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Episode 22068th May 2026 • Around the House with Eric G®: Upgrade Your Home Like a Pro • Eric Goranson
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Get ready to roll up those sleeves because this Saturday, we’re diving into all things May projects on the Around the House show! We’re kicking things off with Eric G, who’s got a masterclass on deck inspections that’ll have you checking for splinters and loose railings faster than you can say “barbecue season.” Seriously, nobody wants an ER trip when flipping burgers, right? And just when you think we’ve covered it all, we’ve got the fabulous Wendy Glaister joining us in hour two to spill the secrets on hiring the right designer and avoiding those epic DIY fails. So grab your favorite drink, settle in, and let’s turn your backyard into a summer paradise—because who doesn’t want to sip a cold one while basking in their home improvement glory?

Takeaways:

  • Get ready for a home improvement extravaganza this Saturday, where Eric G serves up some no-nonsense tips to keep your deck safe and sound, avoiding unexpected splinters and emergency room visits.
  • Wendy Glaister joins us in the second hour to help decode the mysterious world of hiring designers, ensuring you don’t end up with a style mismatch that could turn your dream project into a nightmare.
  • We’ll explore how to keep those pesky yellowjackets and sugar ants at bay while you enjoy your summer BBQs, because nobody wants to share their hotdogs with uninvited bugs!
  • Expect plenty of laughs and practical advice as we turn your backyard into a summer paradise, complete with pro tips that make home improvement feel less like a chore and more like a fun weekend project.
  • Discover why clear communication with your contractor is the secret sauce to a stress-free home renovation, because nobody wants to be the homeowner who drops a hand grenade in the middle of the job site!
  • Join us as we dive into the importance of matching your designer’s vibe with yours to avoid major stress and ensure your home reflects your unique personality – because your home should be as fabulous as you are!

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Speaker A:

Hold on tight.

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We have a great around the house show coming up this weekend.

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Help us out and subscribe on your favorite podcast player.

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With May rolling in and summer barbecues right around the corner, Eric G is dropping the Ultimate Home Improvement Episode youe Need this weekend.

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He kicks it off with a no BS Deck inspection masterclass because nobody wants surprise splinters, wobbly railings, or an ER trip.

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While flipping burgers, he covers spotting soft spots, spongy wood, sneaky rot, loose railings, and why nails are not your friend.

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Plus exactly how to fasten everything rock solid for the whole summer.

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He also shares pro tips on keeping yellowjackets and sugar ants in check and why ventilation matters more than ever right now.

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Practical advice, witty banter, and laughs guaranteed.

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Grab your tools and a cold drink.

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This Saturday's episode turns your backyard into summer paradise.

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New episode drops Saturday Hit subscribe so you don't miss it.

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We were talking here a little bit about some of the past, but this is the time of year in my area and of course everybody's different across the country.

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I get the Yellowjackets, Hornets, Wasps.

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Those things get crazy around here.

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Hey everyone.

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Navigating home design can feel like assembling IKEA furniture without instructions frustrating and confusing, right?

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In the next hour, Eric G teams up with John Dudley and designer Wendy Glasester for a lively masterclass on hiring the right designer and making the whole process a breeze.

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They reveal why finding a designer whose vibe perfectly matches yours is everything wrong.

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Fit equals major stress.

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How to avoid the common pitfalls that can derail your dream project, and why Clear communication and teamwork between designer and contractor is the real secret.

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Whether you hire one first or the other, it's all about creating a beautiful home that truly reflects who you are.

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Grab your favorite drink and settle in.

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This hour turns confusion into confidence.

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That would have been much smarter for the homeowner to have that conversation early on.

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Yes.

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Than to drop that multiple hand grenade in the middle of a job site walk.

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Yeah, that's an issue.

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Never.

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Yeah, no, no, never ran into that one.

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I have a client who introduced me to her nanny.

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All that and more on Saturday's around the House show with Eric G. We.

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Have a huge announcement with our brand new around the House YouTube channel.

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Check it out at around the House HQ and the link will be down in the podcast player notes.

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New videos, all in 4k quality, all ready for you to watch and learn from the best people in the industry.

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Just find it on your favorite podcast player.

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If you want to hear more, listen right here on this podcast player to find out the answers.

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That's a wrap, folks.

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Another wild ride of home maintenance, mayhem and project starting swagger in the books.

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Huge thanks to our awesome audience for tuning in.

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You're the real MVPs, keeping us on air while we dodge rogue ladders and those ancient website crashes.

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Catch you this Saturday for more laughs, tips and maybe a few questionable DIY decisions.

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Until then, keep your hammers swinging and your wi fi strong.

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See you soon.

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