39 episodes on lawns, irrigation, pools, grills, outdoor kitchens, Christmas lights, and the battery yard tools that finally replaced the gas ones.
Everything outside the walls lands here, and in Texas that is most of the year. The yard, the pool, the patio, and the two weeks in December when otherwise sensible people climb a ladder with a staple gun.
Lawns get the professionals. Mike Faust of Faust Landscaping came on twice, once on keeping St. Augustine alive through a heat wave with the right watering schedule and nozzles, and once on what a lawn service should actually include and how the work gets priced. Linda and Michael from the Montgomery County AgriLife Extension brought the Master Gardener answer to soil testing, pH and brown patch fungus. Jill McSheehy, who wrote Vegetable Gardening for Beginners, makes the case for starting smaller than you think and not trusting bagged soil.
Water is its own thread. Caleb Shannon of J Bradley Pools on construction cost, saltwater against chlorine, and in floor cleaning systems. Jason Hernandez of Endless Summer Pools on filters, chemicals, and bringing a green pool back. The PoolLab 2.0 tester reviewed alongside ChatGPT for the chemistry. And the episode where Craig rigged a propane tankless heater into his pump loop because he was done swimming in cold water.
Then the fun half. The Blackstone 36 inch griddle, the Gozney Arc Lite at 950 degrees, the Pit Boss Competition pellet smoker, and a full grill comparison from the Big Green Egg to a Traeger. Outdoor kitchens with Samir of Greenscape Innovations and a top three list of what one really needs. Marc Holway of Jellyfish Lighting on permanent programmable LED track, which is the answer to the ladder problem above.
Tools too: the Ego pole saw and trimmer, the Ryobi backpack sprayer, the Rachio and B-Hyve irrigation controllers, and the Bag-A-Nut picker for sweet gum balls. Start wherever your yard is.
Episode 345 – The Homeowner Show Hosted by Kevin Hackett and Craig Williams Time is flying… and so is technology. In Episode 350, Kevin and Craig kick things off talking about how fast the year is moving, what an El Niño season means for weather patterns, and even touch on a recent headline-making kidnapping case.
Pool Water Tester Review – PoolLab 2.0 In this episode Kevin reviews a new pool water tester, the PoolLab 2.0. If you’re looking for a home pool water tester, we encourage you to listen to this episode.
In this episode of The Homeowners Show, we’re getting our hands dirty—in the best way possible. First, we break down California’s latest Defensible Space initiative and what it means for homeowners looking to protect their property from wildfires.
Show Notes for Episode 315 of The Homeowner Show Episode Title: March Madness and Homeowner Tips Hosts: Kevin Hackett & Craig Williams Episode Summary: In this lively episode, Kevin and Craig dive into the excitement of March Madness, sharing their favorite teams and predictions as the tournament progresses. They also welcome special guests Brian and Shea from Jet Clean Pressure Washing, discussing the ins and outs of pressure washing and soft washing for homeowners.
Do You Bag-A Nut? Sweet Gum Ball Picker Review In this episode Craig and Kevin review the Bag-A-Nut sweet gum ball picker.
- Kevin and Craig kick off the live podcast episode from Magnolia, TX with loud background music and apologize it can't be monetized - Salida joins to discuss renovating an old house into her catering/BBQ restaurant space - Rudy explains the difference between soft washing and pressure washing for his business - Robert talks about residential and commercial electrical work, recommends homeowners buy the largest generator they can afford Additional Topics: - The group watches and cheers on pickleball players in purple uniforms - Salida shares the most popular menu item at her restaurant and the cost of installing large garage doors - Rudy notes mulch causes difficult black spots on homes' windows and siding - Robert explains differences between portable and standby generators Later Guests: - Corey Reeves discusses real estate commissions, laws around commission disclosure - Sienna Nunez talks current storm damage and spike in hail claims - Corey provides tips on navigating interest rates for home buyers - The group discusses financing whole home generators, flood insurance for new constructions Let me know if you would like me to modify or add anything to these shownotes! I aimed to capture the key topics and guests.
Introduction: In this episode, join us as we dive into the exciting world of home improvement at the Cyfair Home and Outdoor Living Show. From innovative products to insightful vendor interactions, we discuss our firsthand experience exploring various offerings for sprucing up your home.
The 2024 Montgomery Home & Garden Show in Conroe, Texas, where we dive into the latest home improvement ideas and outdoor living solutions. Please visit our website for more information: https://www.homeownersshow.com/ Discover innovative remodelling trends, from deck and pergola designs to home spas and lap pools.
In this Episode Kevin and Craig give a full review of Craig’s latest cooking toy; the Pit Boss Competition Series Pellet Smoker. We break down the pluses and minuses of this incredible piece of primitive smoke and technology.
In this episode, Craig and Kevin discuss their top 3 must haves in an outdoor kitchen. It’s fall!
Craig sits down with Mike Faust from Faust Landscaping in Conroe TX to discuss how this incredible heat wave is affecting the grass for homeowners here in Texas and what strategies you can implement to keep your lawn healthy. Get Real Work Labs for your business – click this link for an incredible deal on this system, available ONLY to those who listen to our podcast.
Grill Rescue Review In this episode, Craig and Kevin review the Grill Rescue barbecue grill cleaning brush. Developed by a firefighter, this grill brush is really quite amazing.
Custom Pool Design with Caleb Shannon and J Bradley Pools In this episode, Craig and Kevin interview Caleb Shannon, pool designer for J Bradley Pools. If you’ve ever been interested in putting in a pool, this episode will give you a ton of information.
Blackstone 36-inch Griddle Review In this episode, Craig and Kevin review the Blackstone 36-inch griddle. The model number is 1554.
In this episode Craig and Kevin interview Michael Faust, owner of Faust Landscaping. Hiring a lawn care company is something that many people do.
In this episode Craig and Kevin review the Ego Pole Saw. Kevin recently purchased a new Ego Pole Saw and needed to cut down several branches around his home.
In this episode Craig and Kevin review the B-Hyve Smart WiFiHose Faucet Timer with Hub by Orbit. If you do not have an underground sprinkler system, but need or want the functionality of a watering alternative, you need to look into this product.
It’s taken a while, but Craig finally figured out the solution to his cold pool problem. In this episode, we lay out the details of the project, and give information on how you can heat a pool on a budget.
What would you say if you could have complete control over your exterior lighting around your entire house? In this episode Craig and Kevin interview Marc Holway, sales representative with Jellyfish Lighting.
In this episode Craig and Kevin review the 40V Brushless Trimmer and Blower package from Home Depot. This package comes with both a trimmer and blower, and a 4.0ah battery.
In this episode Craig and Kevin review the Hessaire MC18V Portable Evaporative Cooler, which cools 500 Square Feet. If you’ve ever wondered what a swamp cooler is, or what makes it different than a traditional air conditioner, this episode will clear that up for you.
In this episode Craig and Kevin give you our top three products of 2021. It’s always fun to see what new and innovative products hit the market each year.
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!
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!
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.
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.
In this episode Craig and Kevin review the Ryobi One+ Backpack Sprayer. Spraying around your house is something that many of us do regularly, depending on where we live.
In this episode, Craig and Kevin talk about their separate experiences with electric dog fences. One of them DIY’d the install, and the other had it professionally installed.
In this episode, Craig and Kevin discuss those pesky little insects that invade our world during this time of year - the mosquito. Thankfully, Craig knows a lot about these little creatures and has a lot to offer in response to how we can rid ourselves of mosquitos.
In this episode, Craig and Kevin review the Ego brand of products, and specifically the Ego Trimmer. There was definitely a time when the only way to get real power out of your yard tools was to have gas power.
In this episode, Craig and Kevin interview David Carr, owner of Smart Size Buildings. Many people are in need of a shed, storage building, garage, or some sort of small building for their home.
In this episode Craig and Kevin discuss their top 5 favorite technology items for Christmastime. We realize that these are definitely conveniences and not necessities, but many of us have been using some sort of Christmas tech for years - things like a timer for our lights.
In this episode Kevin and Craig review the Rachio Smart WiFi Sprinkler Controller. If you have an underground sprinkler system at your home, you should strongly consider purchasing a smart controller for your system.
In this episode, Craig and Kevin discuss grills. A grill is a staple for most homes, and it seems that most people are proud of their purchase.
That Time We Talked About Metal Buildings In this episode Craig and Kevin talk with Mark Jones from Mueller, Inc. Mueller specializes in metal buildings and metal roofs.
That Time We Talked to the Master Gardeners In this episode Craig and Kevin talk with Linda and Michael from Montgomery County Texas Agrilife Extension Service. We were live on site and got a tour of their amazing facility.
In this episode Craig and Kevin talk with Julie from Winding Creek Apiary Bee Supply. Do you own bees, or maybe have a neighbor that does?
That Time We Talked About Landscaping In this episode Kevin attempts to explain where he was last week. Also, we talk with Samir, owner of Greenscape Innovations about landscaping.
In this episode Kevin and Craig interview Jason Hernandez, owner of Endless Summer Pools. We learn what it takes to own and maintain a swimming pool, and what a professional can offer you.
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