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The Home Improvement Show — 233 episodes
The Home Improvement Show 05-09-26: Hour One
The Home Improvement Show 05-02-26 Hour One
The Home Improvement Show 05-02-26 Hour Two
The Home Improvement Show: Full Show 05/02/2026: Home improvement tips for summer months and what to do during termite season.
Full Show 4/11/2026: Moisture is always a factor when living in the Gulf South
Full Show 4/4/2026: Considering moisture displacement when improving for energy efficiency
Full Show 3/28/2026: Plan for Keeping Your Homes Cool During the Summer Months
Full Show 3/14/2026: Water Heater Maintenance
The grand opening of the new Ace Hardware store on Veterans Memorial Blvd in Metairie
Full Show 3/7/2026: Home Improvement is All About Building Science
A HUGE new Ace Hardware store has opened in Metairie!
Full Show 2/28/2026: All About Moisture Managing
Full Show 2/21/2026: Controlling Pests in Heavy Woodland Areas
Full Show 2/14/2026: Mold and micro toxins can be extremely harmful
Full Show 2/7/2026: All About Water Filtration
Full Show 1/31/2026: Protecting Pipes & Keeping Warm
Full Show 1/24/2026: Preparing for the Big Freeze
Full Show 1/10/2026: AC's and Attic Ventilations
Hour 2: What to Look Out For When Buying a Rural Home
Hour 1: What is "Seller Net," and how do you calculate the math?
Full Show 1-3-2026: Banging Water Heaters and Damp Air Ducts, Oh My!
Full Show 12-27-2025: Property Transfer and You
Full Episode 12-6-2025: Fortified Roofs and You
High Pressure Pluming Problems - Full Show 11-8-2025
My HVAC guys were incompetent, how do I deal with their mess? The Home Improvement Show (Full Show 10-11-2025)
How can I save my buckling wood floors? The Home Improvement show (Full Show 10-4-2025
Putting a laser focus on home improvement (Full Show: 9/13/2025)
Pros and cons of having a spray foam insulation attic
Wood Fences Versus Metal Fences
The deadline for the Louisiana Fortified Homes grant program lottery is coming up (Full Show: 9/6/2025)
Dealing with sweaty AC units
Important deadline you should be aware of
Three ways housing was impacted by Hurricane Katrina (Full Show: 8/30/2025)
There's an art and a science to testing air quality
How to go about buying or trading properties with Courtney
When's it best to look into Fortified roofs? (Full Show: 8/16/2025)
Do you need a real estate license to be a real estate investor?
Do you need a real estate license to be a real estate investor?
Real Estate Advice: Think Like the Bank (Full Show: 8/9/2025)
The Benefits of Fortified Roofs
Roofing and Solar Panels
Heavy rain, pesky leaks, and water damage (Full Show: 7/25/2026)
Wood Floors: The Difference Between Cupping and Crowning
Don't "Extend and Pretend" and fall into foreclosure
Creative ways to save money from your electric bill (Full Show: 7/19/2025)
The pros and cons of having a water heater in the attic space
Using the BRRRR Method real estate investment strategy
Preventative maintenance measurements for tanked water heaters (Full Show: 7/12/2025)
Tips on how to assess and validate offerings on properties
Is there a service that monitors properties when owners are away?
Can pilot lights affect indoor air quality or water heaters?: Full Show 7-5-2025
Lowering fan speed in your AC system could make condensation worse
When is the right time to start selling?
What should you know before buying and selling?
You won't always take a "loss" when selling property for less
Does a shed getting a new roof need it to be a fortified roof?
RETOTW: What to do with old, unused property?
What are some good whole house water filters?: Full Show 6-28-2025
How should you put insulation under a raised home?
What is "dirty sock syndrome" and how does one fix it?
Who should be the go-to pick for skylight repairs; a handyman or a roof guy?
Can polyvinyl concrete be used for driveways?
Where can find products to treat termites?
RETOTW: Staying active and informed during rougher times
Do you still keep the same tax status when someone dies?: Full Show 6-14-2025
What is the best material for a porch ceiling?
How can you find an owner of a piece of property?
Who is a good recommendation for window pane replacement?
If you are selling a home is it better to replace the roof before sale or not and discount price because of old roof?
What should you know about the way insurance is enforced on contractors?
RETOTW: Staying informed when inheriting property!
All About Your Air Conditioner (Full Show: 6/6/2025)
What's the best reusable AC filter? You may not like the answer
How frequently should you change AC return air filters in the South?
The Home Improvement Show LIVE at StormPrep 2025 at the Yenni Building (Full Show: 5/31/2025)
The Home Improvement Show LIVE at StormPrep 2025 (Hour 2)
The Home Improvement Show LIVE at StormPrep 2025 (Hour 1)
Take the time to educate yourself on how to operate your electric generator
Termites season is finally here!: Full Show 5-17-2025
It is Termite season so you should be getting ready!
How long do modern day A/C units typically last?
What is a good average estimate of siding and trim replacing for a home in Louisiana?
What kind of issues can pop up with synthetic siding boards?
What could be causing air to get stuck in my pipes?
What should you know before entering the world of Real Estate? : Full Show 5-10-2025
Are mesh air filters the best choice out there?
Real Estate Tip of the Week: Managing Real Estate in this industry
What should I know about guests and occupancy taxes?: Full Show 5-3-2025
Now is the time to prep for Termites!
What should you know BEFORE building a tiny home in the Gulf South?
Is there a way to be alerted when your home gets flooded via its own plumbing?
How do moisture concerns change in a slab home versus not?
How bad can condensation get when ducts are properly sealed?
Real Estate Tip of the Week: Be weary of renting income taxes!
Heat pumps, heat pumps, heat pumps... and pools!: Full Show 4-19-2025
Are there any good new refrigerants that aren't a blend?
What is Paul's recommended pool type?
What is the best heat pump for you and yours?
What should you look for when replacing windows?
HVAC heat pumps just don't last like they used to...
RETOTW: The Golden Rule
What should you know about the short term rental market?: Full Show 4-12-2025
What is Paul's go-to tankless water heater?
Is it smart to get a seasonal home and rent it out through Airbnb when not in use?
What is better; a sewer plant or a septic tank?
How can you take a tax lien property you've purchased and make it yours?
What is the best mindset for handling neighbors that cycle through short term rentals?
RETOTW: Short term rentals are here to stay!
What is best for what; Open or Closed cell spray foam?: Full Show 4-5-2025
Moisture issues in a bathroom in New Orleans? Never would've guessed...
What do I do if my raised home starts sinking into the poles?
When do you know a roof is beyond rejuvnation and simply needs to be replaced?
If you've got moisture from your windows, what should you know!?
When do you know you need a dehumidifier?
Is there such a thing as excessive attic ventilation?
Home improvement, garden additions, and hot air balloons, we got it all! : Full Show 3-29-2025
There is more that meets the eye at this year's Home & Garden Show!
What is in store for the garden side of the 68th Home & Garden Show?
Why would someone want to make their home "smart"?
Quillen Construction Group is fantastic at providing top of the line craftsmanship... and hot air balloons.
There might be more to the NO HBA than you're aware of!
What can Demo 911 do for your home or business?
The 68th Annual New Orleans Home & Garden Show is fully underway!
How can a simple switch save you thousands?
How can we build pools to make families WANT to stay home and swim!?
Can A.I. soon be helping our your life at home?
What is happening over at the 68th New Orleans Home & Garden Show!?
Don't let your insurance slip through the cracks!: Full Show 3-22-2025
What can hold back a home from selling fast?
Does the type of insulation you have matter if you want a fortified roof?
What all is going on over at the New Orleans Home and Garden Show next weekend!?
Is there a way to cover rafter tails?
What should you know about exhaust venting of AC units?
Real Estate Tip of the Week: Check on your insurance early and often
Lease agreement do's and don'ts!: Full Show 2-22-2025
LVPs for moisture issues can cause more problems than they solve!
What type of dehumifider is best for our Gulf South climate?
Is my roof leaking from the snowstorm a month ago a one-time event or a preview of something worse?
What can get me a total moisture proof flooring?
Can you get any additions to a fortified roof?
RETOWT: Should your lease be written regardless of the agreement?
Fireplace for fireplace, we make it EASY!: Full Show 2-15-2025
With renters today, maybe dishwashers are a thing of the past!
Are in-unit dishwashers even a thing anymore that people want?
Termite protection means going above and beyond!
What does it mean if my ac vents are "sweating"?
How do you know if a fortified roof is right for you?
Real Estate Tip of the Week: Getting into Real Estate cheaply
How do you paint treated lumber steps if they are soaked with moisture?
What is a good flooring to use in a metal shed?
How is mold dealt with?: Full Show 2-8-2025
If you think your hardy boards are rotting, it is probably not hardy boards...
Can you deduct losses from your insurance if the disaster is non-named?
Should a vapor barrier be used in a raised home with fiberglass insulation?
RETOTW: Best exit strategies for owners of property
What should you know about property taxes this tax season?: Full Show 2-1-2025
You need to be active in your tax involvement!
How can you determine if you have duct leakage?
What are 1031 Exchanges?
YOU have to be your biggest advocate during tax season!
How does the new tax code as of Jan 1st. affect home improvement and repair businesses?
RETOTW: Taxes are not sexy but you NEED to be educated
What can I do to keep my home safe ahead of this freeze?: Full Show 1-18-2025
Pipes, Pipes, Pipes, how do we keep them safe!?
Will the propane in a whole house generator freeze?
Should you drain the pipes or let water run or both?
Here's what you should know about protecting your water heater and pipes...
Make sure if you drain your pipes you are doing it the right way
Real Estate Tip of the Week: Assess, Assess, Assess
It is never too early to do hurricane prep!: Full Show 1/11/2025
Can you buy a house by yourself without your spouses name being on the title?
You should never keep your heat pump on emergency heat for a sustained period!
How can you break into the real estate world?
A leaking pool could be a plumbing issue leading to the pool
How to use tax credits to your advantage during home improvements?
Real Estate Tip of the Week: A Tale of Two Houses
What's a good pre-freeze house checklist?: Full Show 1/4/2025
How do you identify duct leaks in your AC system?
When should you replace a water heater?
What should you look for in a roof nowadays?
Do NOT underestimate what you should do before the cold front!
Can you insulate pex tubing pipes to prevent freezing from cold weather?
How can you be protection your pipes and more during a freeze?
What do you need to know about the Corporate Transparency Act?: Full Show 12/7/2024
What is the best lining to use in ducts connected to dryers?
What can Courtney recommend to read if you are getting into real estate?
Is "for sale by owner" still a thing?
You should be routinely draining your water heater!
Any real estate transactions are negotiable, but you need to know what you are negotiating.
Real Estate Tip of the Week: Time to check up on your LLCs!
Here is just about everything under the sun involving the Healthy Homes Program: Full Show 11/30/2024
How are tenants affected when property ownership changes?
Would Paul recommend Roof Maxx?
How do tenant leases work when a property owner sells it to another owner while under lease by renter?
What does the Healthy Homes program do?
What all falls under the Healthy Homes program?
Real Estate TOTW: Rental prop. need-to-knows!
Looking to get rid of Ants? We got the solution!
How does Paul feel about a condenser misting system?
Check the moisture in your slab BEFORE you install flooring above it!
What do you need to know about dealing with ants?
Can it be too cold to put on a new roof?
Should you turn your AC off when you go on vacation?
Check your P-traps to make sure odors stay away!
Grab your popcorn baby, we are diving DEEP into whole home air units!: Full Show 11/2/2024
What should you look out for when insulating vinyl flooring?
Is there a sort of damper you can use to stop a vent from pulling outside air?
Remember to check and change the batteries in your smoke and CO2 alarms!
Sit down and get ready for a power hour on A/C units and air filtration!
What does Paul look for in his whole home filtration system?
What are some general rules for dealing with leaks in your home?
Is there anything that older individuals can do to lessen property taxes?
How much does it cost to install a whole home generator if the system is already set up?
Can you file for loss of income for a rental property that flooded from a Hurricane?
How easy is it to replace a whole home generator if it uses the same cords/systems/lines/etc.?
Should you put a metal roof over your existing asphalt shingle roof?
Can I replace a door that has glass panels and reuse the glass panels on another door?
Real Estate Tip of the Week: Plan ahead to avoid distress
You should be checking the homeowners insurance market often!
Insulation is a tricky thing to manage around A/C units...
Is it legal for an insurance company to make you sign power of attorney?
What does a fortified roof do over a regular roof?
How does liability coverage work in homeowners insurance?
How do you handle leaks behind drywall?
Always do your due diligence when finding home insurance!
How should you identify unknown mold?
Who knew that overhead doors guys can also be swinging gate guys?
How can you keep a lifting from roofing during a hurricane?
What are some good brands for roof power vents?
What should you know about remodeling a laundry room?
What do you do when you run into Chinese drywall?
5 tips for Buying International Real Estate!
The Home Improvement Show 11-20-21