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Around the House with Eric G® Home Improvement Remodeling & DIY

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.

Latest Episodes:

Pro Insider: Are you watching your costs and lead times? 10 8 2020 Oct 08, 2020

Show notes

Times like these can be brutal to a contractor, wholesaler, and designer. Costs are increasing due to lack of materials and lead times are all over the place. Items you could get on the shelf might be three months out and you have already started the project. Right now is the time you lean on those systems, make sure you are educated on the marketplace, and make sure you have your head on a swivel on your product lead times.

Lets spend a few minutes and I will give you my tips for how to manage this for your business so that you can keep things dialed in as a residential contractor, designer, or business manager.

Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen . We love comments to 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/

What is your house telling you? How you can get ahead of problems before they get bad 10 / 2020 Oct 07, 2020

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Listen...Your house is telling you a story. It is many times tell you a story that it needs help. Are you listening to it? We get so busy and used to the sounds and just ignore them...while those issues stack up and consistently get worse. Lets talk about those little things that are telling you things that can save you money.

Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen . We love comments to 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

Lets talk Mini Split Heat Pumps with Dennis Stinson from Fujitsu General plus lifespans of exterior products 10 3 2020 Oct 03, 2020

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As we move into heating season in most of the US we still have millions of homes that have super expensive to operate electric baseboard and wall mount heating. I wanted to have Dennis Stinson on to chat about what options there are out there and how these systems work. They can efficiently heat and cool your home while adding a lot of home comfort and air filtration.

Plus we will talk about the lifespan of exterior items in your home so you can better prepare for their eventual replacement.

Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen . We love comments to 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/

We talk with Danny Dwyer on how his DIY project almost ended his life plus what is the lifespan of key parts of your home 10 3 2020 Oct 03, 2020

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Earlier this year I watched a good friend fight for his life after what seemed a simple DIY project went really badly. You might have heard of Danny Dwyer, If you listen to Country Music he is one of those top DJ's in the country and is the Music Director and On Air Personality at 87.7 The Bull in Portland. He is also a fill in traffic host on multiple TV stations in our Portland area. I wanted to talk with Danny to get an update on his condition but really find out what he was doing and what we can all learn from what seemed to be a day of building with a ladder. There is a lot of insight here and a lot to think about as this even caused our team to rethink how we do things on our projects. After that discussion with Danny we will dive into the lifespan of some of the key things in your home so you can better plan for their replacement.

Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen . We love comments to 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/

Pro Insider: The Designer or LBM Dealer that designs and sells cabinetry....How is your website? 10 1 2020 Oct 01, 2020

Show notes

Your first impression to your client is important. Does your website look like it hasnt changed in a decade? Does it tell YOUR story?

Clients now are expecting so much more BEFORE they head into your showroom and start the traditional design process. Are you prepared for what the design industry is doing with their websites? Your success will depend on the subjects I talk about in this podcast today with your kitchen and bath business. Things have changed...are your ready for 2021 clients?

Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen . We love comments to 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/

Mid Week Special: What is the story of your home? What is its history? 9 30 2020 Sep 30, 2020

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So many homes have an undiscovered history! What is the history of your home? Did someone famous live there? Did it have another use one day? Maybe it just looked a lot different 50 years ago? Here are some tips to track down that history and maybe figure out some of those mysteries. Sounds fun right?

Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen . We love comments to 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/

Our Interview with Massimo Buster Minale, London Architect, Industrial Designer, and Founder of Buster + Punch 9 26 2020 Sep 26, 2020

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London architect and industrial designer Massimo Buster Minale launched the home fashion label Buster + Punch label in 2012. How did the Rolling Stones play a part in the founding of this stunning home fashion company? You will have to tune in and find out!

The exceptional masterpieces of Buster + Punch were created in an East London garage where he discovered a passion for making the things he loved. From Lighting and hardware to custom motorcycles, lifestyle accessories and whiskey bars, Buster + Punch creates unexpected interior products for those who want to live with conviction.

For More information on the brand: https://www.busterandpunch.com/us/

To view pictures of his home we discuss in the show:

https://ruemag.com/home-tour-2/massimo-minales-home-on-lake-malaren-in-sweden

Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen . We love comments to 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/

Our Fall Maintenance Checklist and two listeners with contractor issues! 9 26 2020 Sep 26, 2020

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There is not a sure way to avoid a bad contractor. Two of our listeners are having issues that are pretty big....lets talk about it and dive into our annual Fall Checklist. This is a great list of things to tackle Around your House so that you are ready to go for fall and winter. These things can save you money and/or protect your investment.

All this and more in this weeks first episode of Around the House with Eric G.

Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen . We love comments to 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/

Pro Insider: My NAHB Class, Be Smart: Home Tech Strategies for More Sales & Less Hassle 9 24 2020 Sep 23, 2020

Show notes

This is last weeks National Association of Home Builders Seminar on Smart Homes and how builders can navigate the new technology.

In this webinar, learn how to establish a competitive advantage and increase sales by helping clients navigate the smart home tech landscape. From building the integrated, standard systems today’s customers want, to offering appropriate service after the sale, you’ll leave with product and marketing best practices that add revenue to a project without the headaches.

Participants in this webinar will:

-Recognize the importance of smart hub technology as the foundation for product selections.
-Implement a trouble-free system that works and complements each tech item.
-Understand how to service smart home technology after the sale.

Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen . We love comments to 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/

Mid-Week Special: When is a Smart Home a Smart Home? You might be surprised! 9 23 2020 Sep 22, 2020

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The words "Smart Home" sometimes get tossed around and we talk about what makes a smart home versus a bunch of smart home devices. Before you go out and start looking at new homes you might want to spend 10 minutes and catch this quick episode. Plus we will give you a sneak peek in what is happening in this weekends show! Its a big one!

Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen . We love comments to 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/

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