together? Caroline has dedicated her life to the research and eradication of viruses, mold, and other pathogens that we live with every day. How is that possible? There are many factors that go into answering that question, ...

Mar 23, 20211 hr 20 minEp. 133

Healthy Meals in 30 Minutes with Celestina Brunetti from Save Time Cooking

In this episode, Craig and Kevin interview Celestina Brunetti who is a chef, dietitian, and helps families create healthier eating habits. We get it. It’s just easier to eat out, or to throw chicken nuggets in the oven, or eat a bowl of cereal. There’s no doubt that the lives most of us live don’t lend itself to eating well. That said, Celestina has some great tips and advice on how you can put amazing meals on the table in 30 minutes or less, and even involve your entire family (yes, even the k...

Mar 16, 20211 hr 21 minEp. 132

Tineco iFloor 3 Mop Review

In this episode Craig and Kevin review the Tineco iFloor 3 mop. First and foremost this is not just a mop. It’s a vacuum as well! That’s right, no more vacuuming or sweeping before mopping. This is a one-stop machine. Get it done in one simple step. It’s cordless and has some amazing features. Even though it carries a hefty price tag, it definitely delivers on the job it’s designed to do - mop! We give you all of the details, as well as tell you why we think it’s a superior product to your curre...

Mar 09, 202151 minEp. 131

Assisted Living During Covid

In this episode Craig and Kevin interview Shawn Medlin, owner of Seasons Assisted Living and Memory Care. Shawn was first on the show back on episode 39 where he talked with us about a new way to experience assisted living that is completely reimagined and changes the experience for everyone. Enter 2020 and COVID. All things changed in dramatic fashion with regard to assisted living and the rules and regulations surrounding it. While it’s been challenging, Shawn goes into detail about how they h...

Mar 02, 20211 hr 28 minEp. 130

Snowmageddon 2021

The week of February 14, 2021 will be a week that will live in infamy in Texas history. With power outages, water outages, burst pipes, sub-zero temperatures, a 133 car pile-up on I-20 in Fort Worth, and oh yeah, a LOT of snow - this week will not soon be forgotten. In this episode we break down some of the things we have seen, heard, and are happening in the midst of this tragic storm. We now know the storm even has a name - Uri. Uri came in and destroyed a lot of homes and it was devastating. ...

Feb 23, 202145 minEp. 129

Disinfecting Your Home with Living Safe At Home

In this episode, Craig and Kevin interview Matt and Chase with Living Safe at Home. There is a difference between cleaning your home and disinfecting your home. Matt and Chase take the time to discuss with us the difference and why their services drastically change the cleanliness of your home by not just cleaning it, but actually disinfecting it. Whether you are buying a new home, need it disinfected because of a sick family member, or just want to know that your home is a safe place, you need ...

Feb 16, 20211 hr 22 minEp. 128

How An Architect and A Builder Design Together

In this episode, Craig and Kevin talk with David Applebaum, an architect from California, and Kristy Dupuy of Expressive Builders. David and Kristy have teamed up on a unique build of a home that is in a floodplain and has some very specific requirements. When an architect and a builder design together, the whole project comes together in a really special way. They discuss the scope of the project and tell some really great stories along the way. Having an architect and a builder who are on the ...

Feb 09, 20211 hr 32 minEp. 127

The Nova P50 Flashlight Review

In this episode Craig and Kevin review The Nova P50 Flashlight. Flashlights are a very useful tool to keep around your home, especially in the case of a power outage. But this flashlight pushes the laws of what a flashlight should be able to do! Along with a solar panel to charge itself, there are a numbers of features that this thing packs that will surprise and delight you! There’s even one feature that might just blow your mind. That said, you’ll have to listen to the review to get all of the...

Feb 02, 202144 minEp. 126

Gutter Talk with Conner Mack

In this episode Craig and Kevin interview Conner Mack, owner of Your Friendly Neighborhood Roofer. Along with roofs, Conner does a lot of gutter jobs. When it comes to your home, gutters are one of those things that are probably more essential than you may think. Conner takes the time to explain everything you need to know about gutters including which ones are better than others, why they’re so important, are covers really necessary, and so much more. Your Friendly Neighborhood Roofer Facebook ...

Jan 26, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 125

New Ryobi Backpack Sprayer Review

In this episode Craig and Kevin review the new 2021 version of the Ryobi Backpack Chemical Sprayer. While this is a new product, it’s really just an updated version. There was a previous version that we reviewed in episode 105. As you’d expect, there are definitely some improvements made to the sprayer, but there are also some things that we wish they would’ve left alone. This episode will give you our full review and thoughts this newer version. Ryobi Backpack Chemical Sprayer Buy a Homeowners ...

Jan 20, 202146 minEp. 124

Wisdom from 2020

In this episode we have compiled some of the wisdom imparted by our guests in our Final Four question, “What’s one of the best pieces of wisdom or advice you’ve ever received?” As we look forward to 2021, and reflect on 2020, it’s amazing what nuggets we can garner from those around us. We are continually inspired by our guests and hope that this episode will inspire you as well. Buy a Homeowners Show T-Shirt ! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel The Homeowners Show Website The Homeowners Show Face...

Jan 12, 202129 minEp. 123

New Year - 2021 Bring It On

In this episode Craig and Kevin discuss all of the things that The Homeowners Show has planned for 2021. From more great reviews to bringing in experts to talk about home ownership, we are continuing to find valuable content to push to you each and every Tuesday. We want to say thank you for hanging with us and we hope that 2021 is a great year for all! Buy a Homeowners Show T-Shirt ! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel The Homeowners Show Website The Homeowners Show Facebook Page Instagram @homeow...

Jan 05, 202126 minEp. 122

Merry Christmas! Kevin & Craig read the Christmas Story

We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and are looking forward to a great 2021. We have a lot of great content planned for you in 2021 but until then we hope you enjoy our reading from Luke 1 and 2 and find meaning and hope in the holiday season. Merry Christmas everyone!

Dec 29, 20207 minEp. 121

Doula Services with Kristina Tamez

In this episode Craig and Kevin interview Kristina Tamez, owner of Motherly Transitions. Kristina is a doula and offers a variety of services to pregnant women. Be assured that if you’re like us, you’ll learn a lot in this episode as we dive deep into what a doula is and isn’t, as well as many different services that are offered. Kristina is focuses on education and loves to educate her clients on everything related to getting pregnant, to the pregnancy process, and even into post pregnancy. Her...

Dec 22, 20201 hr 47 minEp. 120

That Time We Talked About Ryobi’s New Tools

In this episode Craig and Kevin talk about the new tools that Ryobi announced they are adding to their line in 2021. With all new brushless technology, these tools are impressive additions to an already incredibly vast lineup. They have a new 18V and 40V line of tools that we discuss in detail on this episode. Ryobi Tools Website - new 18V line Ryobi Tools Website - new 40V line Buy a Homeowners Show T-Shirt ! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel The Homeowners Show Website The Homeowners Show Faceb...

Dec 15, 202055 minEp. 119

That Time We Talked About Christmas Lights

In this episode, Craig and Kevin talk about lighting up your house with Christmas lights. When it comes to Christmas lights, there are so many options, and so many different ways to get the job done. Should you put the lights on your house yourself, or hire a professional? What precautions should you consider when you do the job yourself? And what about those light shows that have become so popular? Adorning your home with holiday cheer is a beautiful thing to do. Doing it responsibly and consid...

Dec 08, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 118

That Time We Talked About Craig’s St. John Trip

In this episode Craig gives us a full trip report on his recent trip to St. John. One of the US Virgin Islands, St John is a beautiful destination place that is both unique and exquisite at the same time. Craig talks about his experiences there, and even gets into some of the interesting aspects of the homes on the island. Whether you’ve always wanted to visit St. John or would just like to learn more about it, we hope you enjoy this episode Coral Bayside Air BNB Buy a Homeowners Show T-Shirt ! ...

Dec 01, 202055 minEp. 117
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