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This season of Elevated is all about answering the question "What do Kitchen & Bath Design Businesses do with AI?" We'll cover improving your profitability and sanity using AI, automation, systems, and workflows. It's time to harness the power of technology to work for you and your business. In each bite-sized, weekly 5-minute episode, we'll explore how AI can help you earn more on every project, create economies of scale, add more value to your client projects, and make more money in custom ...
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The ULTIMATE Home Improvement Podcast and Syndicated Radio Show. Eric Goranson “Eric G” and his contributors help homeowners and contractors tackle projects around the house. This is not your typical handyman show. This talk show will bring you everything from the latest home DIY project and building advice to current events and celebrity guests. You will hear from leading experts, your favorite home improvement stars and creators of exciting new technologies for your home. If you want to le ...
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In this weeks Weekday Update we talk about dealing with a flooded yard and basement and moldy wood before you even bring it home. All this and more in this update! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end up in a future episo…
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In this episode of Elevated, we’re getting specific about AI image editing with the help of two popular tools: Canva and Photoshop AI. GET IN TOUCH 💡Learn how to hire and work with experts: https://higherhelpbook.com ⚡ See how we can help your Kitchen & Bath design business: https://fieryfx.com 🔥 Book our CEO, Brandy Lawson, to speak: https://brand…
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What are the tricks to finding a good licensed contractor? In this extended cut I will show you my tips and tricks to weeding through the contractors to find the one that does it right, on budget, and that is easier to work with. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to y…
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Every Kitchen desinger is a rookie at some point. 30 years ago I was that same rooking that made many of these same ones! However thousands of people work with them every year. Here are the common mistakes that they make and homeowners and contractors designing a kitchen make these same mistakes. Here is what to look for in my top 10 kitchen design…
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As wildfire smoke from the West Coast slides all over the US I figured I would give everyone some quick tips to keep it from coming in your home and if it does what you can do to help control it. Then there was a huge court case this week and Amazon now has to help protect you from defective products. This is a great move for your safety if you pur…
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Welcome back to Elevated, the podcast dedicated to helping you build a better Kitchen & Bath design business. Today, we're exploring the world of AI-powered image editing and how it's revolutionizing the way we create and share visual content. GET IN TOUCH 💡Learn how to hire and work with experts: https://higherhelpbook.com ⚡ See how we can help yo…
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For all of you that are designing an outdoor kitchen this episode is for you! We talk about the tricks or tips on designing that... the materials that can save you money with an interview on a product that looks like its stonework but you can nail it on the wall. After that we talk with Chris Berry the Idaho Painter about those painting tips for yo…
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Foundation work can be scary. There are companies out there that pray on homeowners giving the fear and high pressure sales tactics and there are foundation contractors that really service the public with honest answers and real solutions. This hour is so you have enough information so you can navigate foundation issues from a wet basement to a cra…
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In this weeks Weekday update we dive into cleaning tips for those hard to clean items and some secrets to keeping those clean after you get the work done! You have to try my coffee mug cleaning tip! It keeps that metal super clean! Plus so much more and some important safety recalls that could keep you from a fire or getting injured. Plus so much m…
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Welcome back to Elevated, and our season of examining how to use AI in your Kitchen & Bath design businesses. In this episode, we're exploring a topic that can make or break any creative endeavor: getting started. We'll discuss how AI can help you conquer your fear of the blank page and unlock your full creative potential. GET IN TOUCH 💡Learn how t…
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I dont know about you but many peoples utility bills are out of control and just getting more expensive. Here are my tips and tricks to keep them a bit lower and save you some money. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might end u…
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We tackle some of those bigger questions! We start out discussing what to look for to see if a wall is load bearing. Can you remove it and who should you call to find out the final answer? Then we talk about some of the toxic projects in your workshop. You might be surprised at what some of these might be. All that and more in this episode. To get …
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With the Amazon Prime Days there are some great buys for your next project. You just have to be careful WHAT you purchase and we have some tips for you! Also....its summer project time! Its a great time to tackle some of those projects inbetweem vacations and extreme summer weather! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the stu…
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Welcome back to Elevated, and our continuing conversation about the practical everyday use of AI for Kitchen & Bath design businesses. In this episode, we're getting into a controversial topic: AI deskilling. But don't panic, because we're going to explore why it's not as dire as it may sound, and how it can actually lead to new opportunities for g…
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This already for many has been a hot summer! Here are some of my budget tips to keep your house cool. Some of these tips and tricks are free and just take a little planning and time to pull off. The second half of the show we talk about Deck safety and making sure that we inspect our decks to make sure they are safe for the rest of the summer and f…
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Todays show is inspired by one of our calls into the studio and how you can go about fixing those design mistakes that you or in this case someone made in your home. How do you go about fixing those and does it make sense to try to fix it? All that and more in this first hour of Around the House Show! To get your questions answered by Eric G give u…
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In this Weekday Update episode we dive into how to stop or slow water damage from heavy rains or floods from summer storms and how to help fortify your home against wildfire damage. All this and more in this exclusive online episode! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back …
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Welcome to another episode of Elevated, where we are exploring the practical and everyday use of AI for Kitchen & Bath design businesses. Today, we have a special episode that delves into a real-life case study of how AI is revolutionizing the way a designer works and interacts with his clients. GET IN TOUCH 💡Learn how to hire and work with experts…
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There are a lot of brand new products out there and building systems. Here are my top products and materials that might change how you tackle everything from that next project to the way you build your next home! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer you…
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We are finally starting to get indoor air quality figured out and what is healthy and what you should be concerned about. Building codes in some areas are decades behind what we already have known so your home, even if it new, might have some seriously unhealthy issues that might be pretty easy to fix. We talk about those tricks and tips on keeping…
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This is the week of the biggest sales of the year for everything outdoors! However there are some new sales this week for things inside your home as well and there are some deals out there that could save you hundreds to thousands of dollars! Check it out and more in this weeks Weekday update! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call…
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Welcome back to Elevated, and our continuing exploration of the vast and ever-evolving world of AI and its impact on our lives. Today, we’re talking about AI tools, generators, and platforms that have been exploding in numbers and capabilities. With so many options out there, it can be challenging to choose the perfect one for your needs, which is …
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In this best of episode we talk healthy homes with former co-host and America's Healthy Home Expert Caroline Blazovksy and worldwide expert of non-toxic and healthy building materials Guru Andy Pace from the Green Design Center. To find out more about Andy: https://www.thegreendesigncenter.com/ and for more on Caroline: https://healthyhomeexpert.co…
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Dr Decks is one of the premiere deck builders in the country and his innovation, design, and construction methods have been an industry leader for decades. In this episode we talk about the important things to consider when you are building a deck and what you should be paying attention to even if you are hiring someone to do it. For more about Jas…
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We had a a request for tips to having a home built out of state. It could be that you are retiring or just trying to move out of an area you are in.... or even transferring to a new place of employment. Here are some tips and tricks to navigate a home being built where you are not there to watch its progress. To get your questions answered by Eric …
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As we explore the expanding world of Artificial Intelligence, it’s vital to acknowledge that while AI opens up a realm of possibilities, it also comes with its own set of limitations and challenges. Today, we get into some critical considerations to keep in mind to leverage AI both responsibly and effectively in your Kitchen & Bath design business.…
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With over 30 years of experiance and one of the leading kitchen and bath designers on the West Coast Eric has seen thousands of bathroom remodels and here are his top 10 mistakes people make when they are remodeling their bathrooms in 2024. If you are planning on updating your bathroom this year this is a must listen to episode that could save you …
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With over 30 years of Kitchen Design under his belt and as a Certified Kitchen Designer since 1999 Eric has worked on thousands of kitchen projects. Here is his list for 2024 of the top 10 mistakes people will make in 2024 on that kitchen remodel. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G …
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The trades are hiring? We talk about the shortage of people working in the Construction Trades and what you can expect when you are starting out with little or no experiance. This might be a job for you? We also talk about some major recalls of products that might be in your home and where to find out more information. To get your questions answere…
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This season, we’ll be alternating episodes between learning about AI's potential in the Kitchen & Bath design businesses and taking concrete steps to harness that potential. Today, let’s get into a practical first step: how to begin using AI in your daily business operations. GET IN TOUCH 💡Learn how to hire and work with experts: https://higherhelp…
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For many homeowners DIY projects can be fun. However, it can also get to be a lot to tackle if you have never managed a big or even small project before. Here are my tips and tricks to starting and finishing a project and where hiring a contractor might save you some serious money and might be cheaper in the long run. To get your questions answered…
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There are a lot of things that make your next project go smoothly and get successfully finsihed. We talk about those tips and tricks to starting and finishing that project. It doesnt matter if you are hiring someone to do it for you or starting off a complex kitchen remodel there are some steps that are missed will cost you dearly with the budget a…
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Water Quality is something we should be keeping an eye on in our home. Clean water is a growing issue in our homes and its something you can easily monitor and make changes to. In this weeks Weekday Update we discuss the major issues and what you can do to resolve it. To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-…
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Walking into the world of Artificial Intelligence, or AI, doesn't require getting tangled up in daunting, technical details. Its inception back in 1956 has led to vast evolutions, compelling stories, and complex functionalities that you can explore with the help of search engines or directly by soliciting AI itself to educate you. But let’s focus o…
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We have a jamb packed show today with some major guests and some new ones! We sit down with the number one painting expert in the country Chris Berry, The Idaho Painter to talk about exterior painting tips, We talk with the one and ONLY Roger Wakefield, The Expert Plumber about picking the right fittings for your project, we also sit down with Crai…
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Welcome back to Around the House! Today we are going to dive into the those top 10 things your home needs to keep it rolling and to protect your investment. There are a lot of tips here that could save you big money or even bigger headaches! One of our tips covers renters and homeowners insurace and we close out the show talking with my friend Tony…
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It has been all over the internet all week. The mother who went off about shopping carts on TikTok and not returning them. We talk about that and I can see she is probably part of my biggest complaint in a Home Depot parking lot. We then talk about some ranges that are recalled that turn on automatically and then we explore why lumber prices are he…
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This season of Elevated is all about answering the question "What do Kitchen & Bath Design Businesses do with AI?" We'll cover improving your profitability and sanity using AI, automation, systems, and workflows. It's time to harness the power of technology to work for you and your business. We'll explore how AI can help you earn more on every proj…
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The Generator Giveaway has expired on 7/3/24 so this contest is no longer available In this episode of "Emergency Ready Radio," we sit down with Brian Thomas from Gentent to discuss the latest innovations in generator safety and how Gentent is revolutionizing the way we power our homes during outages. Brian shares valuable insights into their groun…
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In this episode, we delve into the innovative world of home design and materials for your home, exploring how to create harmonious living spaces that accommodate both aging in place and multigenerational living. Join us as we interview a renowned designer, Wendy Glaister from Wendy Glaister Interiors and Jarrett Oakley, Director of Marketing for To…
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Affordable housing is just about to become less affordable with new energy standards for those programs that could add nearly $10k to a new home. Plus we give you a sneak peek to some breaking BIG news for Saturday you dont want to miss! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get b…
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In this illuminating episode of our podcast, we sit down with renowned expert Dennis Stinson from Fujitsu General to unravel the mysteries of heating and cooling systems, demystifying the process of achieving optimal comfort in your home. Through engaging conversation and expert advice, we'll explore the latest advancements in HVAC technology, incl…
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In an age where online shopping is more prevalent than ever, the rise of package theft has become a growing concern for homeowners everywhere. But fear not! Join us on our podcast journey as we delve into the world of home security and share invaluable insights on how to safeguard your deliveries and protect your home. In this episode we'll explore…
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In this weeks Weekday update we tackle bad advice from DIY Influencers, an important electric range recall and some tips for Spring pest control. All this and more in this short episode! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a call in the studio at 833-239-4144 24/7 and Eric G will get back to you and answer your question and you might e…
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Over the last five years how we tackle exterior projects has really changed. There is new technology and science that can save you a TON of work later and make that project last so much longer. From taking on a siding project to building a new deck there are a lot of new tips and tricks that can extend the lifetime of your project. We talk about th…
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I think we can all agree everything right now is expensive. Are there things you can do aroudn your house to save some money? Are there projects that might put money back in your pocket or save you a ton down the road. We talk about that and so much more in the first hour of Around the House Show! To get your questions answered by Eric G give us a …
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It was buried in the news in February but the death date has been revealed for the top load washing machine, the gas dryer, and maybe even your electric clothes dryer. The date...March 28th 2028 is when the new energy standards will go into effect to make top load washing machines have the same water usage as a front load. That by default will elim…
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We dive into bathroom remodeling in this episode. We sat down with California Contractor and Designer Matt Plaskoff from One Week Bath. He also owns Plaskoff Construction. Plaskoff Construction serves the most discriminating homeowners in the Greater Los Angeles Area, providing Design and Build services and improving the homes of such notables as W…
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As housing gets more and more expensive and harder to get, many people start looking for a house that is in need of work so they can create their own dream home. One persons trash is another persons treasure as you can create something amazing from. This show is all about what to look for and where the problems might come up. You can find that home…
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Eric has been looking for a robotic vacuum cleaner that will work with his two big dogs and mop and clean his floors? Did he find the ultimate cleaner? He talks about the Roborock S8 Max V Ultra unit in todays Weekday Special. Eric also chats with you about some of his latest home improvement videos and how to find them. Take a listen. To get your …
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